Headed by Angela McEwan, the team at Clifford Chance is skilled at handling matters for borrowers ranging from Dutch and international financial institutions to private equity firms. The firm advises on green loans, facility agreements, leveraged financing, and debt financing, among other matters. Jelle Hofland regularly represents borrowers, including tech companies, corporations, and private equity houses. Other key members of the team include Folko De Vries, who specialises in leveraged finance, Boudewijn Vermeer, who is recommended for sustainability-related financing mandates, and Laure Lusteau, who is noted for her experience in handling matters for private equity funds and their portfolio companies.
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‘The team is very pragmatic, on top of market developments, with swift and smooth execution when compared to some of their competitors. They also have transparent billing.’
‘Folko de Vries is one of the most knowledgeable lawyers in his field, especially on direct lending/private credit matters.’
‘They are a very professional and fun team to work with. What is important is that they are involved in the majority of relevant financings in the Benelux within the private credit space, so they know the relevant players well and can facilitate a swift process.’
‘I like working with Boudewijn Vermeer as he is knowledgeable and has a pragmatic approach.’
Key clients
- Cooperatieve Rabobank U.A.
- ING
- ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
- Rivean Capital
- Waterland
- Raben Group
- FMO
- Stirling Square
- SMCB
- FBN Capital Limited
- JP Morgan
- IK Partners
- Gilde Healthcare
- AVR Afvalverwerking
- TKH Group
- Xebia
Lawyers
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Leading partners
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Folko De Vries
Clifford ChancePractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Angela McEwan