Scott + Scott excels in handling class actions and mass claims on behalf of plaintiffs in the Netherlands. The team is also active in follow-on damages claims and acts as counsel for multinational corporations as claimants. The team is jointly led by litigation specialists Jan-Willem de Jong, Carlijn van Rest and Robert Verburg from Amsterdam. Van Rest focuses on collective actions and is well versed in cross-border disputes, while Verburg is noted for advising both national and foreign clients on class actions related to the financial sector.
Testimonials
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‘The team at Scott + Scott are extremely knowledgeable. They are experts in the subject matter areas they run (antitrust, securities and data) and are able to stand toe to toe with the large defendant firms. They are also commercial and pragmatic in their approach.’
‘This practice stands out for its seamless integration of technology and expertise, offering clients a more efficient, personalised, and forward-thinking experience. The team also excels in its collaborative mindset. Overall, clients benefit from a holistic and innovative approach that not only addresses legal challenges but also helps them navigate broader commercial and reputational concerns.’
Key clients
- Unilever
- Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority
Work highlights
- Represented SCCC in its class action claim before the Amsterdam District Court against Apple.
- Represented TBYP in a collective action on behalf of 1.5 million Dutch children that have used the TikTok app since 25 May 2018.