Attorney-at-law
Jan ter Horst (1964) started his career with NautaDutilh in Amsterdam in 1991. He also worked from the branch office in New York. From 1995 through 2001, Jan practised as company lawyer at KLM and Mexx and became very familiar with the other side of the table. In 2002, he resumed practising as attorney-at-law, first at a small office from 2002-2003. As from 2004, he practiced with what is now Eversheds Sutherland in Rotterdam and Amsterdam. At this internationally operating firm, alongside his practice, Jan fulfilled the role of managing partner.
Specialisation
His work concentrates mainly on advising on mergers and acquisitions, management buy-outs, due diligence, joint ventures and other collaborations, disputes between shareholders and general contract law. Jan also acts as mediator.
Work experience
- NautaDutilh: attorney-at-law from 1991-1995
- KLM and Mexx: company lawyer from 1995-2001
- Eversheds Sutherland: partner from 2004 – 2016; of counsel 2017-2018
Education
- University of Amsterdam, 2018 (Legal Business Mediator (ACB accredited))
- University of Amsterdam, 1991 (Dutch Law)
- University of Amsterdam, 1987 (Dutch Language and Literature (majoring in Argumentation Theory))
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Testimonials
Pieter van Herk (Connect Invest / Vastgoedfondsenscan)
I have been working with Jan ter Horst for years and with Bastiaan Siemers for a number of years now. It is beyond doubt that they are professionals, who assist us very adequately in legal matters, but even more important is the fact that they are also particularly sympathetic individuals, which definitely contributes to our pleasant cooperation!
Patrick Jacobs (REYM B.V.)
Whenever necessary, we are assisted by Legaltree’s Jan ter Horst. He is a skilled lawyer with an excellent feel for the business. He listens attentively, gets involved in the matter and subsequently presents us with sound and well-balanced advice that does justice to the case. Focused and firm when necessary, putting matters into perspective when possible. In addition, it is simply a pleasure to work with him.
Thomas Smit (Edu Omnia B.V.)
Extremely satisfied with the matter-of-fact and adequate way in which Jan provides his services, both in drafting contracts and in providing legal assistance in a dispute. Moreover, it is never difficult to reach him.
Jurriaan Pröpper (ZEPCAM BV)
Jan ter Horst is a lawyer who always tries to achieve the maximum result for his client, an attitude requiring both excellent legal and business skills and a knowledge of people, which is a special combination, since it not only ensures the client of the best possible result, but also of savings in terms of time and costs. Moreover, he is a very pleasant person, someone it is a pleasure to work with.
H.K. Swaters (De Nieuwe Zorgorganisatie)
In several issues and procedures, as well as in a number of procedural legal matters, the New Care Organisation has become acquainted with several Legaltree partners. First and foremost, there is the expertise of Jan ter Horst, Willemijn Lever and Sander Oorthuys that stands out. Their advice is ‘to the point’, which has enabled our organisation to structure itself in a better way and, consequently, to perform and operate at a higher level. In procedures, our interests as a client are always recognized, while a risk assessment and reasonableness always form part of the basis for their balanced advice. As a result, we, as a client of Legaltree, have always received the best possible assistance.
Christian Martin (Medicom Healthcare)
Working with Jan at Legaltree has been a fantastic experience. Jan uses a perfect blend of commercial acumen, legal knowledge and practicality to get the job done. He does all this with a great team spirit. It is easy to forget you aren’t in the same company because the goals are so well aligned.