With a strong global presence, Baker McKenzie is well situated to provide international clients with advice on general regulatory matters, licensing and registration requirements in the Netherlands, and anti-money laundering compliance policies. Spearheading the practice, Corinne Schot frequently advises international payment services providers on European regulatory frameworks, business models, and the preparation of licence applications. Tim Alferink is recommended for his assistance to financial institutions and fintech start-up companies in relation to financial market regulations and operational requirements. Martijn Stolze and Daniël Kelderhuis are also noted for their experience with financial law.

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Key clients

  • Accenture
  • N26 Hypotheken B.V.
  • Chesnara
  • ING
  • Stichting Stadgenoot

Work highlights

  • Advised a group of Dutch housing associations on their options under existing ISDA/CSAs and other agreements regarding the usage of Euribor, EONIA and other benchmarks, as well as the consequences of the Benchmarks Regulation and related fall-backs.
  • Assisted N26 Hypotheken B.V. with all aspects of obtaining a licence as a mortgage credit provider in the Netherlands with the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets, including the drafting of the internal policy and procedure handbook.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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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.

Corinne Schot

Other key lawyers

Tim Alferink, Martijn Stolze, Daniël Kelderhuis