Sebastian de Bruijn

Attorney-at-law | Senior Associate
Sebastian de Bruijn

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Governance ESG & Sustainability Public Law Litigation Mediation Real Estate

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Sebastian specialises in litigation, governance and administrative law issues, and acts in civil and administrative law proceedings. He is a member of Houthoff’s multidisciplinary governance team.

Sebastian co-authored a chapter on the Dutch manual Handboek on Corporate Governance on boardroom dynamics. In addition to his work at Houthoff, he is part of the Steering Committee of Young Patrons Circle of Dutch National Opera & Ballet.

  • LL.M. Civil Law (cum laude) (Leiden University)
  • LL.B. Law (University of Amsterdam)
  • Minor Law (Institut d’études politiques de Paris (Sciences Po), Paris)
  • Minor Law (Humboldt-Universitä, Berlin)

Expertises

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.
ESG & Sustainability
Behind the daily headlines on sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues hide complex challenges such as permitting, subsidies, funding and reporting obligations. These matters affect the expectations and demands of all corporate stakeholders.
Public Law
The growth in Dutch and European regulation has an effect on all sectors. The relationship between government bodies and market parties is governed by regulation in areas such as financial and other supervision, the environment, spatial planning, land, procurement, health and safety, and tax.
Litigation
Business disputes can have a major impact on your organisation's reputation, continuity and financial position. Conflicts are becoming increasingly common due to growing regulation and social pressure. Shareholder disputes, contractual conflicts, directors' liability and collective actions invariably call for a well thought-out strategy and a thorough understanding of the sector.
Mediation
Business conflicts are inevitable and nothing new. However, they are becoming more commonplace in the wake of developments in society, as an increasingly diverse group of stakeholders exerts pressure in the boardroom and society is growing more juridified. To resolve these conflicts, parties increasingly explore alternative methods.
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.
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.
ESG & Sustainability
Behind the daily headlines on sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues hide complex challenges such as permitting, subsidies, funding and reporting obligations. These matters affect the expectations and demands of all corporate stakeholders.
Public Law
The growth in Dutch and European regulation has an effect on all sectors. The relationship between government bodies and market parties is governed by regulation in areas such as financial and other supervision, the environment, spatial planning, land, procurement, health and safety, and tax.
Litigation
Business disputes can have a major impact on your organisation's reputation, continuity and financial position. Conflicts are becoming increasingly common due to growing regulation and social pressure. Shareholder disputes, contractual conflicts, directors' liability and collective actions invariably call for a well thought-out strategy and a thorough understanding of the sector.
Mediation
Business conflicts are inevitable and nothing new. However, they are becoming more commonplace in the wake of developments in society, as an increasingly diverse group of stakeholders exerts pressure in the boardroom and society is growing more juridified. To resolve these conflicts, parties increasingly explore alternative methods.
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.

Publications

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30 August 2022
30 August 2022
Boardroom dynamics I: operationele processen en uitdagingen voor de raad van commissarissen. Handboek Corporate Governance. Boom.
21 March 2022
21 March 2022
Schorsing van executiemaatregelen vanwege de coronacrisis. Tijdschrift Huurrecht in Praktijk.
29 September 2021
29 September 2021
Dwangsom bij naleving voorwaarden door derden. Noot bij HR. TvHB.

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