Wijn & Stael Advocaten is mentioned several times in the recently published Chambers Europe 2024 guide. We are proud of the rankings of our Dispute Resolution (band 4) and Restructuring & Insolvency (band 2) practices and very grateful for the great feedback we received from our clients. See the overview of the entries and quotes from our clients below.

Willem Jan van Andel is mentioned as Senior Statespeople for his work in the section Restructuring & Insolvency.

Chambers feedback:
“Willem Jan Van Andel has notable experience advising clients on solvency issues. He also offers longstanding expertise acting as a bankruptcy administrator."

Remco Vermaire is mentioned for his work in the section:

• Restructuring/Insolvency: administration (Band 4)

Remco Vermaire often assists lenders and creditors with financial restructuring matters. He also has experience advising directors on liability issues.

Client feedback:
"Remco Vermaire is a solid adviser.”

Thijs van Zanten is mentioned for his work in the section:

• Dispute Resolution: Supreme Court Litigation (Band 2).

Thijs van Zanten represents clients before the Supreme Court, often acting for bondholders or insolvency administrators. He also advises clients on public law disputes.

Client feedback:
"Very pleasant person to work with, with keen insight and a good sparring partner.”

Noor Zetteler is mentioned for her work in the sections:

• Restructuring/Insolvency administration (Band 2)
• Restructuring/Insolvency (Band 4).

Noor Zetteler is often appointed as an insolvency trustee or member of the committee of representation. She also assists clients with directors' liability matters.

Client feedback:
“Noor Zetteler is very communicative. She knows when to push, pull or let things run their course.”
“Noor Zetteler has a clear understanding of financial issues. She is practical and effective and has good judgement.”

What Chambers says about our two practices

Restructuring & Insolvency
Wijn & Stael is an excellent firm known for its holistic offering representing both debtors and creditors, as well as its role as administrator in high-profile bankruptcy cases. Team members regularly act as court-appointed trustee on insolvency and bankruptcy cases, representing clients from the retail sector. It also assists with trustee negotiations and restructurings.

Client feedback:
"Wijn & Stael is practical and down to earth, and always search for a way forward."
“Wijn & Stael is able to handle complex cases appropriately.”

Dispute Resolution
Wijn & Stael handles a range of contentious matters, including acting for clients on commercial disputes. The law firm is also well regarded for assisting clients with insolvency proceedings. Team members have notable experience in Supreme Court mandates.

Client feedback:
“The team has shown an in-depth understanding of domestic Dutch law as well as the technicalities of process law.”
“The lawyer are fast, determined and responsive.”
“The lawyers have good alignment of purpose and means, as well as thorough analysis.”

The rankings of Wijn & Stael in the Chambers Europe Guide can be found here.