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NETHERLANDS Trends and Developments

Trends and Developments Contributed by: Edith Nordmann and Thomas Klaarenbeek ACG International

ACG International is an Amsterdam-based law firm advising companies, entrepreneurs, investors and family-owned businesses on corporate, commer - cial, employment and dispute-related matters, with a strong focus on international business and cross-bor - der transactions. The firm is particularly recognised for its extensive international reach and business network. Through its leadership roles in international business organisations, including the Netherlands India Chamber of Commerce & Trade (NICCT) and the Swiss Dutch Business Council (SDBC), ACG In - ternational maintains close relationships with CEOs,

business leaders, investors and policymakers across multiple industries and jurisdictions. This enables the firm to understand not only the legal aspects of a matter, but also the commercial, strategic and cultur - al considerations that influence business decisions. Many of the firm’s mandates involve co-ordinating complex cross-border projects, disputes and invest - ments. Clients value ACG International’s ability to combine legal expertise, commercial insight and in - ternational connectivity to deliver practical solutions that support business growth and protect long-term interests.

Authors

Edith Nordmann is managing partner at ACG International and has over 20 years of experience in corporate, employment and international business law. She advises companies on cross-border transactions, market

Thomas Klaarenbeek is an associate and attorney-at-law at ACG International. He advises and litigates in commercial and corporate disputes, contractual matters, corporate governance issues and civil

entry, corporate governance and compliance, with a particular focus on business between Europe and India. Edith is chair of the Netherlands India Chamber of Commerce & Trade, president of the Swiss Dutch Business Council and an active member of international business and policy taskforces, including B20 initiatives linked to the G20. She is also a regular speaker at international conferences and a guest lecturer at universities in Europe and India.

liability cases. His practice also covers financial regulatory and compliance-related matters, including banking duties of care, integrity risks, sanctions compliance and anti-money laundering obligations. In addition to his legal practice, Thomas works as a compliance officer at a financial institution. This operational background gives him practical insight into governance, client due diligence, risk management and regulated business processes. He regularly shares this expertise in internal and external presentations on AML, compliance and integrity risks.

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