Osborne Clarke‘s clients include international corporations and notable individuals who are seeking representation, typically as defendants, in cases in the Netherlands. Cross-border disputes are the key focus of the team, which often handles litigation within the energy, infrastructure, life sciences and healthcare, real estate and technology sectors. Jeroen Bedaux leads the team from Amsterdam and specialises in commercial litigation and investigations by regulators for technology and retail clients. He is also well versed in sports law.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Paul Brouwer has very good knowledge of litigation, is thorough in his work, has an eye for detail and is firm in negotiations.’

  • ‘Very attuned team that listens to clients' needs and has a crisp and clear approach on disputes and litigation. Great to have them on board of your commercial litigations.’

  • ‘Jeroen Bedaux has a clear view on resolving disputes with a warm and emphatic client-centric approach.’

  • ‘Paul Brouwer is leading a great team of very skilled and clever lawyers. His ease reflects on the team, they work in a very cool and clever manner, with a confident, yet modest and no-nonsense attitude. A diverse team, with really top-notch litigators.’

  • ‘Paul Brouwer is the example of your best man in court. You want him on your side. He is down to earth, very clever and has a good sense of humour. Exceptionally knowledgeable and very creative. ’

  • ‘The team at Osborne Clarke comprises seasoned legal professionals with diverse backgrounds. Their combined expertise enables the firm to handle complex legal issues effectively, from corporate law to dispute resolution. Osborne Clarke prides itself on developing creative legal strategies that address contemporary challenges. Osborne Clarke is adept at providing forward-thinking solutions.'

  • ‘Paul Brouwer has an extensive understanding of both current legislation and historical jurisprudence. His ability to interpret and apply complex legal texts allows clients to navigate intricate legal landscapes confidently. Overall, Paul Brouwer’s blend of deep legislative knowledge, pragmatic and innovative approaches, and strong interpersonal skills make him an exceptional legal expert.’

Key clients

  • AEB
  • Aptean
  • Baqme
  • Bose Corporation
  • Capgemini
  • Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
  • Coopervision
  • Danone
  • Downtown Music Holdings
  • Dyson
  • Epicor Software
  • GoPro
  • HEMA
  • ID&T
  • Jumbo Supermarkten
  • MediaMonks
  • Mout Investments
  • Nobian
  • Sonos
  • Starbucks
  • Sun Chemical

Work highlights

  • Represented Jumbo Supermarkten in a €750m claim made by De Groot for the termination of a five-year supply agreement, sucessfully defending the client.
  • Represented Nyck De Vries in a claim of one his financiers regarding the interpretation of a loan agreement with tens of millions of euros at stake.
  • Represented Vialis in a case in which Interelectronics sued for the unlawful termination of its distribution agreement for traffic lights in the Dutch Antilles.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jeroen Bedaux

Other key lawyers

Paul Brouwer