Enterprise Chamber of the Amsterdam Court of Appeals
Wherever people collaborate, tensions can arise, and conflicts lurk. The corporate environment is no exception. Within companies and institutions, increasing and tightening regulations frequently lead to greater responsibilities and heightened risks of liability. Shareholders are becoming more critical of management and supervisory board members. Minority shareholders, in particular, are increasingly vocal about potential conflicts of interest. At the same time, supervisory board members are often inadequately informed by executive management, while directors face growing interference from shareholders or supervisory bodies. In short: corporate conflicts can emerge quickly and unexpectedly.
Our approach
Within our Corporate Litigation & Investigations practice, a team of experienced and specialised lawyers is dedicated to preventing, managing, and resolving all types of conflicts that may arise within companies and institutions. When necessary, we represent clients in litigation before the Enterprise Chamber of the Amsterdam Court of Appeals (Ondernemingskamer), particularly in (impending) disputes involving shareholders or partners, managing and supervisory directors, and(internal) supervisory bodies.
The Corporate Litigation & Investigations lawyers at Van Benthem & Keulen have deep expertise in corporate, legal entity, and business law. Our pragmatic approach is focused on achieving the most effective and sustainable outcome for our clients – swiftly and efficiently. Wherever possible, we resolve disputes through out-of-court settlements. Where necessary, we act in (emergency) court proceedings, including litigation before the Enterprise Chamber of the Amsterdam Court of Appeals (Ondernemingskamer), as well as in arbitration, binding advice, or mediation procedures.
What can you contact us for?
- Disputes involving or between shareholders
- Takeover and post-acquisition disputes
- Valuation disputes relating to shares or company assets
- Conflicts between or within corporate bodies and legal entities
- Proceedings before the Enterprise Chamber of the Amsterdam Court of Appeals (Ondernemingskamer)
- Buyout disputes involving minority or majority shareholders
- Liability claims against directors and supervisory board members
- Concerted liability and joint responsibility in corporate structures
- Disputes between business partners within a general or limited partnership
Who do we work for?
Our team represents corporate clients and financial institutions, as well as (semi-)non-profit organizations, including healthcare providers and educational institutions. We also advise and litigate on behalf of insolvency receivers and act for directors, supervisory board members, and internal supervisors in liability and governance-related matters.
