BarentsKrans‘ practice has capabilities advising on high-value M&A transactions in domestic and cross-border contexts, advising on inbound transactions for foreign clients and vice versa. The team is newly co-led by Rhamsey Croes who advises foreign clients on transactions and private equity fund matters, and company and securities specialist Robert-Jan Zwaan. Harry Rek is well regarded for his ’strong approach to work’. 

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Michiel Martin is able to translate questions into solutions in a very short time. Anne Monique Huijg is a very close sparring partner - when a goal is set, she will execute it in a very short time span.’

  • ‘I have rarely seen a team that is more complete than BarentsKrans. We had a complex takeover process in which we received perfect support. The complex matter was explained in an understandable way. This allowed us to act quickly and decisively. I can say that because of this - and the expertise of the individual lawyers - the deal was a success.’

  • ‘Thomas van Hövell tot Westervlier stands out for his reliability, hard-working mentality and accessibility. Plus his self-confidence, talent for arguing different points of view and years of experience mean clients are assured of the best deal which suits all their needs, which are executed flawlessly with perfection and speed. Thomas leaves a smile on everyone's face in the end.'

  • 'Michiel Martin is an extremely engaged and accessible partner, always prepared to take the time to explain complex matters in an understandable and relaxed manner. Needs just a couple of words to understand clients' needs and priorities in a deal, and act swiftly on them. Not afraid to challenge clients to reach the most optimal deal for them.'
  • ‘Rhamsey Croes and Floor Leenders are a great team with whom we love to work. They are always on the ball and are nice colleagues.’

  • ‘Thomas van Hövell tot Westervlier is a pleasure to work with and he really takes ownership of the complete work being completed for us.'

  • ‘Rhamsey Croes is reliable, well organised, a clear communicator and has a deep understanding of the business.'

  • 'Harry Rek is a goal-oriented good organiser with a strong approach to work.’

Key clients

  • KPN
  • Foreman Capital
  • IOS Press Holding
  • White & Case LLP
  • Huisman Equipment
  • MVGM
  • Horticoop
  • Technolution
  • Van de Velde Packaging
  • Zwanenberg Food Group
  • VanderSat
  • Dura Vermeer
  • Borealis Hotel Group
  • Quintes Holding
  • Mourik
  • Addtech Nordic
  • Daily Logistics Group
  • Fortescue Future Industries
  • Stichting Pensioenfonds/APG Asset Management
  • SWARCO AG
  • Lumera
  • Gray Dawes Travel Limited
  • Valk Group B.V.
  • Grnst B.V.
  • Quistor Management B.V.
  • Indu-Tools B.V.
  • Swaters IT Groep B.V.
  • Switser Software B.V.
  • RRW Holding
  • Vitavanti
  • Sun Invest Holding B.V.
  • Toyota Material Handling Nederland B.V.
  • Burcht Beheer B.V.

Work highlights

  • Advised the client on its acquisition of YouFone.
  • Advised shareholders on the sale of the shares in their company to Groupe Looping.
  • Advised in the sale of 100% of the shares in RECO Holding B.V. to Parcom.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rhamsey Croes, Robert-Jan Zwaan

Other key lawyers

Harry Rek, Thomas van Hövell tot Westervlier, Floor Leenders, Michiel Martin, Anne Monique Huijg, Lisanne Vissers