The Rotterdam-based restructuring and insolvency group at Windt Le Grand Leeuwenburgh ably assists its clients through the processes surrounding liquidation and insolvency and is well regarded for its ‘customer-first mentality’. The team also advises clients in recovery from or prevention of such issues. The group is led by specialist in financial mismanagement of companies Richard le Grand, who is described as ’a savvy litigator with good tactical thinking’.
Testimonials
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‘The team provided an experienced litigation lawyer to us to help us determine a strong strategy.'
‘Ruben Leeuwenburgh is an experienced litigation lawyer who assisted us determining a strategy without unnecessarily complicating matters.'
‘Windt are reponsive, calm under pressure and know the Dutch insolvency process well.’
‘Richard le Grand is a savvy litigator with good tactical thinking. Ruben Leewenburgh is very good to work with and has a busy practice but always finds time to speak. He is calm and measured during difficult times. Mark Mouthaan is thorough and across the details.'
‘A customer-first mentality. Richard Le Grand is very capable of quickly understanding the matter and asks all the right questions.’
‘Richard Le Grand is responsive and really understands the matter at hand. He is able to act as if he is part of our company - knowing our interests and acting on them. Richard has the ability to relativize with us to ensure we make the correct decisions.’
‘A hands-on approach combined with in-depth knowledge. They are effective and efficient.'
‘Ruben Leeuwenburgh is one of the top in his field - approachable and creative.’
Key clients
- Steinhoff Recovery Foundation
- Quality Plants Europe B.V.
- IHC
- International Metal Trading B.V. (“IMT”)
- Allegion
- SDBGroup
Work highlights
- Advised Marcel Windt, appointed as Chairman of the Steinhoff Recovery Foundation, in relation to the global settlement for the €7bn insolvency of Steinhoff International.
- Appointed as liquidator in the €200m insolvency of Dutch shipbuilder IHC.
- Assisted SDB Group with its purchase of a distressed medium-sized software company on the verge of insolvency.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Richard le Grand