Banking & Finance, band 4
Strenghts provided by Chambers:
- “Lexence has good knowledge of the market and is adept at providing ad-hoc advice. Thanks to the team’s advice, we have achieved a large part of our goals.”
- “Lexence always has the clients’ best interests at heart from a legal perspective but always with an eye on getting the deal done.”
- “Lexence demonstrates solid legal expertise and a clear understanding of complex issues. It provides well-reasoned, strategic advice and handles challenging matters with efficiency and precision.”
- “They have a meticulous approach to any case presented to them, acting with dedication and perseverance.”
- “What truly sets Lexence apart is its ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice.”
Notable Practitioner:
Charles Destrée represents borrowers and lenders in domestic and cross-border transactions. He has extensive experience advising clients on securitisation structures, refinancing and acquisition financing. He is admitted to the Bar in the Netherlands as well as England and Wales.
- “Charles Destrée is responsive, constructive and always focused on reaching a workable solution. He is a true partner in navigating corporate legal matters.”
- “His expertise, integrity and commitment to client success set him apart in the field.”
- “Charles Destrée is a trusted and thoughtful adviser. He combines legal expertise with a calm, strategic mindset that brings clarity in high-stakes discussions.”
- “Charles Destrée is a seasoned partner with a lot of experience.”
- “He is a skilled and communicative adviser.”
Corporate/M&A, band 2
Strenghts provided by Chambers:
- “Complex and sophisticated matters are what this team is made for.”
- “The team at Lexence delivers consistently high service levels, marked by exceptional responsiveness, practical guidance and a deep commitment to getting deals done efficiently.”
- “Lexence offers very sharp and thoughtful advice. The team often thinks outside of the box and comes up with creative ideas.”
- “Lexence brings a strong client focus, creativity and sharpness, in addition to high-quality legal work.”
- “Lexence shows a high level of commitment to the client and a good understanding of the nature of the client’s business. The team finds a way of getting the work done and delivering what is needed.”
Notable Practitioner:
Diederick de Boer handles a range of mandates on behalf of corporates and shareholders, as well as private equity firms. With strength in sectors such as technology and manufacturing, his practice covers acquisitions, sales and investments.
- “Diederick de Boer has a lot of experience and is very practical in finding solutions and resolving issues.”
- “Diederick de Boer has excellent market awareness and is very responsive.”
- “Diederick de Boer is one of my preferred lawyers.”
- “Diederick de Boer is a very strong lawyer, especially when matters get complex and creativity is needed.”
Joost Kolkman attracts mandates from both private equity firms and corporates for his expertise handling acquisitions, investments and LBOs in the Netherlands and abroad.
- “Joost Kolkman is a reliable, available and dedicated partner who thinks outside the box when needed and takes the time to look into the details.”
- “Joost Kolkman has a great understanding of the business and the needs of his clients.”
- “Working with Joost Kolkman was one of the best experiences. In terms of rigour, responsiveness, depth and the way he approaches every engagement, he is excellent.”
Employment, band 3
Strenghts provided by Chambers:
- “Due to the complexity of the case, I appreciated Lexence’s strategic thinking and decisive approach throughout the matter.”
- “Lexence offers a pleasant combination of accessibility, expertise and pragmatism.”
- “Lexence has a lot of expertise and really delivers custom work.”
- “The team truly makes the effort to understand us as a client, and the reality of our business, allowing it to give advice that fits seamlessly with our commercial goals. The advice is practical, to the point and always grounded in how things actually work in our day-to-day business.”
- “The team at Lexence is strategic, very commercial and pragmatic, and we appreciate its deep knowledge and network. The lawyers are incredibly responsive, available, approachable and fully dedicated to the client.”
Notable Practitioner:
Frank ter Huurne offers a varied employment practice, advising on matters such as dismissals, misconduct investigations and workforce restructurings, in addition to employment-related litigations.
- “Frank ter Huurne has a very high level of knowledge. He is always available, has an extremely high customer focus and goes the extra mile.”
- “Frank ter Huurne is an exceptionally sharp, strategic lawyer in labour law. He listens to what we need and tries to find the right legal approach.”
- “Frank is a super smart and business-savvy lawyer who you can trust to fight hard and deliver.”
Esther van der Meulen maintains a broad employment practice, handling both regulatory and litigious matters. She ably advises clients on restructurings, discrimination allegations and collective labour law.
- “Esther van der Meulen is a good professional and an excellent adviser.”
- “Esther van der Meulen combines deep legal expertise with an extensive network and a sharp business perspective. She has a rare ability to distil complex legal matters into clear, actionable guidance, allowing us to move forward quickly and confidently.”
- “Esther operates with both precision and vision, offering guidance that is not only legally sound but also perfectly aligned with our business reality.”
Judith Schulp advises clients on a wide array of employment law matters, including issues arising from restructuring, collective labour agreements and executive dismissals.
- “Judith Schulp is really technical and very strong commercially. I think very highly of her.”
- “Judith Schulp is an excellent employment lawyer who is very hands-on, creative and convincing in court.”
Litigation, band 4
Strenghts provided by Chambers:
- “They demonstrate a strong ability to handle complex matters by forming multi-disciplinary teams with deep expertise, sharp litigators and a practical, solution-oriented mindset.”
- “They always make me feel seen and heard, like I am their first and only priority.”
- “Lexence’s strengths are its knowledge, flexibility, dedication and personal approach. I was impressed by the team’s ability to act on and analyse unexpected complications.”
- “Lexence’s lawyers are incredibly collaborative, creative, proactive and fully knowledgeable of the Dutch court rules and processes.”
- “The team is very knowledgeable yet practical. It is also always available, thinks quickly and offers very clear strategies.”
Notable Practitioners:
Bram Thomas Craemer has a strong focus on advising clients on contractual disputes, as well as preliminary relief proceedings.
- “He embodies the kind of talent the industry should be looking to elevate.”
- “Bram is one of the best in complex litigation cases.”
- “Bram Thomas has been highly strategic and very sharp. He has played our case like a game of chess.”
- “Bram Thomas Craemer is just very sharp and has a lot of knowledge. He is also very strategic.”
- “Bram truly stands out. He combines natural charm with the skills of a brilliant advocate, and has the right passion to win cases and deliver well-judged, strategic advice.”
Timo Jansen often assists clients with injunctive relief proceedings, post-M&A disputes, shareholder litigation and investigations into allegations of mismanagement.
- “His patience for understanding complex matters and legal nuances combined with a personal dedication and belief in his client makes for a confidant that tirelessly proves himself.”
- “Timo Jansen conveys an air of authority, has a high level of competence and demonstrates a very friendly approach.”
- “His ability to analyse business value, communication and negotiations is very impressive and of great value to our company.”
- “Timo Jansen is an astute lawyer with in-depth knowledge of company law.”
- “Timo Jansen is an excellent litigator who is highly experienced and fun to work with.”
Willem Smelt regularly advises clients on a wide range of contentious corporate matters, ranging from post-M&A disputes and contract terminations to corporate governance issues and shareholder litigation.
- “Willem Smelt is a highly impressive litigator.”
- “Willem Smelt is an excellent litigator who is very eager, highly responsive and understands what clients want. I can certainly recommend him.”
- “He makes complex contractual issues look easy and gives clear strategy to win cases.”
- “Willem Smelt is a very pragmatic and practical lawyer.”
- “Willem Smelt is a very good lawyer and adviser who understands the complexity and dynamics very well.”
Public Law: Planning and Environment, band 4
Strenghts provided by Chambers:
- “They are knowledgeable, know the field well and are commercially effective.”
- “The team is able to swiftly adapt to ever-changing circumstances.”
- “The team’s high level of specific legal and sector knowledge ensures advice that is precise and effective.”
- “They are very knowledgeable and can explain things well.”
- “Lexence has a very skilled and experienced team that is well equipped to manage complex matters.”
Notable Practitioner:
Michael Klijnstra is frequently sought out by investment firms and real estate developers to assist with contentious permitting mandates and zoning disputes. He is also adept at handling advisory matters and often provides counsel to clients on the consequences of legislative changes.
- “Michael stands out for his deep involvement and exceptional expertise in our field, always providing clear, solution-oriented advice and honouring agreements reliably.”
- “Michael Klijnstra is a smart individual who is commercially sharp and has really built a good practice.”
- “Michael has earned his strong reputation in the field of planning and environment law and is a pleasant person to work with.”
- “Michael Klijnstra has tremendous experience, and is down to earth and incredibly knowledgeable. If I had to recommend anyone in my network, it would be Michael!”
- “Michael is always very good at conveying the most important lessons very well and in an understandable manner.”
Real Estate, band 4
Strenghts provided by Chambers:
- “It feels like we are Lexence’s most important client on every occasion.”
- “Lexence’s strengths are its speed, accuracy, pragmatism and persuasiveness.”
- “The team members complement each other well and see exactly where they need to engage each other to achieve complete support for our business.”
- “The team is very experienced in the matters it handles for us.”
- “When I need the lawyers, they are available. We are pleased with the work they deliver.”
Notable Practitioner:
Arief van Rhee assists clients with the acquisition and sale of real estate assets, particularly portfolios of residential properties. His practice also covers investments in hospitality, healthcare and commercial buildings.
- “Arief van Rhee is always on standby to help with practical advice.”
- “Arief van Rhee is a committed notary who knows the situation and thinks along with his clients when matters arise.”
- “Arief van Rhee has a lot of experience and weight within the market. He understands the space in which we operate.”
- “Arief van Rhee is a pleasure to work with and a highly recommended notary. He is proactive and very knowledgeable in his field.”
