241 results Recent developments: Dutch corporate law In this Corporate Update we provide an overview of the implementation of the Dutch UBO Register and we discuss current developments regarding gender diversity at the top and the protection of Dutch companies. Stibbe acts as counsel in two of the first COVID-19 related civil cases in Dutch courts As Europe emerges from lockdowns and people and businesses attempt to adjust to a new reality, it remains clear that the consequences of the coronavirus (COVID-19) affect virtually everyone. The outbreak of the virus, the subsequent measures to address it Emergency Act on Conditional Final Dividend Withholding Tax Levy submitted to Dutch parliament On Friday 10 July 2020, a member of the Dutch opposition party Groenlinks has submitted an initiative legislative proposal for a Conditional Final Dividend Withholding Tax Levy Emergency Act (the 'Proposal') to Dutch parliament. The Proposal provides for COVID-19 update and Guidelines published on the Dutch implementation of DAC6 The EU Mandatory Disclosure Directive (“DAC6”), introducing a reporting requirement for intermediaries and/or taxpayers of certain cross-border arrangements that are perceived to be aggressive, is effective as of 1 July in the Netherlands. By his letter o Stibbe advised Deloitte We represented Deloitte in a liability suit relating to the US class action. Stibbe advises KLM and Martinair - CFI and EWD Representing KLM and its subsidiary Martinair in antitrust damage litigation in the Amsterdam District Court. Stibbe represents BP Plc in a successful defence in a securities class action initiated by Dutch Shareholders Association VEB before the Amsterdam District Court On 28 September 2016, the Amsterdam District Court granted a motion to dismiss for lack of international jurisdiction filed by BP in a securities class action initiated by VEB. VEB had requested a declaratory judgment on the basis of Article 3:305a Dutch Stibbe advises on additional notes offering of NXP Semiconductors Stibbe advises Barclays on the additional notes offering of NXP Semiconductors for an amount of USD 500 million. Stibbe represents PostNL Stibbe represented PostNL in a major (class) litigation regarding the abolition of the guilder stamps. Environmental and financial worlds meet in the “E” of ESG Developments in the environmental and financial worlds may appear to be at first sight completely separate from each other. In this blog post, we will explain why this no longer applies in 2021. Belgian watchdog tackles bid rigging In recent cases in the fire protection and private security sectors, the Belgian Competition Authority has made the prosecution of bid-rigging one of its top priorities, imposing hefty fines on infringers for their participation in cartel schemes. Wouter den Hollander Counsel Amsterdam Draft bill published to exclude RETT concurrence exemption for share deals The Dutch government launched an online consultation on a draft bill to exclude the application of the RETT concurrence exemption as per 1 January 2024 in case of the acquisition of a share interest in companies owning newly developed real estate. Stibbe contributes to Chambers ESG Guide 2024 The year 2024 has been notable for developments in ESG. Climate cases, impactful new laws and regulations, and geopolitical developments have shaped – or will largely shape – companies' choices. Stibbe has been a key contributor to the Chambers ESG Guide. European Court of Human Rights rules in landmark case that governments must combat climate change The European Court of Human Rights rules that governments have an obligation to take effective measures to meet climate targets and combat the harmful effects of climate change. Available now: the 2025 real estate guide The third edition of our real estate legal guide is available now, specifically designed for investors and developers in Belgian real estate. It offers clear and practical insights into the key legal aspects shaping Belgium's real estate landscape. The 2025 Spring Memorandum of the Dutch Ministry of Finance The Dutch Ministry of Finance's 2025 Spring Memorandum outlines key tax updates affecting international businesses, including changes to the lucrative interest scheme, new anti-abuse measures, and proposals to boost employee participation. Upper House Approval of Dutch 2024 Tax Package and certain other proposals On Tuesday 19 December 2023 – exactly three months after publication – the Upper House of the Dutch parliament adopted the 2024 Tax Package (Pakket Belastingplan) including the 2024 Tax Plan (Belastingplan) and certain other proposals that were published. Pagination Previous page Page 7 Current page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Next page
Recent developments: Dutch corporate law In this Corporate Update we provide an overview of the implementation of the Dutch UBO Register and we discuss current developments regarding gender diversity at the top and the protection of Dutch companies.
Stibbe acts as counsel in two of the first COVID-19 related civil cases in Dutch courts As Europe emerges from lockdowns and people and businesses attempt to adjust to a new reality, it remains clear that the consequences of the coronavirus (COVID-19) affect virtually everyone. The outbreak of the virus, the subsequent measures to address it
Emergency Act on Conditional Final Dividend Withholding Tax Levy submitted to Dutch parliament On Friday 10 July 2020, a member of the Dutch opposition party Groenlinks has submitted an initiative legislative proposal for a Conditional Final Dividend Withholding Tax Levy Emergency Act (the 'Proposal') to Dutch parliament. The Proposal provides for
COVID-19 update and Guidelines published on the Dutch implementation of DAC6 The EU Mandatory Disclosure Directive (“DAC6”), introducing a reporting requirement for intermediaries and/or taxpayers of certain cross-border arrangements that are perceived to be aggressive, is effective as of 1 July in the Netherlands. By his letter o
Stibbe advises KLM and Martinair - CFI and EWD Representing KLM and its subsidiary Martinair in antitrust damage litigation in the Amsterdam District Court.
Stibbe represents BP Plc in a successful defence in a securities class action initiated by Dutch Shareholders Association VEB before the Amsterdam District Court On 28 September 2016, the Amsterdam District Court granted a motion to dismiss for lack of international jurisdiction filed by BP in a securities class action initiated by VEB. VEB had requested a declaratory judgment on the basis of Article 3:305a Dutch
Stibbe advises on additional notes offering of NXP Semiconductors Stibbe advises Barclays on the additional notes offering of NXP Semiconductors for an amount of USD 500 million.
Stibbe represents PostNL Stibbe represented PostNL in a major (class) litigation regarding the abolition of the guilder stamps.
Environmental and financial worlds meet in the “E” of ESG Developments in the environmental and financial worlds may appear to be at first sight completely separate from each other. In this blog post, we will explain why this no longer applies in 2021.
Belgian watchdog tackles bid rigging In recent cases in the fire protection and private security sectors, the Belgian Competition Authority has made the prosecution of bid-rigging one of its top priorities, imposing hefty fines on infringers for their participation in cartel schemes.
Draft bill published to exclude RETT concurrence exemption for share deals The Dutch government launched an online consultation on a draft bill to exclude the application of the RETT concurrence exemption as per 1 January 2024 in case of the acquisition of a share interest in companies owning newly developed real estate.
Stibbe contributes to Chambers ESG Guide 2024 The year 2024 has been notable for developments in ESG. Climate cases, impactful new laws and regulations, and geopolitical developments have shaped – or will largely shape – companies' choices. Stibbe has been a key contributor to the Chambers ESG Guide.
European Court of Human Rights rules in landmark case that governments must combat climate change The European Court of Human Rights rules that governments have an obligation to take effective measures to meet climate targets and combat the harmful effects of climate change.
Available now: the 2025 real estate guide The third edition of our real estate legal guide is available now, specifically designed for investors and developers in Belgian real estate. It offers clear and practical insights into the key legal aspects shaping Belgium's real estate landscape.
The 2025 Spring Memorandum of the Dutch Ministry of Finance The Dutch Ministry of Finance's 2025 Spring Memorandum outlines key tax updates affecting international businesses, including changes to the lucrative interest scheme, new anti-abuse measures, and proposals to boost employee participation.
Upper House Approval of Dutch 2024 Tax Package and certain other proposals On Tuesday 19 December 2023 – exactly three months after publication – the Upper House of the Dutch parliament adopted the 2024 Tax Package (Pakket Belastingplan) including the 2024 Tax Plan (Belastingplan) and certain other proposals that were published.