Dirkzwager legal & tax‘s group is well equipped to advise its roster of clients on the remit of corporate transactions in national and international contexts. The team’s areas of industry specialism include energy and healthcare. ’Exceptional negotiator’ Claudia van der Most, who is experienced advising on corporate and M&A and joint venture matters, leads the team alongside Selma van Ramele who specialises in mergers.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Dirkzwager is a local firm wich is really able to handle any complex cross-border transaction. One of the most significant advantages for clients is the direct involvement of partners throughout the lifecycle of a matter. Clients can expect to work closely with senior partners who bring years of experience and deep legal knowledge.’

  • ‘I have worked with Claudia van der Most. She is an exceptional negotiator whose skill in navigating complex negotiations in cross-border deals is truly impressive.'

  • 'Claudia van der Most consistently approaches negotiations with a strategic mindset, demonstrating a deep understanding of both the legal landscape and the commercial interests at stake. Her ability to remain calm under pressure, while skilfully balancing firmness with diplomacy, always leads to favourable outcomes for clients.’

  • ‘Dirkzwager is a very good law firm. They have a lot of knowledge and are a very good quality team.'

  • ‘Strong knowledge and easy going as a team.'

  • ‘Very experienced team in M&A affairs. A sharp authority in combined meetings. Very pleasant to work with.’

  • ‘Claudia is a leader in meetings with the buyer's team. She just takes that role and has a keen eye on our sellers' interests.'

  • 'They are very quick in understanding and analysing what's happening. Bart Jacobs keeps everything organised.'

Key clients

  • Vendis Capital
  • ANWB
  • Avisi Group
  • CCE Solar Growth NL
  • Coppa Groep
  • CRV
  • Dormio Group B.V.
  • Ebert Hera Esser GmbH
  • Carefos B.V.
  • Greencells
  • Holland Capital
  • Obton A/S
  • Plastem SAS
  • Radboud University
  • Rubis SA
  • SOP International Limited

Work highlights

  • Advised the selling company regarding the sale and transfer of a company to independent private equity firm Foreman Capital.
  • Acted as Dutch local counsel for listed company RUBIS regarding the envisaged sale of RUBIS’ 55% stake in the Rubis Terminal JV to I Squared Capital.
  • Advised the new fund Vendis Capital IV in the acquisition of SOAP and Betaalbaar Mooier at the same time.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Claudia van der Most, Selma van Ramele

Other key lawyers

Bart Jacobs, Mike van de Graaf