At the helm of CMS‘ restructuring and insolvency team are banking and finance specialist and court-appointed bankruptcy trustee Marc van Zanten, and Marcel Groenewegen who is a court-appointed administrator in suspension of payments matters, a silent trustee in pre-pack scenarios and a trustee in bankruptcy proceedings with particular expertise in cross-border matters. The group is well-regarded for its ’unwavering commitment to getting the job done’. Van Zanten and Groenewege are supported by specialist practitioner Marlous de Groot, who has a particular specialism advising banks, creditors, as well as factoring and lease companies on the array of insolvency work.
Testimonials
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‘CMS are a pleasure to work with. The team has an unwavering commitment to getting the job done. Besides their outstanding market knowledge, legal expertise and creativity, they were a real support in difficult times. Their ability to act with confidence was powered by their ideas and honest advice - advice that was attuned to the context and made a real difference to the overall outcome.'
- 'In summary, CMS' strengths lie not only in their deep legal expertise but also in their dedication to understanding their clients' specific needs. Potential clients can trust CMS to provide unparalleled legal solutions and truly care about their success.’
‘The CMS team members and partners are sincerely involved in the deal. They are always available, but above all proactively present. Without taking over the wheel, they smoothly steer the process in the right direction. This ability comes from being truly present as people.’
‘Good quality, responsive, and a pleasure to work with - they perform well and have a good attitude in court.’
‘Marlous de Groot is very good.’
‘A hands-on team.’
‘Marlous de Groot and Marc van Zanten are noteworthy practitioners.’
‘The partner we worked with had broad experience and excellent knowledge. He was not only technically strong, but he had also a good feeling for relations and what potential harm could be done when putting certain actions in place.’
Key clients
- Bosman Gezondheidszorg Groep B.V.
- J.M. Levarht & Zonen B.V.
- Taste Productions B.V.
- Invesco
- Official receivers of the Thomas Cook Group (in bankruptcy)
- MC Slotervaart
Work highlights
- Acted as trustee in the bankruptcy of J.M. Levarht & Zonen B.V.
- Appointed as trustee in the bankruptcy of Swets & Zeitlinger Group and its 30 domestic and foreign subsidiaries.
- Advised on the restructuring of the Dokter Bosman group.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Marc van Zanten, Marcel Groenewegen