The group at Dirkzwager legal & tax ‘know all there is to know about insurance’ according to clients. The cohort’s work includes representing insurers in civil fraud disputes, advising in D&O matters involving bankruptcies, and in matters where insurance claims fail as a result of administrative errors. Joost Bindels, experienced litigator Tom van Malssen and René Wildenburg co-head the team alongside Henriek Kragt. Departures include Bindels’ former co-lead Harry Kruitwagen, in April 2024, and Daan Baas and Wim Weterings, who both departed in December 2023.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘They know all there is to know about insurance.’
‘Elline Diedering-Kuus is very pragmatic and sharp.’
‘Joost Bindels is a very creative lawyer - a strong verbal communicator and very straightforward.’
‘Tom van Malssen provides an excellent, considered service and sound advice.’
‘This team has a high level of knowledge both in advice and litigation; a unique combination of scientific knowledge and practical application, and is well able and willing to delve into the client's business model and interests.’
‘I have built a long-standing relationship with Joost Bindels in which trust and partnership are paramount. He has broad and deep knowledge of insurance and liability law and procedural law. He has a genuine interest in the client.’
‘Good synergy in the team, consisting of complementing legal and practical skills, and characters. Outstanding legal knowledge.'
‘Joost Bindels is a fast thinker and provides excellent legal advice. In a short period of time he will get to the core of the matter and act accordingly. His overview of the Dutch insurance world and its actors is a great asset. He explains well and has a very pleasant demeanour.'
Key clients
- Allianz Commercial
- Amlin Insurance SE (MS Amlin)
- Liberty Mutual Insurance Europe SE
- Allianz Benelux N.V.
- Royal Sun Alliance
- AIG Europe SA
- Achmea Schadeverzekeringen
- Zurich Insurance plc
- HDI Gerling
- QBE Insurance (Europe) ltd
- DUPI
- Marsh
- Willis
- Aon
- Bovemij
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Joost Bindels, Tom van Malssen, René Wildenburg, Henriek Kragt