Rutgers & Posch‘s restructuring and insolvency group is headed up by ’one of the top lawyers in the insolvency sector’ Loek Kerstens, who specialises in dispute resolution-related work in particular and has experience handling complex domestic and international restructuring matters also. The team is experienced assisting with bankruptcy proceeding issues at Court of Appeal level, and its workload frequently involves cases of significant value. Senior associate Gief de Gruijter supports Kerstens.
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Testimonials
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‘I am thrilled to provide a glowing testimonial for the restructuring and insolvency practice at Rutger and Posch, with a special commendation for Loek Kerstens. This team's exceptional qualities truly set them apart in the legal field.'
‘Loek Kerstens has shown to be an outstanding legal professional in every aspect. Loek's exceptional qualities set him apart from his competitors, and his contributions have been invaluable to our collaborative efforts.'
‘A partner-driven boutique with accessible partners.’
‘Loek Kerstens is one of the top lawyers in the insolvency sector. Calm but sharp both intellectually and in his legal concepts. Excellent tonality with clients as well as with his staff.'
‘They find the balance in doing what is required in the best interests of the client.’
‘The team is knowledgeable and always takes a pragmatic approach. Simple matters are handled with a straightforward approach, which allows them to act fast and keep costs manageable.’
‘Loek Kerstens and Gief de Gruijter are both really appreciated. They are skilled lawyers, pragmatic and clear in their communication.’
‘I highly recommend the Rutgers and Posch team. In my particular case the team readily embraced the legal difficulties or complexities which arose from dealing with the different jurisdictions.'
Key clients
- Equiom
- Selten
- Corvallis Navigation Panama
- Bovemij (Care4Lease)
- Banca Intesa Sanpaolo
- Rabo Investments
- Clean Holding B.V.
- Bunq B.V.
- Subo International B.V.
- Bright Bidco (Lumileds)
Work highlights
- Acting for an investor in bankruptcy proceedings against Lightyear up to the Court of Appeal, we have now been engaged by the bankruptcy trustee to initiate enquiry proceedings with the Dutch Enterprise Chamber.
- Advising Rabo Investments and PE firm Opportunity Partners in the bankruptcy of a Dutch e-bike leasing company.
- Completed an international financial restructuring, reducing the clients' debt by approximately $1.4bn.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Loek Kerstens