Hall Of Fame

Leading firms in Dutch Caribbean

HBN Law & Tax

The full-service law firm HBN Law & Tax is vastly knowledgeable of administrative law, for which Marcha Woudstra is a key contact. Jan Pas is experienced in M&A, PPP projects, and transactional disputes, while Wendell Meriaan is a tax expert. Jeroen Eichhorn has a strong track record in international disputes, Stan Putter often acts for financial institutions, while other key members of the practice include Stan van Liere, Lucas Drissen, and Eric de Vries.

Praxisleiter:

Jan Pas; Marcha Woudstra; Wendell Meriaan


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Jeroen Eichhorn; Stan Putter; Stan van Liere; Lucas Drissen; Eric de Vries.


Kernmandanten

2Bays Curaçao


Pen Resort B.V


Alegria Real Estate N.V


Gran Canari Development Company B.V


United International Holdings B.V


Telem group of companies


Curaçao Medical Centre


Blyce


Bonaire Petroleum Corporation N.V


United Caribbean Airlines B.V


JetAir Caribbean B.V


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented 2Bays Curaçao on its dispute with its former operator Petróleos de Venezuela S.A.
  • Advised Pen Resort B.V on the development of Pyrmont Hotel and Marriott Beach Resort, an all-inclusive resort in Curaçao comprising 333 rooms.
  • Assisted Bonaire Petroleum Corporation N.V. (“BOPEC”) with its bankruptcy in 2021, with Stan van Liere being appointed as bankruptcy receiver.

OX&WOLF Legal partners

OX&WOLF Legal partners’ broad expertise encompasses asset recovery, employment, intellectual property, and real estate matters. Sabine Altena is noted for her strength in banking and finance, regulatory law, and investment management, while Carine Jänsch is skilled at intellectual property matters. Mayesi Hammoud is often engaged in corporate governance, Willemieke Princée handles cross-border litigation, and Sueena Francisco is knowledgeable of energy law. Other key members of the practice include Michiel van den Brink, who is informed in real estate and corporate litigation.

Praxisleiter:

Willemieke Princée; Mayesi Hammoud; Michiel van den Brink; Sueena Francisco; Sabine Altena; Carine Jänsch; Karina Keizer


Referenzen

‘What sets this practice apart is the combination of deep legal expertise, a pragmatic approach to complex matters, and an exceptionally responsive and accessible working style.‘

‚Our collaboration with Mayesi Hammoud is defined by a strong sense of trust, transparent communication, and a proactive mindset. This has resulted in a lasting and highly effective working relationship, built on mutual commitment and professionalism. Mayesi is sharp in analysis, meticulous in preparation, and highly effective in negotiations and litigation. Her approach is always solution-oriented, with a strong emphasis on achieving our goals efficiently.‘

‘What differentiates Mayesi Hammoud from competitors is her responsiveness and her ability to anticipate challenges before they arise. Mayesi brings awareness and practical solutions to every engagement. She is not only reliable and insightful but also a pleasure to work with on a human level.’

Kernmandanten

Central Bank of Curaçao and Sint Maarten


Cementos Progreso Holdings, S.L


Arcos Dorados


Ministry of Economic Development


Interorient Shipmanagement


Bluequest Resources A.G


Lovers Industrial Corporation B.V


Several high-end homeowners in Curaçao and Bonaire


Sandals Resorts


Curaçao Beverage Bottling Company B.V


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented the Central Bank of Curaçao and Sint Maarten on the restructuring of ENNIA and the recovery actions against former executives.
  • Advised Cementos Progreso Holdings on the USD 950 million acquisition financing of Cemex operations in the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
  • Represented Interorient Shipmanagement on a multi-jurisdictional maritime dispute involving vessel arrest and crew repatriation.

Spigt Dutch Caribbean

Well-regarded across the energy, banking, and hospitality sectors, Spigt Dutch Caribbean is jointly led by Sebastiaan Barten, Maike Bergervoet, and Maike Bergervoet. Welten is knowledgeable of both contentious and non-contentious real estate mandates, while Bergervoet’s recent caseload encompasses a sizeable financing transaction. Barten enjoys a strong track record in international disputes, Oriana Minguel is versed in corporate law, Alexander van Spaandonk is skilled at trade disputes and Susan Ehigiene is informed in compliance matters.

Praxisleiter:

Martijn Welten; Sebastiaan Barten; Maike Bergervoet


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Oriana Minguel; Alexander van Spaandonk; Susan Ehigiene


Referenzen

‘They work as a team for the benefit of the client. They knows the detail, give a lot of attention, and give quick responses.‘

‘They give the client the expected attention and work hard.‘

‘The entire team is thorough, supportive, and at all times professional.’

Kernmandanten

MER Sint Maarten B.V


Hisham Overseas S.A


UBO of a well-known Dutch family-owned business


Selibon N.V


Ondine Curacao B.V


AIB Bank N.V


Orco Bank N.V


DEG – Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgese


EY


Canon USA


Seven Seas Water Group


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted as counsel to Orco Bank N.V. in connection with the assets and liabilities acquisition of CIBC FirstCaribbean in Curacao and Sint Maarten.
  • Acted on behalf of Seven Seas Water Group in the Tender process and subsequent contract negotiations pertaining to a Build-Own-Operate-Transfer contract with Water en Energiebedrijf (W.E.B.)
  • Represented MER Sint Maarten B.V. in several legal proceedings against the Telem Group regarding the enforcement of an arbitral award.

VANEPS

A key port of call for large corporates, financial institutions, and governmental bodies, VANEPS enjoys a strong presence across Aruba, Curaçao, and Sint Maarten. Key members of the practice include pensions and employment expert Murielle Spithoven, Tjarda Tazelaar who handles M&A matters, and dispute resolution practitioners Rogier van den Heuvel and Roderik van Hees. Tom Peeters is versed in the gamut of real estate matters and Focco Lunsingh Scheurleer’s expertise encompasses banking and finance, shipping and aviation, as well as governance, risk, and compliance. Diek Fabius is informed in IP matters, while Michiel Gorsira and Danilo Narvaez are often engaged in insurance mandates.

Praxisleiter:

Tjarda Tazelaar; Tom Peeters; Rogier van den Heuvel; Roderik van Hees; Focco Lunsingh Scheurleer; Diek Fabius; Michiel Gorsira; Danilo Narvaez; Murielle Spithoven


Referenzen

‚They are open to suggestions, and communicate well.‘ 

‘Exceptionally talented leadership and team.‘

‘Their responsiveness, efficiency, and instincts stand out.’

Kernmandanten

Google


Spotify


JPMorgan Chase & Co


Spencer Stuart


VMSC Group


Staatsolie


NuCapital


Maduro & Curiel’s Bank


Lindsay Goldberg LLC


Flutter Entertainment PLC


Barentz


Cable & Wireless Communications


Aruba Wind farm


Agostini Ltd


CIBC First Caribbean


Aruba International Airport


Highlight-Mandate


  • Successfully appealed a USD 550 million liability verdict for one of the defendants in the largest directors’ liability case in the Dutch Caribbean ever.
  • Acted as advisors for NuCapital in partnership with Aspiravi Antillen N.V on building a new wind farm on Curaçao.
  • Represented Venequip in Curaçao litigation over a USD 110m dealer debt to Caterpillar Credito, contested due to alleged malperformance and dealer discrimination.