The ‘very dependable’ group at A&O Shearman harnesses capabilities assisting financially distressed clients in the array of restructuring matters of multi-billions of euros in value, often in complex and cross-jurisdictional contexts. Financial institutions, private equity investors and corporations feature in the team’s client roster. Sigrid Jansen whose workload includes handling corporate and multi-bank debt restructuring deals oversees the practice; it is noted that ’Jansen and the whole team stands out for excellence’. Aroen Kuitenbrouwer is well-equipped to assist with the team’s most prominent clients with large-scale restructurings, while Andrew Thomas has a particular specialism in cross-border matters, including those involving debt restructuring, leveraged finance, syndicated lending and acquisition finance aspects. Kelly Visser-van der Vooren left to Stek in July 2024.
Testimonials
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‘Dedicated, strong knowledge, experienced, flexible and very strong in execution.’
‘Their scope is very wide, they are active in most large restructurings in the Netherlands. The go-to place for larger complicated restructurings given their experience, background and understanding of the various viewpoints. Great gender diversity in the team.'
Key clients
- IHC Merwede Holding B.V
- Vroon Group B.V. and Lamo Holding B.V.
Work highlights
- Acting for IHC Merwede Holding in relation to the restructuring of their €1.1bn syndicated facilities agreement, which is partially ECA backed, which has been provided by a syndicate of 9 banks.
- Advises Vroon Group B.V. and Lamo Holding B.V. on the corporate and financial restructuring of the Vroon Group.