AKD boasts a strong advisory construction practice based across the Benelux region, enabling it to collaborate closely with teams in Belgium and Luxembourg on cross-border projects. The firm regularly handles landmark construction projects and is supported by its strong real estate and project finance operations. As part of its advisory work, the team assists with contract drafting, developments and redevelopments and financing. Practice head Sven Billet leads the team and assists on various construction mandates. Marc Wintgens is praised for his expertise and advises large construction companies and government bodies on a range of complex construction contracts. Frenk Huisman focuses on transactions, Julian Versmissen largely assists developers in projects, and Sander Engels handles both construction and procurement law matters. The practice has a separate energy team led by Marjolein Dieperink, which enables the firm to advise on renewable energy projects including offshore energy, carbon capture and storage and solar projects.

De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek represents major entities in international and national complex construction disputes. Over the last year, the team has increasingly been handling climate transition projects, as well as matters concerning the Netherlands' nitrogen situation, as part of its construction practice. Arbitration involving offshore oil platforms and constructions of factories are some of the key highlights of the practice’s work. The firm is also adept at assisting with projects in distress, enabling companies to complete projects or avoid disruption. Bommel van der Bend leads the practice and is renowned for his skills in public procurement law and handles the practice’s most complex construction disputes. Matthias Kuscher is a go-to for both construction and energy arbitrations, he is especially known for his work on international disputes. Sebastien Davys-Brown is also noted for his expertise in projects, assisting with projects in distress, advising on project disputes, and aiding with regulatory issues.

Construction and real estate specialist firm HabrakenRutten continues to excel in advising clients on the full life cycle of large construction projects. A key area for the practice is infrastructure PPP projects, as well as greenfield and brownfield developments. Clients typically include construction companies and developers, and the firm has continued to grow its presence in hydrogen projects and restructuring. Co-leading the team are Peter Habraken and Sjoerd Rutten, Habraken is well-known for his expertise in PPP projects and asset development processes, while Rutten represents clients in litigation, arbitration, and dispute prevention. Henk Raven is the go-to for construction-related contract and corporate law issues. Thijs Homveld is also notable for his cross-border knowledge, while Gert Weerheim assists with litigation.

The construction practice at Houthoff is regularly sought out by clients for its all-round skills in both contentious and non-contentious construction mandates. Highlights of the team’s work include complex procurement and regulatory issues in large new development projects, the team also aids these clients with claim prevention and management. The firm assists both developers and contractors on contentious work. Team lead and construction specialist Michel Klijn is known for his expertise in complex projects involving different contracts as well as his litigation and transactional skills. He is supported by notary Dolf De Jong who on the construction side focuses on project development. Sander van den Boogaart assists clients from construction, infrastructure, and energy sectors in a variety of construction law matters.

Leading construction firm Stibbe is heavily involved in the full gamut of construction mandates. The practice has been key to many landmark projects in the Netherlands ranging from PPP projects to heavy plant projects, and infrastructure. The team is well-equipped to assist with both advising on projects and litigating where necessary on complex construction disputes. The most notable work of the firm is in PPP/PFI projects. The practice is co-led by David Orobio de Castro and Ingmar de Groot, both well recognised names in the construction space. Orobio de Castro is an expert in procurement regulations and routinely assists with PPP/PFI matters. Construction expert de Groot advises on building contracts, PPP/PFI projects, and represents clients in construction-related disputes. Boris Cammelbeeck and Iris Hendriksen are also noted.

Boutique firm Croon Huith advocaten B.V. focuses on construction and procurement law and advises a large number of public and semi-public sector clients such as municipalities and provinces on their construction projects. Other clients include companies within energy and sustainability industries. The team litigates on behalf of its clients before civil courts, the Arbitration Board for the Building Industry, and the Netherlands Arbitration disputes on construction related issues. Additionally, the firm is often involved in issues regarding the sale of government owned land as well as onshore and offshore infrastructure projects. Construction specialists Birgit Le Haen-de Croon and Georg Huith co-head the practice. Louisa Engels and Rikkert Pilaar are key team members. Daniel Santurio González and Nienke Keus-Goldberg set up their own construction specialised firm after the demerger of Croon advocaten N.V. in January 2024.

 

Duet advocaten B.V. is specialised in representing clients in cases regarding construction and procurement law. The firm is one of the two new law firms resulting from the demerger of Croon advocaten N.V. in January 2024, with former practice heads Daniel Santurio González and Nienke Keus-Goldberg setting up a new construction specialised firm. The practice largely works for public and semi-public entities, assisting municipalities with their construction projects across the Netherlands. The firm has also has expertise in nuclear projects which is led by Santurio González alongside his work advising clients on complex construction projects and tender procedures. Keus-Goldberg is a seasoned litigator before civil courts and specialises in construction and procurement law and oversees complex infrastructural projects. Giulia van den Beuken is also noted for her all-round expertise.

Pels Rijcken & Droogleever Fortuijn NV are heavily involved in PPP/PFI deals, representing and advising public entities on public projects and disputes involving public works in the Netherlands. Due to its involvement with the state the firm also advises on drafting and updating the standard contract documentation used by the State of The Netherlands. As part of its construction practice the team advises on procurement disputes, redevelopment projects, and advising on development of landmark buildings. Practice head and litigator Pieter Stuijt represents public contracting authorities in numerous procurement disputes, while Mark Birnage both litigates and advises on construction projects. Maarten van Rijn is well-versed in reviewing tender documents and construction contracts and Christina Muntinghe is another key member of the team.

Boutique firm Six Advocaten specialises in real estate, construction, regulatory and procurement law, enabling them to advise on the full range of construction law issues. The team assists on a variety of projects including data centres, housing, logistics, and retail. The practice stands out for its work on infrastructure projects where it has assisted public entities with motorways, railways, and wet infrastructure. Public procurement and construction disputes also forms another part of the practice. Construction expert Fabian Horsting typically handles litigation issues and has experience with procurement and construction disputes. Founding partner Wouter Post mainly advises on project development.

Straatman Koster Advocaten specialises in real estate and construction enabling it to have a large dedicated team that assists its varied national and international client base. The construction practice often assists with redevelopments and developments, public procurement, and disputes. The firm is also adept at assisting with both national and international contract issues. Olivier Vermeulen chairs the practice – he works for contractors, developers, investors, and government bodies in a wide range of construction cases and projects. Pre-court dispute resolution and other contentious matters are handled by Angela Minderhoud, while Thijs Straatman is a project development and procurement law specialist.

Mark Moolhuizen and Bas Van Zelst lead the construction team at Van Doorne, advising clients on non-contentious matters and disputes. Van Zelst is key to construction-related arbitration cases and other complex disputes, while Moolhuizen handles international projects. Jordie Bakker who is well-versed in construction law issues in both national and international construction projects. Sector specific work includes commercial real estate and housing construction projects, hospitals and healthcare redevelopment and development projects, and housing corporations.

The construction and procurement law practice at Bird & Bird stands out for its focus on energy-related sectors, often assisting with construction issues within utilities and infrastructure. Disputes handled by the team often involve construction damage to infrastructure. Andrea Chao and Evelyn Tjon-En-Fa jointly lead the team. Chao is the go-to for advice on construction contracts, while Tjon-En-Fa is an expert in complex infrastructure and construction commercial disputes. Remco Duijn is noted.

CMS' construction practice covers both contentious and non-contentious work. The team works closely alongside its real estate team to assist clients with matters that span both areas. Co-heads Jeroen Berlage and  Arno Moret are key to the practice, Moret is known for his litigation skills and handles construction arbitration for the firm but also advises on project contracts for offshore wind projects. Berlage leads on infrastructure matters involving transactions and litigation.

The construction offering at Dentons centers its practice around infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects. The team utilises its international presence to aid its largely international clientele and assists with matters such as developments, disputes, and contract negotiation. Ian McGrath is the global infrastructure and transportation leader and aids on energy and infrastructure projects. Bram Braat is the go-to for procurement expertise. ince research concluded, former practice head Bas van Schouwenburg has left the practice.

A part of the wider real estate, infrastructure, transport, and litigation practice, the construction team at DLA Piper collaborates closely with these practice groups to advise on various aspects of construction projects and contractual frameworks. Assisting both public and private sectors, the team advises on issues from the procurement phase to contractual stages. Janet Meesters is a specialist in construction and public procurement law and leads on all major projects. Marije Overwater and Loesje van Leeuwen are both notable members of the team with Overwater handling project development and construction contracts and van Leeuwen assisting with construction related M&A.

Richard-Jan Roks leads the construction practice at Kennedy Van der Laan. Active in both contentious and non-contentious work, he is known for his work in the healthcare sector where he advises on both construction and procurement law issues. The practice has been increasingly involved in issues related to sustainability and circular building, on top of its already well-rounded advisory construction project work. Coupled with its real estate practice the team is able to aid clients with the full spectrum of construction issues from design to acquisitions and potential litigation.

 

Lexence regularly advises clients during construction on issues such as time extensions, changes to project scope, and completion. After completion the firm continues to assist clients on other common matters such as loss or damages arising from construction, execution or design faults, and failure to complete on time. Contracts and tenders are a key focus for the team as well as sustainability. Real estate specialist Bob Bekker leads the team. Jan-Willem Raadgever advises contractors, developers, and investors on a range of issues related to construction developments.

The construction practice NautaDutilh focuses on PPP projects and often acts in projects for the Dutch government as well as on matters involving both construction and financing. The team is well-versed in advising lenders and works on a number of energy-related construction projects. Team lead David van Ee excels in PPP projects, both advising and litigating on procurement issues, and development projects.

With a primary focus on infrastructure, Norton Rose Fulbright handles all issues related to projects and are regularly mandated to handle project finance and PPP projects, concession contracts, and construction contracts. A growing area for the firm it its work on renewable energy construction projects, including advising lenders, financiers, and developers. Daphne Broerse utilises her background in administrative and civil law to advise both public and private sector clients on energy and infrastructure projects. Annemarie Ver Loren van Themaat-Creutzberg is also noted for her work with energy companies.

Ploum‘s construction practice was founded by Jacob Henriquez who excels in advising on construction matters such as issues during construction phases, construction contracts, tender procedures, and potentially arising disputes. The team is well-versed in international construction law issues and FIDIC-related contracting queries and disputes. A major focus is the renewable energy sector where it advises on agreements and procurement law. Tjinta Terlien  is a key team member on construction projects.

Boutique construction firm Severijn Hulshof Advocaten was one of the first firms in the Netherlands to specialise on construction and it continues to assist clients in major projects and contentious matters including procurement, nuclear projects, and new developments. Practice head Leendert van den Berg is a construction and procurement law expert and litigates and advises on both construction projects and tenders.

A niche firm specialising in construction, real estate, and planning law, Sight Advocaten works for construction companies, project developers, investors, and public authorities on construction and development matters. The team typically advises on redevelopments and contracting issues, and also advises on a variety of issues that cross between real estate and construction. Saskia Konemann and Sebastiaan Sellenraad both co-lead the team with Könemann both litigating and advising on construction disputes involving contracts, while real-estate specialist Sellenraad represents construction developers and investors in developments and redevelopments.

 

Simmons & Simmons bases its practice on construction projects, construction tenders, and project financing issues with clientele of the firm including project developers, lenders, and investors. The team is led by Luc Cohen who has experience handling both international and national construction issues such as project development and procurement. He is also well-versed in construction arbitrations. Andrada Tiru assists clients with redevelopment and development for large projects.

 

Situated in The Hague, boutique firm Van der Feltz Advocaten advises on both contentious and non-contentious construction mandates for its public and private clients. The practice often combines expertise from a number of practice areas such as transactions, tax, leases, and procurement to advise on both civil and public law construction issues. Practice head Marc Houweling is the youngest partner of the firm and leads on all matters for the team, from construction projects and disputes to public procurement mandates. Brim Tonino is noted for his all-round assistance on construction matters.