Kasper van der Sanden

Attorney-at-law | Senior Associate
Kasper van der Sanden

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Corporate/M&A Capital Markets Private Equity Governance

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Kasper is a senior associate in the Corporate M&A practice. He advises corporates, financial sponsors and founder-led businesses on complex cross-border corporate transactions, including public and private M&A, private equity, public offers, listings and divestments. Drawing on a background in corporate litigation, Kasper also regularly advises on joint ventures, corporate governance, and securities regulatory compliance in multi-jurisdictional contexts. From January to December 2024, he was based in Houthoff’s New York office.

Kasper has co-authored articles in Tijdschrift Ondernemingsrecht and the International Comparative Legal Guide to Mergers & Acquisitions.

  • Advised Ally Bridge Group on its €30 million PIPE investment in the business combination between BenevolentAI, a UK-based leading clinical-stage AI drug discovery company, and Odyssey Acquisition SA, a SPAC listed on Euronext Amsterdam. With this business combination, BenevolentAI is valued at €1.1 billion (pre-money) and €1.5 billion (post-money).
  • Advised Lumileds, a global leader in innovative lighting solutions, in its comprehensive financial restructuring. Lumileds emerged from a Chapter 11, resulting in a leadership transition and a funded debt reduction of approximately USD 1.4 billion.
  • Advised Seek Limited on the sale of Brasil Online Holdings Coöperatief U.A. and Online Career Center Mexico, S.A.P.I. de C.V. to Red Arbor Holding, S.L. for a cash consideration of USD 85 million.
More recent work
  • LL.M. Company Law (cum laude) (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam)
  • LL.B. Dutch Law (University of Amsterdam)
  • BSc History (University of Amsterdam)
  • Exchange Programme (University of Texas, Austin) (School of Law)
  • Exchange Programme (University of Toronto, Canada) (Faculty of Law)
  • Admitted to the Bar in the Netherlands in 2018

Expertise

Corporate/M&A
Mergers and acquisitions are among the most transformative decisions a business can make – whether driven by ambitions for growth, entry into new markets, evolving industry dynamics or long-term investment objectives. These transactions demand clear insight and the ability to navigate legal and regulatory complexity across jurisdictions.
Capital Markets
Whether you want to raise capital through equity, debt or alternative forms of financing, you need to thoroughly understand the sector and the legal ins and outs of domestic and international capital market regulations.
Private Equity
Houthoff advises private equity clients on transactions, acquisitions, financing and structuring. Our team offers strategic and legal support from entry to exit.
Governance
Governance and supervision within large corporations and (semi-)public institutions require careful consideration. Supervisory board members often find themselves in a complex position: they must remain sufficiently involved in the company’s management while also maintaining their independent role. Striking the right balance is essential, especially when the pressure is high and the stakes are significant.
Corporate/M&A
Mergers and acquisitions are among the most transformative decisions a business can make – whether driven by ambitions for growth, entry into new markets, evolving industry dynamics or long-term investment objectives. These transactions demand clear insight and the ability to navigate legal and regulatory complexity across jurisdictions.
Capital Markets
Whether you want to raise capital through equity, debt or alternative forms of financing, you need to thoroughly understand the sector and the legal ins and outs of domestic and international capital market regulations.
Private Equity
Houthoff advises private equity clients on transactions, acquisitions, financing and structuring. Our team offers strategic and legal support from entry to exit.
Governance
Governance and supervision within large corporations and (semi-)public institutions require careful consideration. Supervisory board members often find themselves in a complex position: they must remain sufficiently involved in the company’s management while also maintaining their independent role. Striking the right balance is essential, especially when the pressure is high and the stakes are significant.

Publications

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24 February 2025
24 February 2025
Mergers & Acquisitions Laws and Regulations 2025, Relevant Authorities and Legislation. ICLG.
4 March 2024
4 March 2024
Mergers & Acquisitions Laws and Regulations 2024, Relevant Authorities and Legislation. ICLG.
17 July 2023
17 July 2023
International Comparative Legal Guide to: Mergers & Acquisitions 2023, 17th edition. Global Legal Group.

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