Energy & Natural Resources
Europe Guide 2024 : Netherlands
Band 1
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Chambers Review
Loyens & Loeff hosts a top-notch energy practice which is particularly adept in regulatory mandates. It has a vibrant practice in relation to offshore wind and solar projects, alongside strong litigation capabilities within the energy sector. The team is well regarded for its corporate practice, which covers a range of matters, including acquisitions and joint ventures, and is especially well placed to advise on a variety of tax-related issues in the energy industry. Clients include major players in the renewable energy market.
Work Highlights
- Loyens & Loeff advised a consortium of international lenders led by ING Bank on the financing of BASF’s investment in the Hollandse Kust Zuid offshore wind farm project.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We use Loyens & Loeff as our go-to firm for the Netherlands; they are excellent lawyers, very reasonable and practical."
"All of the team were very dedicated, flexible and answered questions quite fast. We were very satisfied with the team helping us."
"Loyens & Loeff are a top-notch firm for all energy M&A and general corporate matters in the Netherlands."
"We absolutely received great value for money and achieved a fantastic result. We are super satisfied with their work."
"We use Loyens & Loeff as our go-to firm for the Netherlands; they are excellent lawyers, very reasonable and practical."
"All of the team were very dedicated, flexible and answered questions quite fast. We were very satisfied with the team helping us."
"Loyens & Loeff are a top-notch firm for all energy M&A and general corporate matters in the Netherlands."
"We absolutely received great value for money and achieved a fantastic result. We are super satisfied with their work."
Notable Practitioners
Max Oosterhuis has a long history of advising clients on energy-related matters. He assists both private and public sector clients with their involvement in energy projects and disputes. He boasts renowned expertise on regulatory matters, recently assisting work involving gas leaks, development of wind and solar projects.
"Max Oosterhuis is very knowledgeable about the industry and the energy sector; when we have a very difficult question we come to him. His knowledge base is excellent; we are happy to be his client."
Jan-Willem Van Rooijregularly acts for multinational companies on transactions and energy projects. He is well placed to advise shareholders on contract negotiations, with further experience in assisting clients working with wind, hydrogen and battery storage-related projects and transactions.
"Jan-Willem Van Rooij is a top-tier senior practitioner that provides strong guidance and oversight to the team he leads."
"He was exceptional - he really understood what we wanted to achieve, really drove the deal."
Roland de Vlam is well known for supporting clients on the regulatory aspects of their energy projects and transactions. He has extensive knowledge on energy storage project development, gas and heat infrastructure, and also acted on multiple grid congestion disputes.
"We have worked with Roland de Vlam for years and are always happy with his work; he is very competent and knowledgeable."
Victor van Nuland joins the rankings this year thanks to his feedback and involvement on the firm's mandates. He often advises clients on wind and solar farm acquisitions and divestments, and advises investors and lenders on renewable projects in the Netherlands.
"Victor van Nuland is a very diligent and commercially-minded lawyer who relentlessly keeps the deal moving forward."
"Victor and his team show seasoned knowledge and experience at each turn, which they are able to translate into solutions that work."
Ranked Lawyers at
Loyens & Loeff
Netherlands