CMS‘ finance practice places special emphasis on real estate financing, but is also capable of handling arrangements for acquisition and asset finance. Practice head Eduard Scheenstra advises on all the aforementioned credit structures, and is instructed by both borrowers and lenders on cross-border finance matters. Etiënne Courbois, partner as of January 2024, handles multi-jurisdictional debt finance transactions and the restructuring of debt, while Jenny Noordermeer advises hotel, commercial real estate and energy sector borrowers on their credit arrangements.
Testimonials
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‘Very practical advice. They simplify instead of complicate.’
‘In-depth knowledge, pragmatic and very responsive. Value for money.’
‘They facilitate a smooth and efficient process, i.e. excellent project management. I feel very supported in negotiations and discussions. They always push for a solution that satisfies both parties.’
‘Jenny Noordermeer - familiarity with the client business and operating mode. Able to highlight the key risks arising from the negotiation. Responsiveness is excellent.’
‘Well versed in the markets we request advice on.’
‘Seasoned, spot-on market expertise and diligent delivery.’
Key clients
- Annexum
- Capreon
- Carl Zeiss
- Castlelake
- CitizenM
- Delin Capital Asset Management
- EvolutionRE
- Iroko Zen
- Nuveen
- Venterra
- VIA Amsterdam
Work highlights
- Advised EvolutionRE on the €70m financing of the development of the EVO Park Weert sustainable warehousing project.
- Advised Midas International Asset Management Ltd. on the acquisition and financing of the newly constructed Zalando e-fulfilment center in Bleiswijk.
- Advised HIH Invest Real Estate GmbH and Hana Private Real Estate Investment Trust No. 101 on the refinancing of its outstanding facility in respect of the EDGE West Building in Amsterdam.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Eduard Scheenstra