Rotterdam

Wence Rupert  

Wence is a liability and insurance law specialist known for his strategic mindset and precision in both litigation and advisory work, particularly in cases involving directors’ liability, product liability, policy-related disputes, and professional indemnity claims. He represented insurers in the largest bankruptcy in Dutch history and nationalisations of two Dutch banks. 

Peter Knijp 

Peter has built a distinguished legal career with deep expertise in liability, insurance, and personal injury law. Peter is valued for his precision, strategic mindset, and commitment to achieving fair and effective outcomes. He is a member of the Dutch Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (LSA), where he served on the board for three years. Peter teaches at the Grotius Academy, offering courses on topics such as traffic liability, international private law, and international travel agreements. 

Frits van der Woude  

Frits is a highly experienced legal professional with over 20 years in the insurance industry (placing and claims) and over 20 years as a lawyer specialising in insurance and liability law. He played a key role in adapting English insurance policies for the Dutch market and acts in large and media-sensitive cases in national and international insurance programs.  

He was appointed by the Minister of Finance as a member of the Advisory Committee in response to the childcare benefits scandal. Frits is a respected lecturer in insurance law at the Vrije Universiteit of Amsterdam, combining academic insight with practical expertise.