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Stibbe’s public law and environment and planning team has a solid track record in handling the environmental aspects of planning and zoning, climate change, renewable energy, and chemical sector matters. Emissions trading work is a core area of strength for the group. Practice head Anna Collignon has an excellent reputation for her expertise in environmental law, as well as assisting with related enforcement matters. Jan van Oosten acts for large renewable energy companies in mandates, and specialises in advising on environmental and planning issues. Valérie van ’t Lam‘s workload includes assisting with environmental impact issues and regulatory matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team works closely together and are very sharp and well informed about the latest developments.’

  • ‘Their approach to customers is very friendly and collegial. ’

  • ‘A well-coordinated team that provides useful advice with expertise and an eye for detail.'

  • ‘Pleasant personalities, who also have an eye and interest in the personal circumstances of their client.’

  • ‘The practice is always ready to provide immediate advice. Especially with urgent issues. In a crisis situation, they create legal structure.’

  • ‘Tijn Kortmann has a unique skillset when it comes to his profession. He applies his competencies in a way that radiates strength, flexibility and knowledge.’

  • ‘Large team with dedicated knowledge of uncommon regulatory procedures.’

Key clients

  • Afvalzorg
  • Ahold Delhaize
  • Air Liquide
  • Albemarle
  • Antargaz
  • Circuit Park Zandvoort
  • Cosun Beet Company (formerly known as Suiker Unie)
  • DAF Trucks, part of Paccar
  • DSM
  • DVM
  • Energy Production Company Zeeland
  • Greif
  • GroenLeven
  • Heineken
  • Inditex
  • KLM
  • McDonalds
  • Ministry of Defence
  • Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management
  • Municipalities of Amstelveen, Blaricum, Leeuwarden
  • Neinver
  • Normec
  • NXP Semiconductors
  • PALLAS
  • Plaza Foods
  • Prologis
  • Red Bull
  • RWE
  • Sibelco
  • Smurfit Kappa
  • Stuwadoorsmaatschappij Kruwal (part of Thyssenkrupp)
  • Tessenderlo Group (industrial)
  • Verwelius Projectontwikkeling B.V.

Work highlights

  • Advising Smurfit Kappa on several issues regarding administrative law enforcement procedures and permits.
  • Acted as counsel to Air Liquide on several environment and planning matters.

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Valérie van ’t Lam
Stibbe

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jan Reinier van Angeren, Anna Collignon, Jan van Oosten, Valérie van ‘t Lam, Tijn Kortmann, Tom Barkhuysen