bureau Brandeis has considerable experience in representing clients facing regulatory or civil proceedings brought by the AFM and DNB and customers respectively, covering banks’ duties of care to customers, while also helping clients to mitigate the risks of litigation via risk assessments and sanctions compliance advice. The team is led by Simone Peek, who advises financial services companies and individual directors facing regulatory investigations.
Testimonials
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‘Highly motivated team with above average attention to the client. Skills and knowledge of the financial world, especially the administrative side and the pitfalls. High degree of involvement and attention to the human side of things.’
‘Simone Peek and Casper Rooijakkers are experts in their field. They offer a personal approach and attention.’
‘With both a legal and communication background, Simone Peek has an eye for both the commercial and reputation aspects of a case. She turns complicated regulations into practical advice, keeps her eye on the big picture and does not give up until a solution is reached, if necessary by creating new case law.’
‘The one thing that to me always stands out with bB, is the personal connection. It is always a pleasure to talk to the people at their offices, and you get to talk to the member of bB who actually does the work.’
‘Interpersonal contacts, very knowledgeable and without exception, pleasant to work with.’
‘The team has extensive experience in litigation around financial service regulation and is extremely client-focused in its approach. They anticipate questions, adopt a pragmatic approach and communicate clearly and frequently, ensuring they are at all times aligned with the interests of the client.’
‘Casper Rooijakkers is an excellent operator and able to work independently while keeping in close communication with the client. His strong domain knowledge in financial regulation and excellent litigation skills are an immensely valuable combination. Simone Peek is excellent communicator who works efficiently and is able to easily distil complex facts into clear and convincing arguments.’
‘Their up-to-date knowledge in a fast changing regulatory environment is very valuable. The way how they help you to ensure that you will be compliant is very practical.’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simone Peek