Eversheds Sutherland boosts its energy offering with new partner appointment

Marc, who joins from Houthoff, brings a wealth of experience and in-depth knowledge in energy and industrial projects. 

Prior to Houthoff, Marc spent 13 years at law firm Simmons & Simmons having also previously served as in-house counsel at DSM and Energie Beheer Nederland (EBN).

Marc’s main focus is on energy and industry related projects, commercial contracting and regulatory advice. He has extensive experience in the energy sector, acting for national and international oil, gas, electricity, renewables and CCS companies. 

Marc provides advice to clients on key areas including electricity, gas, heat, sustainable energy, energy subsidies, the energy transition, and climate change. 

His involvement in energy-related legal proceedings further highlights his comprehensive understanding of the sector's complexities as well as helping to position him as a leading authority within both the energy and legal industries.

Marc is ranked as a ‘leading partner’ in the latest edition of Legal 500 and is described by the legal industry directory as “a true industry specialist and is very easy to work with” and “a disputes-focused counsel to note.” 

Fellow legal industry directory, Chambers and Partners praises Marc for being “an outstanding lawyer with great eye for detail, and very strong drafting skills." The publication also notes that he “demonstrates a natural curiosity to truly understand the intricacies of [our] business, and as such is able to give high-profile and tailor-made advice. He simply is a great guy to work with."

In addition, Marc regularly publishes on energy law in the Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Energierecht journal. He also teaches subjects relating to energy law, including in the context of ‘Energy on Location’, a postgraduate course at the University of Groningen, Netherlands.

Stephen Hill, Partner, and Global Co-Head of Energy, Eversheds Sutherland, said:  

"Marc’s commercially coveted blend of in-house and private practice experience, deep industry understanding and acumen make him an exceptional asset to our teams and clients, providing a competitive edge in a highly ambitious sector. His appointment underpins our commitment to carefully investing in key talent to meet the needs of our local and international client base and capitalise on the many opportunities within the market. We’re thrilled to welcome him."

Natascha Geraedts, Senior Office Partner, Amsterdam, Eversheds Sutherland, said:

"Marc's arrival exemplifies the firm’s unwavering commitment to investing further in the Netherlands. Marc is well-known in the market for his exceptional experience and industry knowledge, which will undoubtedly add significant value to our clients and our practice. He joins a notable list of top talent who have recently become part of our team in Amsterdam, further strengthening our capabilities. We’re thrilled to welcome Marc."

Miriam Van Ee, Corporate Partner, Eversheds Sutherland, said:

“We’re delighted to welcome Marc to Eversheds Sutherland. From a strategic perspective, his appointment not only strengthens our regulatory energy capabilities, but also reaffirms our position as a highly credible energy practice within the Dutch market and more widely. I’m looking forward to welcoming Marc as well as working closely with him to provide the very best service for our clients.”

Marc van Beuge, Eversheds Sutherland, said:

“I’m thoroughly looking forward to joining Eversheds Sutherland. The prospect of joining such a dynamic and ambitious team is exciting as is harnessing the firm's extensive capabilities to explore and capitalise on numerous opportunities available within our target markets. Additionally, I look forward to applying my skills and experience to enhance our position as a ‘go-to’ firm in the energy sector."

Marc’s appointment follows a wave of significant investment by Eversheds Sutherland into its Amsterdam office most recently the arrival of tax partners Chantal Presilli and Zoya Zalmai and lateral Partner hire duo Kees Westermann and Vasco Hoving.