Corporate Partner Herke van Hulst joins Osborne Clarke

Herke has over 18 years’ experience in both the national and international transaction and advisory practice. She specialises in venture capital, private equity, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures and advises clients on corporate governance and other corporate law issues.

Bas Beenen, Managing Partner at Osborne Clarke NL, said: “Herke is an experienced corporate lawyer with a strong client oriented approach and outstanding track record. Her appointment fits perfectly with the ambitions of Osborne Clarke to become the legal advisor for transactions in the Tech, Media and Comms and Life Science & Healthcare sector.”

Simon Beswick, CEO, Osborne Clarke International, said: “We are currently enjoying fantastic success as a result of addressing client needs in various sectors through a Partner led service that delivers legal solutions at great value. This is only achievable by having expert lawyers who really understand our clients, their goals and competitive pressures. We are thrilled to welcome Herke to OC as she has much to offer our clients internationally and in the Netherlands in many corporate transactions and will play a critical role in helping us to build Europe’s finest venture capital practice.”

Herke van Hulst said: “Osborne Clarke distinguishes itself through a combination of outstanding legal advice, the strong sector focus, and a pragmatic and business-oriented approach, beside the great team! This fits with my ambition to best service clients. What also appeals to me about the firm is the focus on innovation, the informal business culture and the tremendous growth in the Netherlands and internationally that the firm is going through.”