M&A Lawyer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
As a specialized corporate and M&A lawyer based in Amsterdam, I have extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, and venture capital transactions, both in the Netherlands and internationally. I assist both foreign and Dutch companies looking for an experienced M&A lawyer in the Netherlands to handle their acquisitions, investments, or exits.
Dutch M&A and Corporate Law Expertise
Over the years, I have advised entrepreneurs, investors, and companies in sectors such as technology, media, telecom (TMT), energy, healthcare, and financial services. As an Amsterdam-based M&A lawyer, I regularly represent international clients investing or acquiring companies in the Netherlands.
Full-Service Legal Support in Mergers & Acquisitions
I assist clients in a wide variety of transactions, including company acquisitions and mergers, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, tender processes, private placements, public bids, capital market transactions, and financing rounds. Whether you are buying or selling a Dutch company, raising capital, or structuring a joint venture, we provide end-to-end M&A support — from due diligence to signing and completion.
Experienced M&A and Corporate Law Counsel
With a strong background in Dutch and cross-border M&A, I provide practical and strategic legal advice throughout every phase of a transaction — from the initial negotiations to signing and completion. My goal is to ensure that every decision you make is based on clear, actionable legal and commercial insights.
I advise and represent SMEs, investors, family offices, banks, and listed companies in both domestic and international transactions. Depending on the complexity of the matter, I work closely with trusted financial, tax, and corporate finance experts, ensuring that you have access to a complete team of professionals when needed.
Trusted by Entrepreneurs, Investors, and Family Offices
I advise and represent SMEs, investors, family offices, banks, and listed companies in both domestic and international transactions. Many clients choose to work with me because of my deep understanding of Dutch company law, governance, and investment regulations.
Examples of recent M&A transactions
As M&A lawyer in Amsterdam, I have advised on a wide range of Dutch and cross-border transactions, including:
- Bonusan on the partnership with bd-capital (Dealmaker.nl)
- The management of Julius Clinical Research on sale to Ampersand Capital Partners (Dealmaker.nl)
- Daro Holding with acquisition Dutch subsidiaries of German Lethe Group (Dealmaker.nl)
- Amadeus with acquisition of WCC’s HERMES (Dealmaker.nl)
- Ergon Jobs shareholders on sale to TRIXXO Group (Dealmaker.nl)
- EuroBob with acquisition of Rent a Bob en E-Drivers Privechaffeurs (Dealmaker.nl)
- Stayokay Foundation on purchase Blue Collar Hotel (Dealmaker.nl)
- mCube on the acquisition of Xsense (Dealmaker.nl)
- Harbor BioMed on the acquisition of Harbor Antibodies (Dealmaker.nl)
- The Management and personnel on the acquisition of Panteia B.V. by Stichting Panteia (Dealmaker.nl)
- MC Group on the acquisition of Slotervaart(Dealmaker.nl).
In addition, I have experience advising companies and investors in the energy, healthcare, and technology sectors on both private and public transactions, as well as corporate governance and post-acquisition structuring.
Corporate Governance and Post-Transaction Advice
My work does not end once a transaction is completed. I regularly advise clients on corporate governance, company structure, and commercial contracts following mergers or acquisitions. This ensures that your organisation remains compliant, efficient, and strategically aligned with your growth objectives. After closing, I help clients implement efficient corporate governance structures, shareholder arrangements, and compliance frameworks under Dutch law. This makes me not only experienced M&A lawyer in Amsterdam, but also trusted long-term advisors for your Dutch operations.
Need help with a merger or acquisition?
If you are planning to merge with another company or acquire a business in the Netherlands, I can guide you through every step of the process, from early-stage strategy to completion.
Before starting, you will always receive a realistic cost overview within 24 hours, so you know exactly where you stand. With clear communication, strategic focus, and attention to detail, I ensure that your transaction runs smoothly and efficiently from start to finish. Contact me at dirk.dewaard@viottalaw.com.
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