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Partner: Ayzo van Eysinga
Quick facts
Number of lawyers

293

Languages

Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish

Key practice areas
Banking
Capital markets
Financial and corporate
Financial services regulatory
Investment funds
M&A
Capital markets
Firm overview

Luxembourg has for long been at the forefront of the trends and evolutions relating to the financial markets and structured finance environment. It grew to become a well-established financial centre in Europe with worldwide recognition, known as one of the world’s safest and business friendly environment.

Our Luxembourg office consists of a highly experienced team of lawyers and tax specialists, top-level service, and its strong emphasis on customer care. Clients value the Luxembourg team’s responsiveness, in-depth knowledge of the financial markets and constant dedication to achieving their commercial objectives.

In Luxembourg, we cooperate with many US and UK international firms who do not have a footprint in Luxembourg. 

Client feedback

"Responsive, collegiate, pragmatic – we can rely on them to deal with our clients in a timely manner.”

"Proactive, supportive, solution-orientated and collaborative spirit.”

“Attention and protectiveness on solving issues, cooperation on finding solutions to different matters and looking for the best approach from different angles. The legal advice is always based on more than one centred/blocking option.”

Other offices

Amsterdam
Gustav Mahlerlaan 2970
1081 LA, Amsterdam
T: +31 88 253 5​0 00

Rotterdam

Wilhelminakade 1 (Maastoren)
3072 AP, Rotterdam
T: +31 88 253 5000
info@akd.eu

Eindhoven
Flight Forum 1
5657 DA, Eindhoven
T: +31 88 253 5000
info@akd.eu

Breda
Vlaszak 67
4811 GX, Breda
T: +31 88 253 5000
info@akd.eu

Brussel
5, Place du Champ de Mars
1050, Brussels
T: +32 2 629 42 11
T: +31 88 253 50 51
info@akd.eu 

Address:
40, Avenue Monterey
L-2163
Tel:+352 26 75 82 Email:Contact Us Web Address:https://akd.eu/offices/luxembourg
Rankings published in 2026
Banking
Notable
32 firms ranked
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Tier 1

A&O Shearman
11 practice areas
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Arendt & Medernach
10 practice areas
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Clifford Chance
10 practice areas
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Elvinger Hoss Prussen
11 practice areas
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Linklaters
9 practice areas
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Tier 2

BSP
7 practice areas
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DLA Piper Luxembourg
8 practice areas
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Loyens & Loeff
11 practice areas
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NautaDutilh
10 practice areas
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Tier 3

Baker McKenzie
8 practice areas
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Bonn & Schmitt
8 practice areas
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Dentons
10 practice areas
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Luther
9 practice areas
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Ogier
6 practice areas
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Stibbe
7 practice areas
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Tier 4

Brucher Thieltgen & Partners
8 practice areas
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CMS Luxembourg
7 practice areas
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Dupont Partners
4 practice areas
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GSK Stockmann
9 practice areas
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MOLITOR Avocats à la Cour
9 practice areas
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Norton Rose Fulbright
7 practice areas
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Vandenbulke
5 practice areas
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Notable

AKD
7 practice areas
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Ashurst Perkins Coie
3 practice areas
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Brouxel & Rabia
9 practice areas
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Kleyr Grasso
8 practice areas
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Linari Law Firm
7 practice areas
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Maples Group
4 practice areas
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Pinsent Masons
1 practice area
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Simmons & Simmons
5 practice areas
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Strelia
4 practice areas
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White & Case
6 practice areas
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Capital markets
Notable
18 firms ranked
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Tier 1

Arendt & Medernach
10 practice areas
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Clifford Chance
10 practice areas
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Elvinger Hoss Prussen
11 practice areas
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Linklaters
9 practice areas
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Tier 2

A&O Shearman
11 practice areas
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GSK Stockmann
9 practice areas
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Loyens & Loeff
11 practice areas
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Stibbe
7 practice areas
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Tier 3

BSP
7 practice areas
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DLA Piper Luxembourg
8 practice areas
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NautaDutilh
10 practice areas
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Norton Rose Fulbright
7 practice areas
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Notable

AKD
7 practice areas
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Charles Russell Speechlys
5 practice areas
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Kleyr Grasso
8 practice areas
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Linari Law Firm
7 practice areas
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Luther
9 practice areas
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Ogier
6 practice areas
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Financial services regulatory
Tier 3
16 firms ranked
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Tier 1

A&O Shearman
11 practice areas
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Arendt & Medernach
10 practice areas
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Clifford Chance
10 practice areas
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Tier 2

DLA Piper Luxembourg
8 practice areas
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Elvinger Hoss Prussen
11 practice areas
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Linklaters
9 practice areas
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Loyens & Loeff
11 practice areas
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Tier 3

AKD
7 practice areas
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Brucher Thieltgen & Partners
8 practice areas
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CMS Luxembourg
7 practice areas
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DSM Avocats à la Cour
4 practice areas
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GSK Stockmann
9 practice areas
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Simmons & Simmons
5 practice areas
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Notable

Baker McKenzie
8 practice areas
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Brouxel & Rabia
9 practice areas
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FBX Legal
1 practice area
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Investment funds
Tier 4
34 firms ranked
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Tier 1

A&O Shearman
11 practice areas
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Arendt & Medernach
10 practice areas
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Clifford Chance
10 practice areas
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Elvinger Hoss Prussen
11 practice areas
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Tier 2

Baker McKenzie
8 practice areas
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DLA Piper Luxembourg
8 practice areas
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Linklaters
9 practice areas
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Loyens & Loeff
11 practice areas
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Tier 3

Ashurst Perkins Coie
3 practice areas
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CMS Luxembourg
7 practice areas
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Dechert
5 practice areas
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Maples Group
4 practice areas
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Ogier
6 practice areas
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Tier 4

AKD
7 practice areas
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BSP
7 practice areas
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Bonn & Schmitt
8 practice areas
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Debevoise & Plimpton
2 practice areas
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Dentons
10 practice areas
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GSK Stockmann
9 practice areas
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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader
2 practice areas
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Linari Law Firm
7 practice areas
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Luther
9 practice areas
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NautaDutilh
10 practice areas
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PwC Legal
6 practice areas
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Simmons & Simmons
5 practice areas
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Stibbe
7 practice areas
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Van Campen Liem
2 practice areas
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White & Case
6 practice areas
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Notable

Brouxel & Rabia
9 practice areas
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Chevalier & Sciales
2 practice areas
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K&L Gates
2 practice areas
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Kleyr Grasso
8 practice areas
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Norton Rose Fulbright
7 practice areas
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Vandenbulke
5 practice areas
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M&A
Tier 4
34 firms ranked
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Tier 1

A&O Shearman
11 practice areas
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Arendt & Medernach
10 practice areas
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Clifford Chance
10 practice areas
View profile
Elvinger Hoss Prussen
11 practice areas
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Tier 2

Baker McKenzie
8 practice areas
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DLA Piper Luxembourg
8 practice areas
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Loyens & Loeff
11 practice areas
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Stibbe
7 practice areas
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Tier 3

BSP
7 practice areas
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Bonn & Schmitt
8 practice areas
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Linklaters
9 practice areas
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Luther
9 practice areas
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NautaDutilh
10 practice areas
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Ogier
6 practice areas
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Tier 4

AKD
7 practice areas
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CMS Luxembourg
7 practice areas
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Charles Russell Speechlys
5 practice areas
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DSM Avocats à la Cour
4 practice areas
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Dentons
10 practice areas
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GSK Stockmann
9 practice areas
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Kleyr Grasso
8 practice areas
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MOLITOR Avocats à la Cour
9 practice areas
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Simmons & Simmons
5 practice areas
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Strelia
4 practice areas
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Vandenbulke
5 practice areas
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Tier 5

Brouxel & Rabia
9 practice areas
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Brucher Thieltgen & Partners
8 practice areas
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Maples Group
4 practice areas
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Norton Rose Fulbright
7 practice areas
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Notable

Linari Law Firm
7 practice areas
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PwC Legal
6 practice areas
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RJ Gaito
4 practice areas
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TS&P
3 practice areas
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White & Case
6 practice areas
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AKD
Linked Reviews
Financial and corporate

AKD is a Netherlands-headquartered pan-Benelux firm with a significant presence in Luxembourg. AKD was established in 1903 and has grown to become a well-recognised legal practice across Europe. Outside The Netherlands and Luxembourg, it has offices in offices Belgium, Japan and Korea. The Luxembourg team comprises highly experienced lawyers who provide top-tier legal services, including highly regarded Jevgeniy (Jev) Nesch Jevgeniy, who heads the investment management practice, and notable practitioner Nicolas Bonora, a partner in the banking & finance practice.

Highlights

In financial services regulatory, the firm has particularly worked on regulatory matters for clients connected with the financial services sector. Significantly, the firm recently advised KKR on the acquisition of a portfolio of credit rights and real estate assets. In investment funds, the firm works on cross-border fund formation work. In M&A, the firm works on cross-border acquisitions and joint ventures for clients.

Key clients

KKR, Unzer, Baytex Energy, Pictet and RN3 Partners.

Testimonials

“The lawyers at AKD are proactive, communicative and have the soft skills necessary to handle difficult discussions with counterparties and their counsel.  AKD has experience across a broad range of clients, banks and opposing counsel and are able to provide insights on what current market practice is like.” - Banking 

“Very responsive and knowledgeable - user friendly.” - Investment funds 

“AKD was very efficient, fast and the advice was always to the point. Specialists from other practice groups (litigation) worked closely together with the financial services specialists.” - Investment funds 

“Very good value for money, experienced team, partner-lead, and business-oriented.” - Private equity 

“Professionalism and support in tough periods.” - Private equity 

“Arnaud is knowledgeable, communicative and has excellent soft skills.” – Arnaud Barchman Wuytiers van Vliet

“Jevgeniy is very knowledgeable and assist the clients efficiently in connection with the setup of a complex fund structure.” - Jevgeniy Nesch

“Client relationship.” – Jevgeniy Nesch

“Very responsive and user friendly. Concise advice - does not get lost in technical detail.” - Jevgeniy Nesch

“Top-notch corporate lawyer in Luxembourg, extremely knowledgeable, always available and always looking for the most efficient solutions.” – Nicolas Marchand

 

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Deal Highlights
28 results28 results
Deal Name Deal Date Firm Name Jurisdiction Deal Type Lawyer Names Client Names Client Role
AIMCO - M&A
2021-11-20
AKD
Luxembourg
M&A
Nicolas Marchand, Rutger Zaal
AIMCO
Seller
AIMCo and Canmoor - Financing
2021-03-20
AKD
Luxembourg
Financing
Basile Fémelat
AIMCo and Canmoor
Lender
Afflelou - M&A
2021-12-20
AKD
Luxembourg
M&A
Nicolas Marchand
Afflelou
Acquirer
AIMCo / Ridgeback - Financing
2021-06-01
AKD
Luxembourg
Financing
Basile Fémelat, Rutger Zaal
AIMCo / Ridgeback
Borrower
AIMCo / Quadrant - Real estate acquisition
2021-12-20
AKD
Luxembourg
Real estate acquisition
Basile Fémelat, Rutger Zaal
AIMCo / Quadrant
Borrower
AIMCo - Real estate acquisition
2022-01-20
AKD
Luxembourg
Real estate acquisition
Basile Fémelat, Rutger Zaal
AIMCo
Borrower
Pictet Group - Real estate acquisition
2021-04-20
AKD
Luxembourg
Real estate acquisition
Basile Fémelat, Nicolas Marchand
Pictet Group
Acquirer
KKR Credit Advisors (US) LLC - M&A
2022-02-24
AKD
Luxembourg
M&A
Basile Fémelat
KKR Credit Advisors (US) LLC
Seller
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  • IFLR1000
    Sponsored by AKD
    Amsterdam, 5 November 2024 - AKD announced today that experienced indirect tax specialist Maarten Prevoo has joined the firm as a partner in its Tax team. Prevoo is based in the firm’s Amsterdam office.
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    AKD has appointed three new partners and once new counsel. The newly appointed partners have demonstrated over the past few years to have made valuable contributions to the growth of our firm, having provided their clients with innovative and successful advise in their various fields of expertise.
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    AKD has strengthened the firm’s EU, Competition & Regulation practice with the addition of Koen Platteau. Koen is an all-round competition lawyer with over 30 years of experience. He brings a significant amount of experience in merger control matters, investigations, competition law litigation, compliance work and State aid. His practice spans a wide variety of sectors including agri-food and life sciences, distribution and technology.