Construction and real estate specialist firm HabrakenRutten continues to excel in advising clients on the full life cycle of large construction projects. A key area for the practice is infrastructure PPP projects, as well as greenfield and brownfield developments. Clients typically include construction companies and developers, and the firm has continued to grow its presence in hydrogen projects and restructuring. Co-leading the team are Peter Habraken and Sjoerd Rutten, Habraken is well-known for his expertise in PPP projects and asset development processes, while Rutten represents clients in litigation, arbitration, and dispute prevention. Henk Raven is the go-to for construction-related contract and corporate law issues. Thijs Homveld is also notable for his cross-border knowledge, while Gert Weerheim assists with litigation.
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‘The lawyers working at HabrakenRutten avail of extensive knowledge and experience. They are well equipped for drafting and negotiating complex construction contracts and are sharp litigators.’
‘Sjoerd Rutten is a very bright lawyer. He is very dedicated to the interests of his clients and is a highly valued sparring partner (due to his personality and knowledge of the construction industry and applicable laws and regulations). Sjoerd is able to act on all kind of levels (from project team to board room). He is able to quickly analyse complex situations and knows what really matters. He is a safe pair of hands in litigation proceedings!’
‘Focus on built assets and boutique character. Ample experience in complex projects. Navigating between risk mitigation and (early) resolution of conflicts. ’
‘Sjoerd Rutten and Gert Weerheim are strong lawyers. Their deep business understanding combined with top notch legal expertise allow them to provide excellent advice, also in litigation.’
Key clients
- Royal BAM Group (including its subsidiary AM Development)
- Boskalis
- Dura Vermeer
- TBI Holdings
- HES International
- VanderValk Hotel Group
- Infrared Capital Partners
- Infracapital M&G Investment Management Ltd
Work highlights
- Acting as lead counsel for the project development of Holland Hydrogen I.
- Advising Feyenoord XL on the long term redevelopment of the inner-city location close to Feyenoord soccer stadium.
- Advising the consortium of the IJmond Sea Lock on a PPP project as their lead counsel.
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Sjoerd Rutten, Peter Habraken