A&O Shearman

International law firm A&O Shearman has a strong presence in the Dutch commercial litigation market, representing clients in both international and domestic corporate and commercial disputes. Typical corporate litigation for the department includes public takeover bids, shareholder disputes, post-M&A cases, and directors and professional liability litigation. The team also handles a number of financial disputes, often acting on behalf of banks in contentious regulatory matters and enforcement cases. Practice head Richard de Haan excels in corporate litigation, while Hilde van der Baan is a go-to for commercial litigation and arbitration matters. Arnold Croiset van Uchelen boasts a wealth of experience in contentious matters; Marieke Schaink is noted for her expertise in M&A disputes; and Tim Sweerts is a go-to for class action and mass litigation claims. Simon Aarts was promoted to counsel in May 2024 and focuses on litigation within the financial sector. Brechje van der Velden left the practice in February 2024.