Jelmer Baukema
Van DoorneA broad client base relies on Van Doorne for assistance with obtaining financing for real estate and corporate targets. The practice also acts for hospitals and public sector clients in relation to the financing they need for their projects. Angelique Thiele spearheads the firm’s real estate borrowing mandates in the Netherlands and across multiple jurisdictions. Stefan van Rossum is called upon when clients require amendments to existing facilities, with Jelmer Baukema handling corporate lending.
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Testimonials
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‘Down to earth, no nonsense, pragmatic. Added value of the banking team spans beyond pure legal advice.’
‘Angelique Thiele really stands out as an authority in her field. She is appreciated for her pragmatic approach and ability to keep transactions moving forward. Excellent negotiation skills.’
‘Quick response, availability is very good. Able to provide relevant advice for the company's business.’
‘Great team!’
‘Great individuals!’
‘I've always experienced them to be deadly efficient, proactive and very flexible. I've worked with most independent firms in this jurisdiction and I consider them a standout firm on the market that provides great value for money.’
‘Jelmer Baukema is more reliable than a Swiss watch. He's an absolute pleasure to work with. He's quick and efficient in understanding the issues. I specifically like the fact that he's able to see the big picture in an instant, whether it's in relation to banking, civil or tax issues.’
‘We use Angelique Thiele and her team as borrower's counsel in our real estate financings. Her advice is always pragmatic and to the point, and she is a great aide in the negotiations with the banks. Her vast network in the finance industry has proven to be helpful in finding alternative lenders that are willing to provide financing at times when banks are closed for new business.’
Key clients
- Annexum
- Arçelik A.Ş.
- BentallGreenOak
- Castlelake
- Crisp online supermarkets
- DK Capital
- Edmond de Rothschild REIM
- Elisabeth-TweeSteden Ziekenhuis
- Europa Capital
- Garbe
- Hedin Automotive
- Heitman
- Live Nation Entertainment
- McArthurGlen
- Melcombe Partners
- Mogelijk Vastgoedfinancieringen
- N+P Group
- Orange Investment
- Patrizia
- Port of Rotterdam
- Quadoro Doric
- Raxio Data Centers
- Schroders
- SectieV
- Slingeland Ziekenhuis
- Stichting Rijnstate
- SVP Global
- Tristan CAP
- Verbrugge International
- Vivium Zorggroep
- Westcore
Work highlights
- Advised Mogelijk Vastgoedfinancieringen on a buy-to-let financing securitisation deal with certain institutional investors.
- Acted for Melcombe Partners on the acquisition of several logistics properties in the Netherlands, as well as the related financing arranged by Deutsche Bank.
- Advised a European manufacturer of copper and alloy in connection with the group’s multimillion structured commodity trade finance facilities agreement with a European financial institution.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jelmer Baukema, Angelique Thiele, Stefan van Rossum