As one of the leading financial regulation teams on the Dutch market, Stibbe is an excellent source of advice for banks, insurance companies, electronic payment platforms, asset managers, and other financial institutions. Rogier Raas, who has decades of experience handling various regulatory and compliance matters, co-heads the team alongside Roderik Vrolijk. Vrolijk advises on Dutch licensing and notification requirements, financial supervision, and securities law; he is also skilled at handling cases within the fintech industry, including regulatory matters regarding e-money and payment platforms.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Rogier Raas is an excellent lawyer with great knowledge. He was very pleasant to work with because of his great responsiveness and flexibility.'
  • 'Their commitment to the project was exceptional. They delivered high-quality content while being pragmatic and giving practical advice.'
  • 'Roderik Vrolijk is an exceptional individual and a pleasure to work with. He was truly involved in helping us reach our goals.'

Key clients

  • ABN AMRO
  • Amsterdam Trade Bank (in liquidiation)
  • Apollo Global Management Inc.
  • Ardonagh Europe
  • Argentex Group Plc
  • Athora Netherlands (formerly known as VIVAT N.V.)
  • Bank Mendes Gans
  • BNP Paribas
  • EY
  • ING Bank
  • Intertrust
  • Loomis Sayles & Company (a subsidiary of Natixis)
  • NVB (Dutch Banking Association)
  • Pinnacle Pet Group (a JAB company)
  • Vereniging AEGON
  • Vistra

Work highlights

  • Advised Vereniging Aegon on the regulatory aspects of the combination of Aegon’s Dutch insurance subsidiaries with a.s.r., a leading Dutch insurer.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rogier Raas, Roderik Vrolijk

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