Dirkzwager is well versed in advising Dutch and international companies on mid-size mergers, acquisitions, and private equity transactions, and is recognised for its strength in handling work in the energy sector. Claudia van der Most heads up the team; other key practitioners include Deline Kruitbosch, Selma van Ramele, who brings expertise in contractual matters, and Maarten Kole, who is well known for advising on corporate-related energy sector matters.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The Dirkzwager team brings its experience in this field and points out risks, opportunities and all the relevant conditions of the deal. They are very flexible and available and really helped our inexperienced organisation throughout the whole process.’

  • ‘Claudia van der Most and Lotte ter Linde accompanied us throughout our process which was time limited. They both have the capabilities to combine their knowledge with a very pleasant way of working as well with both the client and counterparts in the deal. They each earned the trust of both parties.'

  • ‘Able to manage major acquisitions under very high pressure, they take a straightforward and diplomatic approach to cases where difficult points are raised. We were very satisfied with the personal guidance provided.’

  • 'Claudia van der Most and Valerie van Engelenburg-Sijberden are well-experienced lawyers with a professional and personal approach. Both explain well the consequences of options and advise on what could work best.'

  • ‘Claudia van der Most and Lotte te Linde were the cornerstone of our case. They have a lot of knowledge of M&A practice. They took our company (a newcomer to this practice) by the hand and took the time to explain things. They are knowledgeable, accurate and as a team very pleasant to work with!’

  • ‘A very professional team, with a lot of expertise. It is a pleasure to cooperate with them - they can act very quickly and are capable of delivering the best legal quality at very short notice.’

  • ‘Claudia van der Most is able to maintain an overview, keeps her team together such that all team members know exactly what's expected of them. She really listens to her client and takes the time to involve the client, and explains in very simple terms complex aspects of what's going on.'

  • ‘Claudia van der Most is a good lawyer with a pragmatic approach.’

Key clients

  • Dormio Group B.V.
  • Capital A
  • Vendis Capital
  • Holland Capital
  • Rupro AG
  • Ebert Hera Esser GmbH
  • Obton A/S
  • Rubis SA

Work highlights

  • Assisted Dormio Group B.V. with the acquisition of 33 holiday parks, also known as Project Havana.
  • Assisted Ebert Hera Esser GmbH with the purchase of all shares in Sitech Services.
  • Assisted Vendis Capital with the acquisition of a 100% stake in Meubelzorg B.V.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Claudia van der Most

Other key lawyers

Selma van Ramele, Maarten Kole, Deline Kruitbosch, Lotte te Linde, Valerie van Engelenburg-Sijberden