Dispute resolution: Commercial litigation

Evers Soerjatin

Boutique firm Evers Soerjatin has an impressive dispute resolution practice and particularly excels in corporate litigation. The team is noted for its specialism in representing clients before the Enterprise Chamber, with members of the team holding a number of appointments such as investigator, mediator or administrator at the court. Practice head Marcel Evers is highly regarded and acts as the administrator of shares at the Enterprise Chamber and represents corporates, shareholders, directors and supervisory directors in corporate litigation. Co-head Stein van Thiel excels in shareholder disputes and post-closing litigation for private equity parties. Mass claims and collective actions are handled by Jessica de Rooij, while Jonas Verheul has experience acting for and against publicly listed companies in high-profile cases.

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Testimonials

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‘The firm handles complicated cases with expertise and decisiveness. They are highly experienced in the field of corporate governance, arbitration matters and business disputes.’
‘A litigation powerhouse, top of the market boutique with excellent lawyers. Extremely dedicated lawyers where you feel you are always on top of mind.’
‘Stein van Thiel is a very sharp lawyer we engaged for a complex matter. Great court appearance and is able to make big things small. Stein is to the point and straightforward. He oversees not only the legal playing field, but also the commercial and strategic angles. Marcel Evers is an exceptional lawyer and an authority in the corporate litigation field.’
‘Jasper Wonders and Diederick Storm have proven to be trusted advisors in this respect, are up to speed with our specific regulations and therefore able to respond and advise us quickly when needed. Great communication style and openness towards any questions.’
‘The depth and breadth of the Evers Soerjatin team is truly unparalleled. Their ability to navigate a case of such extreme complexity is nothing short of extraordinary. What makes the team unique is that it focuses entirely on high-stakes commercial litigation,’
‘In our opinion, Marcel Evers is the best litigator in the Netherlands, and the best corporate law specialist. We have not found his ready knowledge in any other lawyer in the Netherlands, and he has managed to build a high-quality and stable team around him. He is razor-sharp, knows how to articulate things so well like no other, he masters all the details of a case and that makes him a rock-solid and feared lawyer inside and outside the courtroom.’
‘The practice immediately gives you the feeling of a warm welcome, quickly makes a good analysis of the problem and gives you the feeling that you are in good hands. You feel at home at this practice immediately.’
‘Marcel Evers is the lawyer to go to when it gets difficult. He has a very strategic view on the steps to take.’

Key clients

University Utrecht Holding and University Medical Center Utrecht Holding
Entain
Burford Capital
Waterland
Dutch Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, Skoda and Porsche dealers and service partners
Friesland Campina
Metropool Holding B.V.
EuroParcs
Asiana Airlines Inc.
Merle Wood & Associates Inc.

Work highlights

Assisted seven interested parties and six individuals who contributed to the charitable foundation Stichting Hulptroepen Alliantie with the request to suspend and dismiss two directors of Stichting Hulptroepen Alliantie due to conflicts of interests and management.
Represented Utrecht University Holding and University Medical Center Utrecht Holding in a case following the discovery of serious misconduct over a long period of time committed by former directors of Utrecht Holdings and related persons.
Represented all Dutch Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, Skoda, and Porsche dealers in the collective actions initiated by Stichting Volkswagen Car Claim and Stichting Diesel Emissions Justice on the emissions matter.

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