Simmons & Simmons' commercial, corporate and M&A practice is home to a team of 'top-notch legal experts who prioritise clients'. The group is well versed in handling sales and corporate restructurings. The ‘very experienced’ Leo Verhoeff co-heads the department with Rob Hendriks, who fields expertise in real estate investment matters. Elise Boehmer ’stands out for her hard work, efficient project management and pragmatism’. David Shearer focuses on advising energy sector clients on corporate matters.
Testimonials
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‘It is great to have Leo next to us and bring the deals to the finish quickly. The bigger picture matters. The team is great fun to work with, sharp, to-the-point, attentive to our way of working, while not afraid to challenge, and has a keen eye for sensitivities in process situations without losing focus on the heart of the matter.'
'Elise Boehmer stands out for her hard work, efficient project management and pragmatism.’
‘A great team; thoroughly understanding of the fine art of M&A and made up of skilled individuals complementing each other in the various areas. I would highly recommend working with Simmons & Simmons.’
‘Leo Verhoeff is a seasoned M&A lawyer - proactive, transparent, and considers the greater picture. He is a great sparring partner.’
‘The team is a truly trusted advisor. They are very sensitive to personal contacts, that they are sensitive to messaging, choose their battles, and interact on economics - they provide more than just legal advice.’
‘Leo Verhoeff is my legal hand and very experienced.’
‘Simmons & Simmons is an outstanding law firm. They boast a team of top-notch legal experts who prioritise clients. Their commitment to diversity, and their collaborative culture make them exceptional.'
‘Rob Hendriks has a deep expertise combined with style and flexibility - he defends clients where necessary with great composure. Michiel Boer has a lot of expertise and skill in legal technicalities and is very collaborative.’
Key clients
- Gilde Equity Management (GEM) Benelux
- Dawn Foods
- HQ Pack Group
- Fletcher Hotels
- Arcus Infrastructure Partners
- ZF Friedrichshafen
- The Dyson-Kissner Moran Corporation
- Bavaria
- Platinum Equity
- Lazard
- Spectron
- Monument Re
- Morningside Ventures
- NedStack
- Surmount Ventures Fund
- Symrise AG
- CRH
- 90 North Real Estate Partners LLP
- Brookfield Global Infrastructure Advisor Limited
- Hines
- CaseWare International Inc.
- Capital Coach
- Lightsource bp
- ORIM Energy
- Waterland
- DTN Europe
- Trime North
- Advanced Safety Technology
Work highlights
- Advising Gilde Equity Management (GEM) on the proposed sale of Wasco.
- Advised Dawn Foods B.V. on the restructuring and subsequent sale of its frozen business to Europastry.
- Advised the shareholders of HQ Pack Group on the sale of HQ Pack Group to NPM.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Leo Verhoeff, Rob Hendriks