Merel van Asch
Loyens & LoeffThe group at Loyens & Loeff has established capabilities handling the remit of contentious insurance matters and is well-regarded by clients for its ‘very strong performance in litigation’. Practice overseer Merel van Asch is experienced representing clients in litigation ranging from coverage disputes, to cases regarding the duty of care of intermediaries, in addition to her experience handling high-value arbitration cases. Duty of care claims are an area of focus of Rens Markus, and Rutger Noordermeer is considered a ’sharp lawyer’. Kitty Lieverse departed the team in January 2024.
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‘The team has lots of in-depth knowledge and knows its matter inside and out. Without getting lost in all the details, they are able to put light on crucial details.'
'A strong team with a very strong performance in litigation.’
‘Rutger Noordermeer and Merel van Asch are both very knowledgeable and easy to access individuals. They have in-depth knowledge and make sure that where one is out of the office, the other can take over seamlessly. Both are easy-going and clear in their presentations and explanations.’
‘Merel van Asch and Rutger Noordermeer work together on files. They are both very knowledgeable and know the files from A to Z. In addition, they are client relationship-oriented so you always feel valued as a customer.’
‘Merel van Asch and Rutger Noordermeer are both sharp lawyers. They really know the files they work on, and they are fun to work with. They both have great knowledge of insurance law and general liability law. Both are good litigators.'
'Merel has a way of presenting our cases in a pleasant but very ingenious way.’
‘Rutger and Merel are available when needed and provide to-the-point advice. They are proactive and get the job done by working with us very closely.’
‘Highly qualified in the area of insurance coverage under Dutch law.'
Key clients
- Aon
- DAC Beachcroft
- Arriva
- Perkins Coie LLP
- VVE ‘t Loon
- Burns Bowen Bair
- One Underwriting
- Baker Tilly N.V.
- YCH Holding Cooperatief U.A.
- Covington & Burling
- Achmea
- Aegon N.V.
- BNP Paribas Cardif
- AXA
Work highlights
- Representing a large insurance carrier in the coverage dispute with the client and insurers in the insurance tower regarding Philips’ billion-dollar damages in connection with its CPAP machines.
- Representing a financial institution as policyholder in arbitration proceedings regarding a €250m coverage claim under professional liability insurance.
- Litigating on behalf of and advising Aon on an ongoing basis in various matters in relation of the duty of care of Aon and related topics.
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Merel van Asch