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Matthijs

Legal Counsel
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Over deze freelancer

As an experienced Corporate M&A lawyer with over 5 years at a top-tier Dutch law firm, I am now offering my expertise on a freelance basis to provide flexible and high-quality legal support for transactions and corporate matters.

I specialise in advising private equity and strategic clients on complex cross-border M&A transactions (both buy-side and sell-side), IPOs, corporate governance, and corporate lawmatters. My hands-on approach, strategic thinking, and ability to manage parallel workstreams in fast-paced environments make me particularly effective in interim roles where immediate impact is required. As an interim legal counsel, I offer:

  • Practical knowledge of corporate law matters
  • Ability to quickly integrate with existing legal teams and workflows
  • Proven experience coordinating cross-functional teams across multiple jurisdictions
  • Comprehensive understanding of Dutch and cross-border transaction structures
  • Expertise in transaction management from due diligence through closing
  • Strong drafting skills across all transaction documentation

Opleiding

L
2020 — 2023
Law Firm School
Law Firm School

B
2020 — 2023
Beroepsopleiding Advocaten
Nederlandse Orde van Advocaten

M
2018 — 2019
Master's Degree Ondernemingsrecht aan de Zuidas
VU Amsterdam

B
2014 — 2018
Bachelor's Degree Law
Erasmus School of Law

B
2013 — 2017
Bachelor's Degree Business Adminsitration
Rotterdam School of Management


Werk & Ervaring

A
01-06-2023 — heden
Associate M&A
Houthoff

- Led legal due diligence investigations, coordinating cross-functional teams across multiple jurisdictions, identifying key risks and translating findings into transaction documentation - Managed signing and closing procedures in complex cross-border M&A transactions, ensuring seamless execution through effective stakeholder management - Drafted, reviewed, and managed comprehensive transaction documentation, aligning legal frameworks with commercial objectives to optimise deal outcomes - Structured and implemented management incentive plans for post-acquisition retention, resulting in executive retention and improved business continuity - Advised on corporate governance matters, proactively mitigating litigation risks and ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks

J
01-01-2022 — 01-05-2023
Junior Associate Employment Law
Houthoff

- Assisted with works council procedures for M&A transactions and collective dismissals, achieving successful employee consultation and meeting co-determination requirements - Drafted and negotiated employment and settlement agreements, securing favourable terms and reducing client liability exposure - Provided strategic legal support on employment litigation and dispute resolution, contributing to favourable case outcomes and risk mitigation - Delivered advisory services to HR departments, ensuring regulatory compliance and minimising legal exposure

J
01-05-2020 — 31-12-2021
Junior Associate M&A
Houthoff

- Conducted comprehensive due diligence for cross-border M&A transactions, identifying and assessing legal risks across multiple jurisdictions - Advised on IPOs and corporate governance standards, ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the process - Managed key M&A workstreams under senior supervision, contributing to efficient deal execution and seamless integration post-transaction


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€ 125 / uur
  • Locatie Amsterdam
  • Categorie Juridisch
  • Geverifieerd ongeverifieerd
  • Lid Sinds 28-07-2025