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Van Doorne

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As part of the firm’s dispute resolution practice, Van Doorne's ‘very knowledgeable team’ handles contentious D&O and product liability claims, is active on the W&I and financial lines fronts and is experiencing growth with its cyber claims practice. In addition, the team takes on disputes between insurers and brokers and assists insurers with the drafting of key policy terms. Annemieke Hendrikse heads the practice, specialising in D&O liability matters and is frequently mandated to act as monitoring counsel by insurers, who also consult her on policy conditions. Wieke van Eekhout represents insurers and insureds in cross-border civil liabilities disputes, acting for the former on coverage matters, while Saloua Tanouyat focuses on D&O and financial lines litigation. Willeke van Spanje left the firm in May 2023, having been appointed as a district court judge.

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  • 'Annemieke Hendrikse is a very smart, friendly, experienced and sharp lawyer, who has an efficient network and the right set of human skills to get things done.'

  • 'The team has a broad variety of expertise and is excellent in determining strategies.'

  • 'A very knowledgeable team that provides expert legal advice in the field of insurance law.'

  • 'Annemieke Hendrikse is a highly skilled lawyer in the field of insurance law and management liability.'

  • 'What makes Van Doorne's practice unique is the knowledge, the communication skills and the practical and efficient way they approach complicated matters.'

  • 'They are among the finest insurance practices on the market.'

  • 'Van Doorne has been a major player in the field of insurance technical issues for many years. Van Doorne is a pleasure to work with.'

  • 'Clear communication and availability.'

Key clients

  • AGCS
  • AIG
  • Aon
  • AXA XL
  • Chubb
  • HDI Global
  • HDI Specialty
  • Nationale Nederlanden
  • One Underwriting
  • Transact Risk Partners LLP
  • Zurich
  • Tony Chocolonely

Lawyers

Leading individuals

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Annemieke Hendrikse

Other key lawyers

Wieke van Eekhout, Saloua Tanouyat