With particular strength in energy, finance and technology-related cases, A&O Shearman is a leading class actions firm, having handled a number of landmark class actions and mass claims. The Amsterdam-based team is well versed in defending international and multinational clients in high-profile and sensitive class actions. Richard de Haan is the go-to for corporate and commercial disputes, acting in major mass tort claims and class actions related to the financial sector. Arnold Croiset van Uchelen leads on corporate and securities mass torts and class actions, while Tim Sweerts is known for his expertise in ESG-related mass litigation. The three aforementioned lawyers all jointly lead the class actions practice. Hilde van der Baan is a key member of the team and focuses on class actions involving energy, projects and construction. Brechje van der Velden left the practice in February 2024.
Testimonials
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‘Good understanding of case law and ability to get to the core of the dispute. The team is very to the point; describing the core of the matter in few sentences. They're structured and tactically savvy.’
'Every team member was knowledgeable, professional and understood the heart of the matter. It was good to see that the whole team was well read, up-to-date on the latest developments, were good at discussions and a strong sparring partner. Overall a high level!’
Key clients
- Samsung
- Pon Automotive
Work highlights
- Represented Vattenfall in a landmark Dutch class action brought under the new Dutch class action law on repayment of certain fees paid by customers with a large grid connection.
- Represented Citigroup in a high-profile and complex collective action brought by a Dutch foundation in relation to alleged damages suffered as a result of foreign exchange rate manipulation.