Lynd boasts strong engagement in the private equity and venture capital sectors, offering particular expertise on financial services transactions. Marieke van der Holst and Freek Eveleens Maarse head the team.

Jasper de Jong and Justin Steer jointly lead the private equity group at A&O Shearman, which is a go-to adviser for venture capital firms who are active in multiple jurisdictions and sectors. Steer acts for a broad range of leading private equity firms and boasts notable experience handling strategic acquisitions, while de Jong demonstrates a strong track record in the retail and financial services sectors. A 'highly reliable business partner', Kayleigh Sanders is a further key port of call, while Karine Kodde brings additional strength to the team.

Clifford Chance is especially active across infrastructure, hospitality and technology private equity transactions. The team, led by Jan-Hendrik Horsmeier, possesses experience in a wide array of mandates, ranging from M&A structuring and regulatory compliance, to shares sales and acquisitions. Horsmeier also has longstanding experience in a variety of venture capital matters. Tim Heerschop boasts a strong track record in mid-market deals across a number of European jurisdictions. Ernst van der Touw is renowned for his manufacturing sector expertise and is equipped to handle the full lifecycle of a private equity transaction.

The private equity practice at De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek, headed by the 'go-to partner' Lennard Keijzer, brings leading expertise regarding technology, healthcare and professional services transactions. Keijzer has notable experience dealing with corporate carve-outs, cross-border M&A deals and majority stake sales. The 'exceptional' Pete Lawley is particularly sought-after for his ability to ‘suggest constructive solutions to complex matters’. Claudia van Rappard-Priem is highly capable in the full gamut of venture capital matters. Rick van ‘t Wout is entrusted for his expertise in the software and consumer goods sectors. Arne Grimme is a further domestic and cross-border transaction expert.

Houthoff brings a ‘results-oriented mindset’ to high-value transactions, acting for a wealth of international private equity clients. The team, led by longstanding sector expert Bram Caudri, boasts a strong track record in manufacturing, technology, professional services and transportation spaces. Caudri has a wealth of experience assisting with stake acquisitions, share sales and cross-border acquisitions. Richard Witvliet is sought-after for his experience in international mid market transactions. Michiel Pannekoek is a go-to adviser within the technology sector, assisting venture capital firms with their acquisitions in the space. Guillette van Grinsven is a further key contact.

Loyens & Loeff houses a ‘highly skilled, pragmatic' team which frequently assists clients with domestic and cross-border private equity transactions. The practice is jointly led by Roel Fluit and Antoinette van der Hauw: Fluit is highly sought-after for his depth of expertise in commercial sales, boasting a strong track record in the real estate, technology and healthcare sectors; and van der Hauw is noted for her capabilities in stake acquisitions. Rounding out the team, Herman Kaemingk demonstrates longstanding experience in the Dutch market, while Freek Hilberdink and Anke van Holthe tot Echten bring additional corporate law and transactional strength.

NautaDutilh ‘combines sector expertise with a pragmatic, commercial approach’, assisting a plethora of private equity clients which operate across various international markets and sectors. The ‘excellent deal maker’ Joost den Engelsman leads the team and is sought-after for his ability to facilitate high-value, cross-border acquisitions. Olaf Baks is described by clients as ‘highly detail-oriented’ and is regularly instructed on conditional takeover bids. Nina Kielman frequently assists with commercial mandates, while Sophie van Lanschot is a further key team member. Jeroen Boelens left the firm.

The 'pragmatic' private equity practice at DLA Piper offers expertise in cross-border M&A,  controlled auctions, transaction structuring and buy-and-build strategies. Department head Jochem Beurskens is sought-after for his 'commercial, approachable, and pragmatic' approach and demonstrates notable strength in e-commerce, healthcare and professional services acquisitions. Casper Hamersma is capable of advising clients across the full gamut of the private equity sector. Stefan Spaans has a broad practice, assisting clients with auction sales, regulatory due diligence and acquisition finance.

Menno Verboom and Alexander Doorman jointly head the global transactions practice group at Freshfields, which is particularly active in the fintech, sustainable technology, infrastructure and financial services sectors. Verboom is sought-after for his ‘sharp and to the point’ advice and handles a mix of auction sales, logistics acquisitions and equity funding rounds, while Doorman has notable experience dealing with syndicated investments. Saloua Ouchan frequently advises on cross-border transactions, standing out for her TMT sector expertise. Vivianne van der Hauw is noted for her skill in private equity negotiations.

Stibbe B.V. and Business Development demonstrates a comprehensive private equity offering, with the team pairing comfort across a wide array of transactions with a stand-out practice in emerging technology sectors. Department head Björn van der Klip leads a practice which has extensive experience dealing with portfolio acquisitions, cross-border regulatory compliance mandates and joint ventures. Van der Klip is particularly renowned for his venture capital expertise and is well-equipped to assist clients with the implementation of management incentive structures. Duco de Boer is a go-to contact for foreign investors.

AKD offers ‘technical excellence, commercial pragmatism and responsiveness’ to clients involved in Dutch and cross-border transactions. The practice, which is headed by Lennart Crain and Nathalie van Woerkom, demonstrates strength in the financial , technology and energy sectors. Crain can handle the entire lifecycle of the sale of an entity, while the 'outstanding professional' van Woerkom acts for leading Dutch private equity players. Wouter Kros is noted for his capabilities in professional services acquisitions. Kyoko Tollenaar joined the firm in January 2025 from Houthoff.

Highly sought-after for its ‘strong competence’ in a wealth of private equity mandates, Baker McKenzie is well-positioned to advise international clients on divestments, joint ventures and venture capital-backed corporate acquisitions. Mohammed Almarini heads the practice, which is particularly active on technology, infrastructure and cybersecurity sector transactions. Koen Bos impresses in telecommunications matters, while Joost Polman is adept at supporting clients with regulatory compliance and handling corporate exits. Suzanne van Balen is a further key name of note.

BJTK adopts a ‘pragmatic, hands-on approach’, offering venture capital entities, asset management companies and private equity players advice across a wide array of mandates. The 'experienced and commercial' Quirijn Biesheuvel is particularly experienced dealing with shareholder exits, strategic joint ventures and healthcare sector acquisitions. Biesheuvel heads the practice alongside Evert van der Kaa, who is noted for his capabilities in early-round financing matters, and Suzanne Beijersbergen, who boasts considerable knowledge of the IT sector. Babette Waltman is a further standout contact.

Dentons is well-equipped to advise clients on retail acquisitions, corporate mergers and private equity regulatory compliance. Kuif Klein Wassink noted for his capabilities in acquisition structuring, while Ico Jalink is praised for his ‘very proactive’ advice across the sector. Casper Haket is often called upon to advise on high-value cross-border transactions, regularly assisting clients with share sales. Marnix Veldhuijzen is a management incentive specialist. Together, they form the private equity practice’s leadership team.

At Jones Day, the corporate practice group offers ‘tailor-made solutions’ to venture capital players and multinational corporates, advising on a plethora of private equity mandates. The team, led by Floris Pierik, demonstrates strength in technology, wealth management and energy transactions, is equipped to advise on the entire lifecycle of an acquisition. Pierik is noted for his capabilities in majority sales, controlled auctions and multi-jurisdictional due diligence. Mike Jansen offers a wealth of expertise in contractual joint ventures.

The ‘pragmatic’ private equity practice at Lexence is active across a diverse array of industries, ranging from financial services and healthcare to software and ICT. The team is jointly headed by Diederick de Boer, who is sought-after for his ‘straight to the point’ advice, and Kevin Beukeveld, who has a wealth of expertise in handling the acquisition of professional services companies. Joost Kolkman is a further key name of note.

Rutgers & Posch possesses ‘excellent knowledge’ of the private equity sector, placing a notable emphasis on digital media and technology transactions. Matthijs van den Broek is sought-after for his equity financing expertise, while cross-border transaction expert Lennaert Posch stands out for his ‘professionalism and approachability’. Anouk Oosterom has experience dealing with indirect stake sales and Justus Fortuyn stands out for his multi-jurisdictional transaction expertise. Bas Mees is particularly active in mid-market transactions. Together, they form the practice’s leadership team.

BarentsKrans houses a ‘goal-orientated’ private equity practice group, which is headed by the ‘truly professional’ Harry Rek. The team maintains a strong presence in the technology and financial services sectors. The ‘rock solid’ Rhamsey Croes is noted for his capabilities in pre-transaction due diligence and documentation negotiation. Michiel Martin has a strong track-record in the domestic ICT sector.

Orange Clover Law stands out for its ‘agility and pragmatic approach’, acting for major domestic and multinational private equity houses across the full lifecycle of a transaction. Heading the team, Pien van Veersen is a key advisor to private equity players, portfolio companies, and founders within regulated sectors. Christopher Parker is regularly instructed on industrial sector acquisitions and investments.

Simmons & Simmons boasts a multi-jurisdictional private equity offering, demonstrating a notable proficiency in manufacturing, energy and retail sector transactions. Department head Leo Verhoeff is sought-after as a buy-out specialist and has also recently been active in share acquisition and due diligence mandates. The team also calls upon Gijs ter Braak, who boasts a strong track record in the healthcare space. Rob Hendriks left the firm in June 2025.

The ‘highly competent' Stek brings expertise across a wide array of private equity transactions, demonstrating particular activity in the healthcare sector. The team is jointly headed by Eelco Bijkerk, who is equipped to advise across the full lifecycle of a cross-border transaction, and Ruben Tros, who stands out for his experience regarding private investment models. Dirk de Graeff is noted for his ‘flawless execution’ in deals.