Philippe van den Heuvel

Lawyer

Philippe van den Heuvel

Lawyer

Philippe van den Heuvel specializes in insolvency and corporate law. He serves as a trustee in bankruptcy proceedings and advises companies and directors on restructurings, directors’ liability, and securities. In corporate law, his primary focus is on mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, he provides legal counsel and litigates on corporate matters, including (international) commercial contracts, debt collection, compliance issues, and internal business disputes.

 

Pragmatic and Strategic Approach

With over a decade of experience (admitted to the bar in 2012), Philippe understands what truly matters to entrepreneurs. His extensive expertise in bankruptcy proceedings has given him a sharp understanding of business operations, strong financial insight, and a results-driven mindset.

Philippe prioritizes the prevention and resolution of disputes, recognizing that this approach best serves the strategic and commercial interests of businesses and clients. However, when necessary, he takes a decisive and assertive stance to protect his clients’ interests effectively.

Winners compare their achievements with their goals, while losers compare their achievements with those of other people.

- Nido Qubein – Lebanese-American entrepeneur and motivational speaker , 1948

Specialisations

Postgraduate Education

  • Grotius Specialist Programme in Insolvency Law

Memberships

  • Member of the Association of Insolvency Lawyers (INSOLAD)

Teaching & Guest Lectures

  • Lecturer in Corporate and Insolvency Law at the Faculty of Law, Maastricht University
  • Insolvency Law
  • Bankruptcy
  • Suspension of Payments (Surséance van Betaling)
  • Debt Restructuring (WSNP)
  • Corporate Law
  • Directors’ Liability
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Companies
  • Associations and Foundations

*These registrations require Philippe to obtain ten continuing education points annually in each registered area of law, in accordance with the standards set by the Dutch Bar Association.