Olav de Wit

Attorney-at-law | Counsel
Olav de Wit

Expertises

Real Estate Procurement Construction & Development Projects & Project Finance Transport & Logistics Arbitration

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Olav specialises in construction law and public procurement law within the Construction & Development practice group. He advises major private and public sector clients in the construction, infrastructure and energy sectors, as well as on procurement matters across a wide range of other industries. In addition, Olav regularly represents clients in litigation and in national and international arbitration proceedings. In doing so, he draws on the extensive litigation experience he has gained over the years, as well as his expertise in, among other things, the procurement of large scale projects and the drafting and review of various forms of complex contractual documentation.

  • LL.M. International Laws (Maastricht University)
  • LL.B. European Law School (Maastricht University)
  • Admitted to the Bar in the Netherlands in 2017

Expertise

Real Estate
The real estate market is constantly evolving, driven by urban growth, sustainability goals, complex financing, and shifting regulations. For companies, investors, and developers, these challenges are rarely simple - making knowledgeable legal advisors essential throughout the real estate lifecycle.
Procurement
Tendering is a careful process that begins with the preparation of the procurement and continues through to the signing of the contract. At every stage – whether it involves drafting documents, conducting procedures, handling complaints, or managing complex disputes – expert guidance is essential.
Construction & Development
Large-scale infrastructure projects, the redevelopment of existing real estate, an increasing focus on sustainability and changes in national and EU laws and regulations. Over the past 20 years, Houthoff’s extensive Construction & Development Team has developed unrivalled knowledge and experience, which means that our clients are always guaranteed the best possible support.
Projects & Project Finance
Project financing forms the backbone of many large construction and infrastructure projects, in both the public and private sectors. These projects often require complex financing structures.
Transport & Logistics
The growing consumer market, the arrival of large European distribution centres and rising demand in the construction sector are all contributing to a greater demand for physical goods flows, and with it a growing need for transport.
Arbitration
Arbitration offers a bespoke way to resolve conflict, particularly when it comes to cross-border disputes. Parties are increasingly choosing arbitration, as it gives them the freedom to appoint specialised arbitrators and determine the place of arbitration and procedural rules themselves.

Publications

1 March 2024
1 March 2024
The FSR: effective tool for fair competition in public procurement procedures or a paper tiger. Competition Law in Practice.

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