Frits van der Woude

Financial Lines verzekeringen / Beroepsaansprakelijkheid / D&O / Cyber / Fraude / Dekkingsgeschillen / Opstellen & beoordelen polisvoorwaarden / Financieel Toezicht / Mediation / Bestuurdersaansprakelijkheid & Boardroom Advies / Specialistische geschilbeslechting

Frits werkte voor zijn overstap naar de advocatuur bijna 20 jaar in de verzekeringsbranche waar hij verschillende juridische (directie)functies vervulde op het gebied van placing en claims. Hij werkt vanaf 2003 als advocaat op het grensgebied van het verzekeringsrecht, beroepsaansprakelijkheid en bestuurders- en commissarissen aansprakelijkheid. Hij treedt op in grote en mediagevoelige dossiers, en adviseert, procedeert en arbitreert over dekkingsgeschillen bij nationale en internationale verzekerinsprogramma’s. Zo was Frits voor verzekeraars betrokken bij de schikking van de aandeelhoudersclaim van Fortis en procedeert hij voor verzekeraars over geschillen rond de verzekering van bestuurders en commissarissen van Imtech.

Hij is als docent-onderzoeker Aansprakelijkheid en Verzekering verbonden aan de Vrije Universiteit van Amsterdam. Frits was voorzitter van de Commissie Verzekering van de Koninklijke Notariële Beroepsorganisatie, is door de Minister benoemd tot lid van de Commissie Werkelijke Schade in de Toeslagenaffaire en was Lid van het Dagelijks bestuur van Kennedy Van der Laan NV. Hij is lid van de Commissie ondersteuning sociale advocaten van de Amsterdamse Orde, verbonden aan de Vereniging voor Verzekeringswetenschap, Vereniging voor Aansprakelijkheid- en Schadevergoedingsrecht en doceert de Masterclass verzekeringsrecht voor het Risk Insurance Traineeship van de Vereniging Nederlandse Assurantie Beurs.

Frits studeerde na zijn economische opleiding Notarieel recht en Nederlands recht, is een getraind mediator en volgde de Commissarissen Opleiding aan de Nyenrode Universiteit.

Chambers Europe 2023 - Insurance - Ranked

Frits Van der Woude represents clients in insurance and liability mandates, particularly focusing on D&O and professional indemnity matters. "The fact that Frits used to work for an insurance broker means that he really understands the questions of the client." "Frits is a deep thinker and strategically really strong."

The Legal 500 EMEA 2022 - Insurance - Tier 1

Reflective of Kennedy Van der Laan‘s presence in the insurance market, it generates mandates from a wide variety of clients, notably insurance companies active in the Netherlands, insurance brokers, loss adjusters, insurance brokers and corporates. The firm is highly active in insurance regulatory matters (an area that is led by Jan Broekhuizen), and it also provides assistance with policy drafting and reviews of policy wording. In addition, insurance claims are another key pillar of the practice; a name to note in this space is Peter van den Broek, whose workload includes international claims and construction-related coverage disputes. Frits van der Woude focuses on policy disputes and professional indemnity claims, and he is also an expert in in D&O liability and professional liability. Chris van Dijk and Petra Oskam are particularly well-known for their personal injury expertise. Erik van Orsouw is another experienced practitioner at the firm.

Chambers Europe 2022 - Insurance - Ranked

Frits Van der Woude represents clients in insurance and liability matters in relation to bankruptcy proceedings, including D&O and professional indemnity. Clients consider him to be "a hands-on lawyer with deep knowledge of the insurance industry."

Chambers Europe 2021 - Insurance - Ranked

Frits van der Woude represents clients in coverage disputes regarding D&O and professional indemnity. He also advises on insurance and liability matters in relation to bankruptcy proceedings.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2020 - Insurance

The team at Kennedy Van der Laan 'provides practical solutions' and also stands out for its 'strong personal relationship' with clients. The firm has a strong record in advising on all aspects of Dutch and European financial services regulation applicable to insurers, brokers and other insurance distributors, as well as assisting with claims and reviewing policy wordings. The 'experienced' Peter van den Broek specialises in product recall. For corporate insurance matters, Jan Broekhuizen is the name to note and Erik van Orsouw leads on work with insurance brokers and intermediaries. Also recommended are Chris van Dijk, Frits van der Woude, Petra Oskam and senior associate Mark Wisse.

Chambers Europe 2020 - Insurance - Ranked

Frits Van der Woude is noted for his expertise in financial lines, and has significant knowledge of D&O and professional indemnity cases. One client states: "He is a pragmatic person with a hands-on approach in handling issues. He listens to clients' requests and is solution-driven."

The Legal 500 EMEA 2019 - Insurance

Kennedy Van der Laan 'has a pragmatic approach, focuses on priorities, and is a great partner'. Peter van den Broek is recommended along with Frits van der Woude and associate Mark Wisse. Senior partners Erik van Orsouw heads the insurance and liability practice and Chris van Dijk has a focus on claims relating to personal injuries. AIG, Zurich, Chubb, and AON are clients and recent work includes advising on large claims in the construction industry; various regulations and advice on insurance and liability issues in connection with the use of asbestos and the insurance implications of product recalls.

Chambers Europe 2019 - Insurance - Ranked

Frits Van der Woude is noted for his expertise in financial lines, and has significant knowledge of D&O and professional indemnity cases. One client states: "He is a pragmatic person with a hands-on approach in handling issues. He listens to clients' requests and is solution-driven."

Chambers Europe 2018 - Insurance and Liability - Ranked

"Frits Van der Woude draws on extensive prior experience of working in the insurance industry to advise clients on a range of matters, including D&O, professional liability and professional indemnity claims, as well as policy and coverage issues. Clients enthuse that he is "a true professional with an impressive track record who is really connected in the insurance industry."

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