Kennedy Van der Laan
A 'large team with very broad and in-depth knowledge', Kennedy Van der Laan‘s practice is known for advising a diverse range of medical device companies and institutes, with a particular specialism in the oncology space. Practice co-head Fenna van Dijk is noted for her longstanding corporate expertise, advising numerous directors of healthcare institutions and branch organisations on collaborations and M&A, while Eline Lam is well versed in governance and collaboration mandates. IP specialist and co-head Maarten Schut is particularly adept at handling matters concerning trade secrets and publishing for academic hospitals and other not-for-profit institutions. Additionally, Schut regularly represents clients in negotiations and disputes concerning R&D and licensing. Anne ten Brummelhuis has vast knowledge of patient rights, tariff regulation, the Youth Act, and the Social Support Act, allowing her to handle a range of e-health and regulatory mandates.
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Testimonials
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‘They have a large team with very broad and in-depth knowledge. They also provide helpful knowhow to keep us up to date.’
‘In particular Anne ten Brummelhuis stands out from the crowd. She can provide on the spot and to the point advice and is very responsive.’
‘Eline Lam has a great sense of our organisation's needs and level of advice. Anne ten Brummelhuis is a reliable expert.’
‘Kennedy Van de Laan (Fenna van Dijk and Eline Lam) has helped us, having the great ability to thoroughly understand our questions and wishes, and translate regulations and legal aspects into daily practice within our organisation. Fenna van Dijk and Eline Lam are great individuals to work with. Very professional, flexible, and forward thinking.’
‘Fenna van Dijk is a great professional to work with. She has a lot of experience and knowledge, always thinks ahead and from our perspective as a client and has a great ability to connect. We can really trust her advice and she is very involved with us as clients.’
- ‘Eline Lam is a practical, straightforward and skilled professional, who is very involved, flexible and always gives us solid advice or work.’
‘Kennedy Van der Laan has the required specific knowledge of the healthcare sector in combination with IT; in our opinion, that is their unique selling point. Fenna van Dijk's team focuses on collaboration in healthcare and is involved in many respects with various stakeholders in the chain, such as (large) software parties, healthcare providers, but also relevant regulators.’
- ‘Fenna van Dijk has the necessary knowledge and experience. She is decisive, sharp in her advice and knows how to deliver a message. In addition, she is also able to understand risks and knows when to consult a fellow expert.’
Key clients
- Aidsfonds
- Arts en Zorg
- GezondheidsZorg Asielzoekers Nederland B.V.
- Certis
- Cytosen Therapeutics
- Desktop Genetics
- Ergomed
- Gadeta
- GGD Amsterdam
- GGD GHOR / LCCB
- GGZ inGeest
- Heliomare
- Huisartsenposten Rijnmond
- HVO-Querido
- Insight RX
- Intravacc
- IXA
- Landelijke Huisartsenvereniging
- Mentaal Beter
- Modify
- NHG
- Nutreco
- Odion
- Oncode Institute
- Oncode-PACT
- Reade
- Reinier Haga Medisch Diagnostisch Centrum
- Stichting Apotheek Haagse Ziekenhuizen
- Stichting Kinderoncologie Nederland
- Syngenta
- VECOZO
- VU Medical Centre
Work highlights
- Advised Oncode Institute on the renewal of the Affiliation Agreement with the 13 affiliated partner institutions and the renewal of the contribution agreement with its main funder, KWF Kankerbestrijding.
- Advised Intravacc on cross border R&D co-operations, license contracts and other contract negotiations with business partners around the world, including co-operations to develop a Covid-19 vaccine.
- Advised LHV, the national association for general practitioners, on a revision of the manner in which it was organised, including its governance, entailing among the merger with over 20 regional associations of GP’s, including the transfer of their activities to the national association, among other aspects.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Fenna van Dijk, Maarten Schut