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Favourable market developments have led to growth in the worldwide merger and acquisition market, both in the number of transactions and in the scope of the deals. At the same time, competition authorities are exercising strict supervision. Working in this environment requires extensive sector knowledge and solution-oriented legal assistance.


Houthoff is one of the most esteemed market leaders within the M&A market. Our Corporate/M&A Team assists multinationals, listed companies and other large companies, government bodies and private equity parties. Clients engage our Corporate/M&A Team for pragmatic advice on matters such as national and international mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic alliances. Our specialists have gained an important position within the food, energy and other sectors. 


OUR EXPERTISE IN CORPORATE/M&A

M&A transactions in the innovative energy sector often have complex structures. Clients ask our Corporate/M&A Team for assistance, from conducting effective due diligence, negotiating competitive commercial conditions and setting these out in clear share purchase agreements (SPAs) to closing the transaction swiftly with the help of our notarial department.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability - Netherlands

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Houthoff is a highly regarded Dutch law firm with a strong reputation for advising buyers and selling shareholders on cross-border transactions. The team also often assists clients with rescue sales and acquisitions. The law firm is particularly popular with clients from the technology sector, as well as acting for private equity houses on high-value acquisitions and divestments. Team members have further experience in venture capital mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • Houthoff acted for Sopra Steria on its EUR518 million public takeover of Ordina.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Michiel Pannekoek
3
Michiel Pannekoek
3
Band 3

Michiel Pannekoek advises international private equity houses and clients active in the life sciences and natural resources sectors on the acquisition of Dutch targets, as well as assisting with the divestment of companies. He additionally acts for domestic venture funds on acquisitions.

Michiel Pannekoek is sharp, concise and clearly has a lot of expertise in cross-border transactions.

Michiel Pannekoek is a strong negotiator who is very focused on making the deal.

Michiel Pannekoek is a very solid lawyer you can always count on. He is always available when you need him. In addition to legal advice, he always gives you strategic advice.

Michiel Pannekoek is not just an M&A lawyer but also a strategist and he helps me with major decisions.

Bram Caudri
4
Bram Caudri
4
Band 4
Bram Caudri advises both management and investment companies on divestments. He additionally assists companies with fund-raising rounds and acquisitions.

Bram Caudri is a very proactive lawyer. He knows us very well and is very good at deciding whether issues are worth flagging or not. He really puts himself in our shoes.

We highly appreciate the collaboration with Bram Caudri. In particular, we value his pragmatic approach, commercial acumen and ability to focus conversations on the things that matter to us.

Alexander Kaarls
5
Alexander Kaarls
5
Band 5

Alexander Kaarls is admitted to the Dutch Bar and the Californian State Bar. He often advises US-listed clients on business combinations and recommended public offers for Dutch companies, as well as assisting Dutch clients with their sale to US-based and European buyers.

Alexander Kaarls is one of the most savvy, tactical M&A lawyers I have worked with and is truly a great advocate to have on your side.

Alexander Kaarls is an all-round great leader. He is capable of building bridges and simplifying negotiations.

Alexander Kaarls has great awareness of his client's situation.

Alexander Kaarls has a global perspective that really helps alongside his Dutch expertise.

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Netherlands

Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

Michiel Pannekoek
3
Michiel Pannekoek
3
Band 3
Bram Caudri
4
Bram Caudri
4
Band 4
Alexander Kaarls
5
Alexander Kaarls
5
Band 5

Members

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Jacques Kröner

Paul de Vries

Philippe König