Dispute Resolution - Netherlands
What the team is known for
NautaDutilh is a Benelux firm with a leading presence in the enforcement and setting aside of arbitral awards. The law firm is also highly regarded for handling arbitrations involving bilateral investment treaties, as well as disputes under the ICC rules and post-M&A disputes. NautaDutilh is also esteemed for its litigation practice, representing clients in class actions and liability disputes as part of bankruptcy proceedings. The team also advises clients on financial litigation and damages claims. The firm's lawyers are experienced in Supreme Court disputes.
Strengths
"Nauta's legal advice is always thought through extensively and supported by relevant case law. Furthermore, the advice is crisp, to the point and clear-cut for the specific situation. They are a specialist in their field."
"The team is incredibly good. The lawyers are very fast and give direct access to the partners."
"They really took into the account the commercial relationship between the parties and understood we could not use all means to win the case."
Work highlights
NautaDutilh advised Royal Dutch Shell on the preparation of an appeal against the judgment in the Hague District Court which ordered Shell to cut down carbon emissions by 45% by 2030.
Notable practitioners
Mirjam van de Hel-Koedoot is a new addition to the rankings this year. She has particular expertise in setting aside proceedings and the enforcement of arbitral awards. "Mirjam van de Hel-Koedoot is outstanding. Her advice is to the point."
