M&A
Due to the ever-growing value of intellectual property (IP), an IP portfolio’s impact on a merger or acquisition is increasingly critical. Understanding this impact requires a thorough understanding of (cross-border) IP, both on management and technical level, combined with an in-depth knowledge of due diligence processes in mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Arnold & Siedsma has a team of M&A specialists that combine an in-depth knowledge of intellectual property and technology with a thorough understanding of due diligence processes in M&A. We assist our clients (buyer or seller) to navigate the complex cross-border IP landscape to optimize the value of their transactions.
Our mission is to deliver clear and concise advice on the impact of the IP portfolio for our clients’ present and future business.
- The approach is characterized by attention to detail and a hands-on mentality to provide high-end advice to our clients. This includes:
executing an in-depth due diligence of the IP portfolio, including identification of risks and (potential) gains - providing an overview of the commercial relevance of the portfolio, and
- integrating the results in the overarching (due diligence of) the M&A process.
The team
Laurens Brocken
Laurens is a European patent attorney and a M&A project manager combining technical knowledge with a hands-on mentality. Due to his background in chemistry, he understands complex (technical) processes and can translate these into clear project objectives. Clients describe Laurens as commercially sensitive and driven to timely deliver high-quality advice.
Vincent Rijsdijk
Vincent is a European patent attorney with a combined background in mechanical engineering and law. This allows him to rapidly assess IP-portfolio’s and identify (legal) risks associated therewith. Due to his previous experience as consultant, he combines legal and technical expertise with economic interests associated with due diligences in the M&A practice. Clients describe Vincent as involved and driven to provide clear IP advice that is seamlessly embedded in other due diligence aspects.
Nicole van Roon
Nicole is a trademark and design attorney with a background in business law and IP law. This combination provides Nicole with a thorough understanding of the role of IP in a business environment. Due to her background and her extensive experience in the field of trademarks and designs, Nicole can identify business risks and opportunities in M&A that result from IP.
Clients describe Nicole creative and driven to provide high-quality advice.
Elka Stegeman
Elka is a trademark and design attorney working for both multinationals and SMEs. Her background in IP-law and her extensive experience allow Elka to combine in-depth knowledge with a clear strategy that includes practical circumstances and the clients business goals. This results in a clear overview on presence, strength and value of trademark and design rights in light of the broader business strategy and due-diligence checks. Clients describe her as a dedicated and client-focussed person with a keen eye for the overall picture.
Martin Luten
Martin is a European patent attorney and principal of Arnold & Siedsma who is specialized in (bio)medical and mechanical engineering. His ample experience in advising multinational clients in international patent disputes provide him with an excellent understanding of commercial considerations relating to IP.
Clients describe Martin as creative and understanding, providing pragmatic solutions.
Gerwald Verdijck
Gerwald is a European patent attorney and principal of Arnold & Siedsma who is specialized in mechanics, physics, water technology, control systems, and aviation. His extensive experience covers all aspects of patents, including providing strategic patent advice at management level. Due to his industrial market experience obtained before joining Arnold & Siedsma, he has an outstanding ability to outline the practical implications of an IP portfolio in business environments. Clients describe Gerwald as accurate and consistent with a focus on results.
