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Having a clear view of developments in class actions, particularly in Europe, is key. Isabella Wijnberg, lead researcher of the Houthoff Class Action Survey, has an in-depth understanding of the field. She foresees greater market harmonisation and a rise in number of cases. In the final episode of the Class Action in Action podcast series, Isabella shares her compelling vision of what lies ahead.…
In Italy, mass claims are relatively new. In recent years, the number of cases has grown significantly, with 35 new cases filed in 2025 alone. This development requires adjustments from both lawyers and their clients. Luca Ferrari from Milan is Head of the Finance & Financial Services Litigation Practice Area at the leading firm Chiomenti. He explains what these adjustments entail. ABOUT CLASS…
The European Representative Actions Directive has not yet been implemented in Spain. When and how this will happen remains to be seen. Once it does, it will have a significant impact on the work of Miguel Ángel Cepero, a lawyer in Madrid at the renowned firm Uría Menéndez. He hopes the system will not follow the American or Dutch model. ABOUT CLASS ACTION IN ACTION PODCAST In the ever-changing…
If there is one European jurisdiction where the mass claims landscape has undergone significant change in recent years, it is the Netherlands. These developments bring both opportunities and challenges. The key question is: how should organisations navigate this evolving landscape? In this episode, mass claims expert Albert Knigge reflects on the impact of these developments on day-to-day practice…
Mass claims in Germany are picking up speed. Yet the system in Europe’s largest economy is still waiting for major reforms. Henner Schläfke, head of the class and mass action defence practice group at Germany’s leading law firm Noerr, sheds light on current developments and possible next steps. One thing is certain: small issues can lead to large-scale risks. ABOUT CLASS ACTION IN ACTION PODCAST…
To opt in or to opt out, that is the question. After ten years of the opt-out system, the UK government has launched a consultation to review its future. Defence lawyer and specialist Alex Evans of London’s top firm Macfarlanes shares his perspective and explains which of the two he believes is the right approach. ABOUT CLASS ACTION IN ACTION PODCAST The world of class actions is undergoing rapid…
Although Portugal is a relatively small jurisdiction, it has become the European epicentre of class actions. Sofia Vaz Sampaio, head of the litigation and arbitration team at the top ranked Morais Leitão in Lisbon, is at the forefront of these developments. Has the number of cases peaked, or are there signs of stabilisation? ABOUT CLASS ACTION IN ACTION PODCAST The world of class actions is…
The world of class actions is undergoing rapid transformation. Legislative frameworks are evolving and collective litigation is gaining traction, placing more organisations at the centre of complex mass claims. In season two of the Houthoff podcast series Class Action in Action, defence lawyers from different jurisdictions once again share their insights and expectations for the near future.…
Deglobalisation has a very noticeable impact on M&A deals. The higher the world tension, the more checks governments carry out during the deal process. This dynamic can lead to extra complexity. Houthoff partner and M&A lawyer Philip van der Eijk knows very well how to handle it. He explains to Dave Cohen the current challenges in cross-border deals.
If the former General Counsel of Dutch semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia learned anything from being majorly hit by the impact of deglobalisation, it is: think like a Corporate Affairs Officer, invest in relationships before you need them, and implement scenario planning. Charles Smit, now Associate Partner at FGS Hague Corporate Affairs, shares his experiences with Dave Cohen and offers advice…
