Gerard Koster
Dentons
Dentons
Client SatisfactionDentons continues to prove itself as a ‘commercially orientated’ firm with an in-depth knowledge of the regulatory components that govern the financial landscape. The firm frequently advises Dutch and international banks on their financing mandates and possesses expertise in acquisition finance, ESG-compliant investing, real estate finance, and project finance, among other matters. Heading the banking and finance practice in the Amsterdam office, Marcel Janssen is well versed in handling complex transactions with a cross-border element for major financial institutions. Gerard Koster and Shivaughn Tets are also noted for their broad depth of experience within the banking and finance landscape.
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Testimonials
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‘The team is pragmatic and easy to work with.’
‘Shivaughn Tets stands out. She is very talented and knowledgeable.’
‘Jacqueline Bell is an excellent lawyer with extensive experience in trade and commodity finance.’
‘They have a good knowledge of the Dutch market. They are commercially orientated and provide good quality work.’
'Marcel Janssen and Shivaughn Tets were both very responsive, knowledgeable and solution driven.’
‘What stands out is the availability of the partners, the response time, and that they are commercially orientated.’
‘They have a pragmatic approach and were prepared to go the extra mile.’
Key clients
- Rabobank
- ING Bank
- ABN Amro
- Aegon
- Berlin Hyp
- UniCredit
- Payconiq
- Triodos Group
Work highlights
- Assisting Rabobank and GIGA Storage B.V. in relation to the project financing for the construction of three battery projects (energy storage projects) in the Netherlands.
- Drafting an increase and extension of a facility worth USD 400m involving both Western European and Colombian banks for Sucafina.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Marcel Janssen