Biography

Willem de Nijs Bik joined Simmons & Simmons in 1989, became a partner in 1997 and was head of the Dutch corporate department between 1998 – 2002. Mr de Nijs Bik was a member of the representative body of delegates of The Netherlands Bar Association between 1992 – 2003. He has advised on a broad range of corporate work both for a number of listed and non-listed companies. He also frequently advises regional and municipal authorities in relation to corporate/M&A and corporate governance issues. Mr de Nijs Bik has written several acclaimed publications on corporate law, and frequently lectures on the subject. Legal 500 has recognised Willem de Nijs Bik as ‘highly regarded’ and among the leading Dutch Corporate lawyers.