Martijn Maathuis
About Martijn Maathuis
Martijn Maathuis is a Senior Editor at Practical Law, currently working at Thomson Reuters in Amsterdam since 2020. He has a diverse legal background with extensive experience in corporate and commercial law, particularly in tech ventures and international partnerships.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Martijn Maathuis has been serving as a Senior Editor for Practical Law at Thomson Reuters since 2020. His role is based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. In this position, he focuses on providing legal resources and insights that assist legal professionals in navigating complex legal issues. His work contributes to the development of practical guidance that is widely utilized in the legal community.
Education and Expertise
Martijn Maathuis has an extensive educational background in law. He achieved an LL.M in Corporate & Commercial Law from UCL in 1996. He also studied at Leiden University, where he earned an LLB in Nederlands recht, civiel. His legal education includes specialized training in mergers and acquisitions from Radboud University. Additionally, he completed an Advocatenstage at the Nederlandse Orde van Advocaten. His studies have equipped him with a strong foundation in corporate governance, commercial contracts, and dispute resolution.
Background
Martijn Maathuis has a diverse legal career that spans over two decades. He began his professional journey at Baker & McKenzie as an associate from 1997 to 2003. He then took on the role of interim legal counsel at TNT in 2006. Since 2018, he has also worked as a Legal Consultant in Corporate & Commercial law at King Salomon Legal. His experience includes working with multiple international law firms, which has enriched his legal perspective and expertise.
Achievements
Martijn Maathuis has developed a strong focus on tech ventures and IT-related commercial contracts. He has extensive experience in structuring joint ventures and partnerships, particularly within the tech and real estate sectors. His specialization in advising on director’s liability and dispute resolution highlights his expertise in corporate governance. His strategic legal advice is tailored for international entrepreneurs and companies, reflecting his commitment to addressing complex legal challenges.