LAWYER PROFILE

Leo Verhoeff

Europe 2026

Simmons & Simmons LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Corporate/M&A: €50-250 million

Netherlands

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Simmons & Simmons LLP

Europe

Practice Areas

Leo specialises in corporate law with an emphasis on private equity, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate governance. He heads the practice group Company & Commercial and the private equity group in the Netherlands.

Leo is fluent in Dutch, English, French and Spanish.

His client base includes European and US private equity firms, banks, and international and domestic corporations among others active in consumer goods, the manufacturing industry, food and packaging. Leo has developed a consistent and impressive track-record in assisting private equity firms and management teams in buy-outs.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Corporate/M&A: €50-250 million - Netherlands

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Leo Verhoeff is highly regarded for advising private equity companies on the acquisition of Dutch targets. He also frequently assists with the Dutch aspects of multi-jurisdictional transactions.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Leo Verhoeff is a very strong professional and leader who is really involved and understands our business. He also has a proactive mindset and is very reliable.
Corporate/M&A: €50-250 millionChambers European Guide
Leo Verhoeff is an outstanding lawyer who never drops the ball. He takes the time to explain complex matters while also focusing his time and attention on the big or urgent topics.
Corporate/M&A: €50-250 millionChambers European Guide
I am always impressed by Leo Verhoeff's expertise. What I appreciate most is his hands-on mentality, and he is also extremely responsive.
Corporate/M&A: €50-250 millionChambers European Guide
Leo Verhoeff knows us well, understanding how we act in transactions and thus giving us pretty firm advice on how to proceed.
Corporate/M&A: €50-250 millionChambers European Guide
Leo Verhoeff is an extremely proactive communicator and problem solver who is available and responsive at all times.
Corporate/M&A: €50-250 millionChambers European Guide