Environment and planning

NewGround Law B.V.

NewGround Law B.V.’s 'very professional' environment team often advises clients on the environmental aspects of real estate, zoning and energy projects. Anne-Marie Klijn is 'a strategist' and 'an authority in public law', and André Gaastra is well versed in assisting corporations and industry associations with matters relating to environmental permitting and compliance; the duo co-head the practice with Erwin Noordover. Arjen Pratt is a name to note.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘What I really appreciate about this law firm is their diversity, in-depth expertise, and the pleasant collaboration. ’
‘I work closely with Anne-Marie Klijn; she is very approachable and the best in her field when it comes to expertise.’
‘The composition of the team, ensuring capacity and quality, is great. The team has a great track record in supporting us in a pro-active manner with environmental and planning cases.’
‘My experience with New Ground Law is that they are very professional, fast in their advice and easy to work with.'
‘I work very well with Anne-Marie Klijn. She is an authority in public law and is able to advise us well in complex zoning and permit procedures. ’
‘Anne-Marie Klijn is a strategist. She uses this in combination with her attention to detail to reach the best solution for the client.'
‘I worked with Erwin Noordover. Erwin is experienced on solar farms and wind farms. Erwin feels more like a colleague within the company than a lawyer outside the company. ’
‘Highly knowledgeable individuals who also employ a strong sense of strategic decision-making while remaining completely objective to the matter at hand.'

Key clients

Victory Group B.V.
G&S&
Boelens de Gruyter
Greystar
Janssen de Jong Projectontwikkeling B.V.
Lingotto Utrecht B.V.
Eneco
Reales Development
ICL Fertilizers Europe C.V.
Waterschap Rijn en Ijssel
Pure Energie
Ventolines
Prowind
Center Parcs Europe N.V.
Flow Real Estate B.V. (Blackstone)
Breevast B.V.
Deka Immobilien Investment GmbH

Work highlights

Advising Reales Development B.V. on a broad range of matters, including zoning, environmental impact assessments, and nitrogen issues, concerning the transition of a landmark site from fossil fuel use to renewable energy.