Jaap Geleijns
About Jaap Geleijns
Jaap Geleijns is a Managing Associate and Advocaat specializing in Private Equity and M&A at Linklaters in Amsterdam, where he has worked since 2012. He holds an LL.M. in International Business Law and has extensive experience in corporate governance, restructurings, and joint ventures.
Work at Linklaters
Jaap Geleijns has been a Managing Associate and Advocaat specializing in Private Equity and M&A at Linklaters since 2012. His role involves advising on corporate governance matters and focusing on major cross-border public and private M&A transactions. He has accumulated over 12 years of experience in this position, contributing to the firm's reputation in the Amsterdam Area, Netherlands.
Education and Expertise
Jaap Geleijns holds an LL.M. in International Business Law from Tilburg University, where he studied from 2010 to 2012. He also earned an LL.B. in Dutch law from the same institution, completing his studies in 2011. Additionally, he studied Corporate Law at the University of Minnesota Law School from 2008 to 2009. His expertise includes corporate restructurings, joint ventures, and corporate governance.
Background
Jaap Geleijns began his legal career with various internships, including a position as a Legal Intern at HBN Law Curacao in 2008. He also interned at Asselbergs & Klinkhamer in 2007 and at Linklaters LLP in 2011. In 2017, he worked as a Secondee at Allens in Sydney, Australia, focusing on Corporate M&A and Capital Markets. He served as a Legal Advisor at Tilburg University from 2008 to 2011.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Jaap Geleijns has gained diverse experience in the legal field. His internships and roles have provided him with insights into various aspects of corporate law, particularly in M&A and private equity. His time at Allens in Sydney allowed him to engage with international legal practices, enhancing his expertise in cross-border transactions.
Academic Background
Jaap Geleijns completed his secondary education at Stedelijk Gymnasium Breda from 2000 to 2006. His academic journey continued at Tilburg University, where he pursued both his LL.B. and LL.M. degrees. His education has laid a strong foundation for his specialization in corporate law and governance.