Construction & Development
Large-scale infrastructure projects, the redevelopment of existing real estate, an increasing focus on sustainability and changes in national and EU laws and regulations: the construction sector is evolving. Over the past 20 years, Houthoff’s extensive Construction & Development Team has developed unrivalled knowledge and experience, which means that our clients are always guaranteed the best possible support. Our specialists assist investors, financiers, contractors and end users with countless complex matters, from the structuring of new projects and representation in international construction disputes to providing advice on complex procurement issues.
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Ranked in Band 1Chambers Europe, Real Estate (2024 Edition) -
“One client says: 'The combination of excellent legal skills, market knowledge, efficient approach and commercial awareness make the team unique'.”Chambers Europe, Real Estate (2024 Edition)
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'A client mentions: ‘Houthoff has always made us feel like the most important client they have and above all we have absolute trust in working alongside them. Their deep understanding of the real estate industry is second to none and they have a well structured team who clearly enjoy working together as well. We have always felt Houthoff provides a supreme level of service’."Legal 500, Real Estate (2024 Edition)
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Ranked in Tier 1Chambers Europe, Real Estate: Construction (2023 Edition)
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"A client says that the 'Team is hands-on and very knowledgeable when dealing with complex situations'."Chambers Europe, Real Estate: Construction (2023 Edition)
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"A client stated: ' The team is always up to date on the latest regulations and case law and is able to make the most complicated topics very clear to the business through practical overviews'."Chambers Europe, Real Estate: Construction (2023 Edition)
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"One client says: 'Houthoff combines in-depth knowledge and great dedication to provide their clients with high quality and yet very practical advice – absolutely the best in the Dutch construction market'."Legal 500, Construction (2023 Edition)
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"A client mentions: 'Working on a uniquely large and complex project which required highly specialised knowledge. Houthoff has proven time and time again to master all facets'."Legal 500, Construction (2023 Edition)
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“Houthoff combines in-depth knowledge and great dedication to provide their clients with high quality and yet very practical advice.”Legal 500, Construction (2022 Edition)
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“Houthoff is a fast responding firm that always delivers excellent legal advice within the periods stipulated.”Legal 500, Construction (2022 Edition)
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“A client states ‘I really appreciated their quick approach, the precise advice and their ability to find pragmatic solutions’.”Legal 500, Construction (2022 Edition)
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“One client enthuses that ‘all of the team members clearly put their clients first,’ and goes on to highlight the team’s ‘pragmatic approach’ and ‘good commercial mindset.’”Chambers Europe, Real Estate: Construction (2021 Edition)
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“The team acts precisely and deliberately, and is completely aware of the scope of work required from them and delivers the required quality in time.’”Chambers Europe, Real Estate: Construction (2021 Edition)
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“A client praises the breadth of the firm’s practice, praising the team’s ‘excellent litigation strategy and seamless implementation thereof,’ adding that the ‘contract drafting is top notch.’”Chambers Europe, Real Estate: Construction (2021 Edition)
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“The team is very proactive and fast paced.”Legal 500, Construction (2021 Edition)
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“Besides the in-depth knowledge and easy contact, I appreciate the flexibility of the way Houthoff answers questions.”Legal 500, Construction (2021 Edition)
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“The Houthoff team gives excellent advice and legal strategy, always with a long-term focus and the aim to avoid litigation.”Legal 500, Construction (2021 Edition)
Our expertise in the construction & development sector
Assisting clients with major construction projects requires a knowledge that extends beyond traditional construction law. For example, in public-private partnerships, builders, investors and financiers need an integrated legal approach to issues such as construction contract law, company law and project financing. The expertise of our construction & development specialists goes beyond the norm, and they work closely with our experts in areas such as M&A, spatial planning, energy and finance. All of this enables our Construction & Development Team to offer bespoke services for every project.Representation in construction and procurement disputes requires, in addition to specialist legal knowledge, a thorough understanding of the sector. Our specialists have this knowledge. International contracts are increasingly becoming the subject of litigation and are often accompanied by a different form of dispute settlement, such as mediation, binding advice or arbitration. Our knowledge and experience, combined with our international litigation and arbitration practices, means that Houthoff has extensive expertise in this area.
