Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Amsterdam
De Brauw has been a trusted legal partner for over 150 years, combining deep Dutch roots with a global perspective to deliver high-end legal advice. Our expertise spans corporate transactions, disputes, and regulatory enforcement, supported by a collaborative team of recognized leaders in their fields. We maintain long-standing client relationships built on trust, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.Our international network through Best Friends firms and partnerships ensures tailored, integrated legal solutions worldwide. We prioritize diversity, sustainability, and pro bono work, reflecting our responsibility to society and the rule of law.
Services
Arbitration
Corporate Transactions
Regulatory Enforcement
Dispute Resolution
Mass Claims
Highlights and features
- We offer 150 years of expertise in complex legal matters.
- Our global network ensures seamless international legal solutions.
- Clients trust us for our proven track record in high-stakes cases.
- We prioritize sustainability, earning the EcoVadis Gold Medal.
- Our pro bono work reflects our commitment to societal impact.
Associations and certifications
- EcoVadis
What people say
Proven track record
Global reach
Expertise in arbitration
Client-focused approach
Sustainability commitment
Services
Arbitration
We specialize in resolving complex international disputes through arbitration, leveraging decades of expertise in high-stakes cases. Our team represents clients in commercial, investment, and cross-border arbitrations globally. With a focus on strategic outcomes, we combine legal rigor with practical business insights to protect client interests.
Corporate Transactions
Our corporate transactions practice advises on mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures across industries. We provide end-to-end support for cross-border deals, regulatory compliance, and shareholder agreements. Clients benefit from our deep market knowledge and ability to navigate complex legal frameworks in dynamic business environments.
Regulatory Enforcement
We guide clients through evolving regulatory landscapes, focusing on antitrust, data protection, and financial services compliance. Our proactive approach helps mitigate enforcement risks while ensuring adherence to EU and international standards. We represent clients in investigations and negotiations with regulatory authorities worldwide.
Mass Claims
We handle large-scale claims under the Netherlands' WAMCA framework, covering data breaches, consumer rights, and environmental disputes. Our team manages complex class actions with precision, balancing legal strategy and client communication. We provide tailored solutions for both claimants and defendants in collective redress matters.
Pro Bono
Our pro bono practice addresses human rights, environmental justice, and social equity cases. We collaborate with NGOs and international bodies to amplify marginalized voices in legal proceedings. This commitment reflects our belief in law as a force for societal progress and ethical responsibility.
People
Angela van Breda
Counsel
Angela van Breda specializes in international arbitration and dispute resolution. With over 15 years of experience, she represents clients in complex commercial and investment disputes. Her expertise spans energy, infrastructure, and cross-border litigation, combining strategic advocacy with deep legal analysis.
Frank Ptgens
Partner
Frank Ptgens leads the firm's corporate transactions practice. He advises multinational corporations on mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, with a focus on the technology and life sciences sectors. His client-centric approach ensures solutions aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Lennard Keijzer
Partner
Lennard Keijzer specializes in regulatory enforcement and compliance. He assists clients in navigating EU competition law and antitrust investigations. His work includes representing companies in cartel cases and merger control proceedings, emphasizing risk mitigation and strategic compliance frameworks.
Questions
What areas of law does De Brauw specialize in?
We focus on arbitration, corporate transactions, regulatory enforcement, mass claims, and pro bono work, with expertise in cross-border and EU law.
How long has De Brauw been in operation?
De Brauw has provided legal services for over 150 years, established in 1875 as a leading Dutch law firm.
Does De Brauw have international capabilities?
Yes, we operate globally through offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Shanghai, and Singapore, supported by our Best Friends network.
What sustainability initiatives does De Brauw lead?
We hold the EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability and integrate ESG principles into legal advice and internal practices.
