This year’s results highlight the breadth and depth of our firm. Houthoff is ranked in eight practice areas, demonstrating our ability to deliver high‑quality legal advice across a wide range of disciplines. In addition, 16 of our lawyers have received individual rankings, underlining the expertise, dedication and teamwork that define our firm.
Our purpose, Making our Clients and People successful, remains at the heart of everything we do. These rankings are a meaningful acknowledgment of the close collaboration with our clients and the commitment of our people to delivering outstanding results. Here are a few select quotes from our clients:
Arbitration – Band 1 Ranked
“The team consists of excellent lawyers who combine top-tier legal knowledge with business savviness. The more complex the matter, the more value Houthoff adds.”
Litigation – Band 1 Ranked
“The Houthoff team is very flexible, to the point and has a great feeling for commercial dimensions. Its turnaround times are extremely impressive, all while maintaining the highest output standards.”
International & Cross-Border Disputes – Band 1 Ranked
“Houthoff’s extensive global network and cross-border experience enable them to deliver strategic jurisdiction-spanning solutions that few firms can match.”
International & Cross-Border Transactions – Band 2 Ranked
“The firm handles cross-border issues extremely well. They make strong pitches, and the lawyers have great experience combined with affability.”
Capital Markets: Equity – Band 2 Ranked
“What impresses me is the remarkable strategic foresight they show, accurately anticipating complex dynamics throughout the transaction.”
Albert Knigge – Band 1 Ranked
“Albert Knigge is very experienced, sharp and has a clear vision of the strategy to be followed.”
Dirk Knottenbelt – Band 1 Ranked
“Dirk Knottenbelt is amazing. He has a lot of experience and is the most reasonable person in the room.”
Jan Willem de Groot – Band 1 Ranked
“Jan Willem de Groot excels in understanding the various arguments in a matter and then articulating this in a statement or brief in a very compelling manner.”
Thomas Stouten – Band 2 Ranked
“Thomas Stouten exemplifies the kind of arbitration counsel you want in your corner: precise, persuasive and completely reliable.”
Jetty Tukker – Band 2 Ranked
“Jetty Tukker embodies the highest standards of legal practice and continues to set a benchmark for excellence in the ECM space. I recommend her without reservation.”
Philip van der Eijk – Up and Coming
“Philip van der Eijk is a skilled lawyer who has an overview of the cases, communicates pleasantly and is very punctual in keeping to his agreements.”
Marjolein Heuten – Up and Coming
“Marjolein Heuten has a very keen eye on detail. She leaves no stone untouched in order to best argue the position of the client.”
Fleur Tuinzing – Westerhuis – Up and Coming
“I really appreciate that she is pragmatic, straight to the point and understands what the case is about. She is a hands-on IP lawyer.”
Thank you to our clients for their continued support and trust in Houthoff. Together, we will continue to achieve great things.
To learn more about our rankings and explore the Chambers Global Guide 2026, visit the Chambers and Partners website.
