We provide expert advice on the structuring, drafting and negotiation of M&A, joint venture and other transactions. Our services cover the full spectrum of M&A, ranging from due diligence to post-completion integration.
We have proven ability in handling in terms of both complexity and size, a broad range of transactions, representing strategic parties and private equity firms. In addition, we act as Dutch counsel for foreign firms in corporate and M&A matters.
The firm has a one-stop shop approach. Where required, we engage other high-end specialists in areas of law outside our expertise, guaranteeing seamless high-quality service.
In addition, we have developed particular knowledge and skills in matters related to listed companies. We advise both on friendly and unsolicited takeover bids. Our assistance includes drafting and negotiating transaction documentation, including the application of takeover defences.
We also provide expert assistance in shareholder and joint venture related disputes, shareholder buy-out procedures, M&A disputes and inquiry proceedings before the Enterprise Chamber in Amsterdam.
‘Dedicated and highly effective, providing outstanding expertise in all aspects of M&A.’
(Legal 500 EMEA 2023)
‘The team of KMW is skilled and flexible. They understand the business drivers behind M&A transactions and provide outstanding support.’
(Legal 500 EMEA 2024)
A selection of our M&A experience
A major shareholder of Unified Streaming, a leading video streaming technology company, in relation to the sale of Unified Streaming to Software Combined, a software aggregator based in Australia
QED Technologies, a portfolio company of U.S. private equity firm Quad-C, on the acquisition of Dutch United Instruments from Demcon
Permascand, a Swedish-based manufacturer of electrochemical solutions and owned by Altor Equity Partners, on the acquisition of Magneto Special Anodes from NYSE-listed Xylem
Fast Fitness Japan, on the acquisition of a controlling share stake in Eighty 8 Health & Fitness and the acquiring of the Master Franchisee Rights for Anytime Fitness in Germany
Cobepa, the renowned Belgian based private equity investor, on the acquisition of SmartSD in partnership with Smile Invest, its co-founders and management>
Our offices are located in the Rembrandt Tower, Amsterdam’s landmark office building.