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Van Doorne

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Van Doorne has ‘a very substantial, well integrated energy team that is highly responsive, well-organized and always available to go the extra mile’; the group stands out for its ‘substantial experience on both regulatory and business aspects of the energy markets, making them an ideal partner for complex energy projects’. Léone Klapwijk leads the regulatory offering, and is well versed in representing clients in the heat, electricity, and gas sectors on work. Diederik Maessen heads up the transactional side of the practice, and has expertise in advising on acquisitions concerning energy transport and storage infrastructure.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Van Doorne has a very substantial, well integrated energy team that is highly responsive, well-organized and always available to go the extra mile. They have substantial experience on both regulatory and business aspects of the energy markets, making them an ideal partner for complex energy projects.’

  • ‘Van Doorne has a dedicated energy team with members from multiple legal departments and is therefore able to advise on a wide range of matters within the energy sector.’

  • ‘A good all-round team for the energy industry and a trustworthy partner.’

  • ‘The team is strong in the explanation of the law and how to deal with new laws in the renewable energy and district heating spaces. Their approach is open and very welcoming.’

  • ‘Professional team. Fast response and in-depth knowledge, with the ability to get to the core of a case quickly and offer great quality of work.’

  • ‘Leone Klapwijk is very responsive, intelligent and a very capable manager. Diederik Maessen has a standout business approach.’

  • ‘Diederik Maessen makes the entire team a worthy advisor for our business. ’

Key clients

  • Vopak
  • Gasunie
  • Port of Rotterdam
  • EBN
  • Ennatuurlijk
  • Eneco
  • Green Energy Storage
  • Vattenfall
  • Asper
  • LyondellBasell
  • VTTI
  • Höegh LNG
  • AMC
  • Doral Energy
  • TotalEnergies
  • Shell
  • Ingka Investments
  • RockRose Energy
  • Evides
  • TenneT
  • Chane

Work highlights

  • Acted for Vattenfall in proceedings concerning a fire in a large waste treatment plant.
  • Assisted Ennatuurlijk with a range of energy matters.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Léone Klapwijk, Diederik Maessen