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    Michiel Melief

    Lawyer

    Michiel Melief advises companies, private equity investors and financial institutions in the field of mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and general corporate law matters. 

    All round. Involved. Independent.

    Michiel has wide experience in the purchase and sale of companies in various sectors, including life sciences, technology and IT.

    Mergers & Acquisitions Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology and Medical Devices Technology, Media & Telecom

    Recommendations

    Ranked in Chambers Global and Chambers Europe 2022, Corporate and M&A: Mid Market
    "They really work together as team, bringing in knowledge or other disciplines if needed". The Legal 500 2022, Healthcare.
    "Impressive healthcare practice with an unparalleled strength in the hospital and elderly care sector" - Chambers Europe 2020, Healthcare
    "Van Doorne fields a dedicated team of specialists" - The Legal 500 2020, Healthcare & Life Sciences
    "creative thinkers who are hands on and offer notable expertise and knowledge of the healthcare sector"  - Chambers Europe 2020, Healthcare
    "... the team's 'excellent combination of knowledge and experience', and underline that the lawyers 'take care of deadlines and provide clear communication'"  - Chambers Europe 2020, Healthcare
    "Thanks to the team's natural ability, incredible experience and in-depth knowledge, even the most complex and sophisticated matters seem to be dealt with based on a seamless, well-oiled playbook" - Chambers Europe 2023, IT & IT Outsourcing."
    "Always on point, and the lawyers are capable of providing excellent advice in a very short amount of time" - Chambers Europe 2022, TMT: IT & IT Outsourcing
    "Van Doorne is a very client-friendly organisation, easily accessible, well aware of the latest developments in the field of legislation and regulations and a valuable support for us". The Legal 500 2022, Information Technology.
    "Very proactive and so useful with our privacy work and social media clients, a great firm". The Legal 500 2022, Media and Entertainment.

    More by Michiel Melief

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  • Article

    Distressed M&A in the Netherlands 2022

    22 December 2021
    In this edition, key questions about Distressed M&A transactions in the Netherlands, covering issues such as Market climate, Due diligence, Transaction structures, Regulations and updates & trends are answered by Van Doorne specialists Jeroen Sombezki, Jelmer Baukema, Michiel Melief, Sanne Strijbos, Willemijn Bouman and Vivan IJzerman, who were invited to contribute to the The Netherlands chapter of the 2022 Lexology GTDT – Distressed M&A handbook.
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    Distressed M&A Transactions in the Netherlands 2021 Getting the Getting the Deal Through

    29 December 2020
    Distressed M&A is a comprehensive guide to law and regulation governing the sale of businesses in financial distress. Topics covered include the market climate and legal framework; transaction structures and the sale process: the critical areas for due diligence; valuation and financing; relevant documentation; and regulatory and judicial approval and dispute resolution.
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    Van Doorne opts for strategic expansion Corporate law practice with a new team Strong (international) focus on tech-M&A, private equity and venture capital

    01 September 2020
    Van Doorne will have a reinforcement of M&A specialists at its disposal as of 1 September. This summer Meltem Koning-Gungormez (1981) was appointed as a new partner, as were three talented employees from her team: Michiel Melief, Hanne van 't Klooster and Frederiek Maessen.
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