Van Doorne appoints three new partners effective January 1, 2025
Van Doorne is pleased to announce the appointment of Anneloes van Uhm, Nick Suurmond, and Maarten Appels as partners, effective January 1, 2025. These appointments highlight the firm’s continued growth and development, aligning with its strategic focus on the major global transitions.
Anneloes van Uhm has been a lawyer at Van Doorne since 2011 and advises clients on complex financing transactions. She has extensive experience in corporate financing, including acquisition financing, working capital, and real estate. Additionally, she has a strong focus on the semi-public sector, where she assists borrowers in securing significant financing for investments.
Nick Suurmond has been part of Van Doorne’s leading Healthcare & Life Sciences team for over 10 years, advising a wide range of clients in the sector. Nick combines his comprehensive legal expertise with in-depth sector knowledge and primarily advises clients on collaborations, transactions, and governance matters. In his new role as partner, he looks forward to further solidifying the team’s top position.
Maarten Appels has been appointed partner in Van Doorne’s Corporate/M&A team. A notary (appointed) with a specific focus on M&A transactions, private equity, shareholder agreements, joint ventures, and (cross-border) restructurings, Maarten also provides advice on corporate governance and ESG-related issues.
Sjoerd Kamerbeek, managing partner of Van Doorne, commented on the appointments: “We are extremely proud that Anneloes, Nick, and Maarten are taking this step. Their appointments are a recognition of their hard work and dedication, and we are confident that they will make a significant contribution to the continued growth and development of our firm. With their expertise and experience, we can better support our clients in the transitions towards a sustainable and balanced economy.”
The appointments of Anneloes, Nick, and Maarten are an important step in strengthening Van Doorne’s partner team and reflect the firm’s commitment to developing and promoting talent from within.
