As an international firm, Dentons handles a large number of international disputes involving Dutch law, acting for both domestic and international companies. Representing Chinese individuals and enterprises in corporate disputes is also a strength of the team - particularly for Michel Deckers - as is antitrust litigation, including cartel cases. Deckers is well versed in corporate and securities litigation, as well as directors’ liability cases; he jointly leads the practice alongside litigation and arbitration expert Anouk Rosielle, who is praised as a ‘sharp strategist’. Rosielle routinely acts for energy, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing clients in disputes.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Dentons' dispute resolution and commercial litigation team consistently stand out for their unparalleled dedication and hands-on approach that is distinct in the legal arena. Our collaboration frequently underscored the exceptional quality of both their partners and associates. What truly differentiate them from their competitors is their relentless commitment to go the extra mile. Their work ethic and attention to detail ensures not just only satisfactory outcomes, but results which exceed expectations.’

  • ‘Anouk Rosielle is absolutely the number-one commercial litigation lawyer who you need at your side.'

  • 'Michel Deckers is a highly experienced, strategically minded lawyer, who in the end will win your case.’
  • ‘Anouk Rosielle is the best. She is very smart, pragmatic and down to earth. Moreover, she is funny and simply a joy to work with.’

  • ‘Dentons' litigation team is fantastic. The team gets involved and is always on top of the cases. They are transparent regarding risks and chances of success, which is essential when deciding whether to move forward with the case or take a step back and settle.’

  • ‘Anouk Rosielle is the most capable lawyer I have ever had the pleasure of working with. She is the star of Dentons' litigation practice and has shaped how this team provides sound legal advice. Anouk is a sharp strategist who handles cases pragmatically and logically. Anouk has an unparalleled ability to quickly understand the problem and focus on what matters. Anouk Rosielle is fast-responding, solutions-driven, and trustworthy.’

  • ‘The dispute resolution practice at Dentons in Amsterdam is a very experienced and reliable force. They do both claimant and defence work, enabling them to develop strategies that take account of their knowledge of the positions considered by the other side. It is also very easy and pleasant to work with them.’

  • ‘Michel Deckers is a very experienced team leader. He always provides appropriate strategies by considering clients' needs as well as conduct of the lawsuit. He also has a strong ability to assess comparative law and, therefore, he is highly recommended.'

Key clients

  • Frutadeli
  • Meever & Meever
  • Petroleos de Venezuela S.A.
  • Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
  • Stichting Administratiekantoor Funda
  • Bayrol Group
  • Shanghai Aerospace Automobile Electromechanical
  • IGB Eletrônica
  • Vestel
  • TBM Europe
  • Vodafone

Work highlights

  • Acting for Stichting Administratiekantoor Funda in an ongoing corporate dispute between shareholders in Funda, the Netherlands’ most successful property website.
  • Representing 11 trading companies that form part of Vestel in Dutch legal proceedings seeking damages from parties that have participated in the cathode ray tube cartel.
  • Representing Stichting Hulptroepen Alliantie (SHA) in civil liability proceedings against its three former directors.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Michel Deckers, Anouk Rosielle

Other key lawyers

Merel Vermorken, Jordi van Borssum Waalkes