The ‘capable, sharp and practical’ restructuring and insolvency group at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is renowned for its capabilities advising its roster of key clients, on the gamut of related matters. Its workload consists in large part of cases including large-scale and high-value company restructurings, distressed sales and acquisitions in multi-jurisdictional contexts. ’Solutions-oriented and versatile’ team lead Michael Broeders is particularly adept at handling high-profile mandates and has a particular strength in emergency financing litigation matters. Specialist in corporate disputes work Mijke Sinninghe Damsté bolstered the practice with her May 2023 arrival from Loyens & Loeff. ‘Excellent senior associate’ Tim Elkerbout sports expertise in transactional work.
Testimonials
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‘Very knowledgeable; practical; willing to adapt to the clients' wishes; and capable.’
‘Michael Broeders is a great team leader. Tim Elkerbout is an excellent senior associate who works independently, makes great judgement calls and is committed and fun to work with.’
Key clients
- Hes International
- HAL Investments B.V.
Work highlights
- Advised HAL Investments on the restructuring of Royal IHC and the acquisition by HAL Investments of Royal IHC’s subsidiary IQIP Holding through the Dutch Scheme.
- Advised the security agent and the guarantee providing lenders in the bankruptcy of Royal Imtech.