The restructuring and insolvency group at NautaDutilh is regarded as being formed of ‘leaders in the field’. The practice assists reputable clients in the array of complex matters, from high-value restructurings to wind-downs. Its work includes guiding its clients through the range of high-stakes distressed circumstances. Robert van Galen has a particular focus on cross-border issues therein, which are a key specialism of the team, whilst practitioner Barbara Rumora-Scheltema has impressive expertise in both litigious matters and non-contentious negotiations. Teun Struycken advises sponsors, lenders and borrowers in the array of cases. At the team’s helm is the ’technically excellent’ Marc Orval, while senior associate Saskia Heumakers is developing a focus on asset-based lending matters alongside cases involving various financing arrangements.

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'Knowledge of the industry, communication and negotiation skills, as well as good availability and a proactive approach.'
'Marc Orval, Teun Struyken, Jinne van Belle, Saskia Heumakers and Lenneke de Baar are easy to approach, good communicators and have supported us in negotiating good results. The short lines of communication sets them apart.'
'They have shown excellent knowledge of our industry and creativity to develop solutions in often complex situations.'
'We love to work with Teun Struycken.'
'The Nauta team are truly leaders in the field, and widely considered so. They have been involved in the leading cases, in particular recently with the new WHOA proceeding, and they take commercially sensible views on difficult issues.'
'They are a pleasure to work with, from senior partner to junior associate level, and they are all client facing and good presenters. I have been particularly impressed with the team's responsiveness, often on expedited timelines with complex issues.'
'Marc Orval is technically excellent and his views are considered and well-presented. Teun Streuyken is a statesman and has real gravitas - particularly important when guiding clients through challenging moments on a matter.'
'Saskia Heumakers is not only very smart but is also responsive, commercial and client facing.'

Key clients

ABN AMRO
BNP Paribas
Commerzbank
DBS Bank Ltd
Deloitte Accountants
Deutsche Bank
DTEK
Forever 21
HIG
ING
Liberty Mutual
Lightyear
McDermott International Inc.
Maersk Supply Services
Nordic Trustee
Odeon Cinemas Group Limited (AMC Entertainment)
Partners Group
Rabobank
Schoeller Allibert
Scotch & Soda
SGB-Smit Group
The Learning Network

Work highlights

Assisted a syndicate of banks in connection with the financing of Royal IHC, implemented through a Dutch Scheme of Arrangement.
Assisted the agent and lenders with a potential enforcement scenario in view of the upcoming maturity date of certain credit facilities regarding the SGB Smit group.
Assisted Bluestar Alliance with the acquisition of the Scotch & Soda brand and other assets out of bankruptcy, which allowed Scotch & Soda to continue in key markets and for many employees to retain their jobs.

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