New rankings 2025 edition Chambers Global

13 February 2025

Houthoff has once again been recognised in the prestigious Chambers Global Guide for 2025. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and client satisfaction has reaffirmed our top position as an independent law firm. 

In this year's Chambers Global, we stand out with seven distinguished practice areas, highlighting our firm's proficiency across a diverse range of legal fields. Our dedicated teams continue to deliver outstanding service to our clients. 

Furthermore, we are proud to acknowledge the recognition of 14 of our talented lawyers who have been individually ranked in this year's guide. 
We extend our gratitude to our clients for their trust and continued partnerships. A small selection of quotes from our clients: 

 ARBITRATION – BAND 1 RANKED 

"Houthoff has seasoned lawyers with lots of experience who are supported by ambitious and exceptionally smart team members. They are very solution oriented and assist us in the best possible way."
 

CAPITAL MARKETS: EQUITY – BAND 2 RANKED 

"The Houthoff team provides an excellent service to the client. It immediately understands the unique aspects and technical issues involved in the transaction and finds practical solutions."

DIRK KNOTTENBELT - BAND 1 RANKED 

"Dirk Knottenbelt's ability to digest the most complex issues is impressive. He is very well respected and arbitrators accept what he says."
 

THOMAS STOUTEN – BAND 2 RANKED 

"Thomas Stouten is our go-to lawyer and has never let us down. He is razor sharp in hearings and pleadings, gives in-depth advice and remains ambitious."


JAN WILLEM DE GROOT – FOREIGN EXPERT BASED ABROAD IN THE NL SPOTLIGHT 

"He has a very good sense of the clients' needs and goes above and beyond to deliver the results the client is aiming for. He has a business-minded and strategic approach, and a great eye for detail."
 

DAVID HEEMS – BAND UP AND COMING 

"David Heems has a unique combination of technical skills, extensive legal knowledge and commercial awareness. He is approachable, remains calm under stress and is fun to work with."
 
To learn more about our rankings and explore the Chambers Global Guide 2025, visit Chambers Global Website.
 
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Amsterdam
Advocaat | Managing Partner

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Rotterdam
Notaris | Managing Partner

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Amsterdam
Advocaat | Managing Partner