Van Doorne's full-service offering allows the criminal defence and investigations team full access to all the resources and expertise available in the firm’s robust litigation practice. The team frequently advises accounting firms, law firms, and other professional service providers. Jan Leliveld is a well-regarded defense lawyer who is recommended for cases concerning fraud, bribery, sanctions, and environmental law offences. Vanessa Liem specialises in internal investigations and business compliance with a cross-border element, while Neyah van der Aa is especially skilled at high-profile enforcement cases in the Netherlands. The team was strengthened by the addition of Loes Wilbrink, who brings in-house experience advising businesses on compliance and ethical matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Van Doorne works on a case with a highly skilled and committed team of lawyers. Their experience and skill ensures great confidence in difficult cases.’
  • ‘Neyah van der Aa is a "heavyweight" regulatory specialist. He has extensive knowledge of the AML framework, sanctions and supervision by DCB. He is very responsive and always "on the ball" when providing legal advice.’
  • ‘Neyah van der Aa, Vanessa Liem, and Jan Leliveld all standout as star practitioners.'
  • 'The team's solution-oriented mindset is truly commendable. They quickly identify the root cause of an issue, propose solutions and implement them effectively.'
  • 'The Van Doorne team maintains good contacts with the Public Prosecution Service, as a result of which they have already been able to reach several large settlements with the Public Prosecution Service on behalf of their clients.'
  • 'The team is in a good position to handle large, complex cases quickly and efficiently, as well as larger corporate investigations.'
  • 'Frederike Ahlers is a very committed and knowledgeable lawyer. She is easily accessible, responds quickly and is very knowledgeable. An incredibly fine team player.'
  • 'Rutger ten Ham is a very calm-headed lawyer with great legal knowledge. He finds a great balance between practical advice and the legal fundamentals in his advice.'

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jan Leliveld, Vanessa Liem, Neyah van der Aa

Other key lawyers

Rutger ten Ham, Frederike Ahlers, Loes Wilbrink, Ed van Liere