Frank Weidema

Netherlands

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Frank Weidema is a partner of WVT based in Switzerland with more than thirty years of experience in international tax and corporate law. He advises on the structuring of complex, multi-jurisdictional arrangements and related transactions. He was admitted to the Brussels bar in 1994 and is also admitted to the Amsterdam and Luxembourg bars.

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A Dutch-Speaking Lawyer in Switzerland: What WVT Can Do for You Corporate lawFiscal law This article sets out how WVT supports Dutch-speaking clients establishing a presence in Switzerland, covering incorporation choices between the GmbH and AG, cantonal selection, work and residence permits, and cross-border tax treaty considerations. It also addresses Switzerland's evolving beneficial-ownership transparency regime under the LETA. The piece is aimed at Dutch founders, in-house counsel and finance leads planning a Swiss entity or relocation. Adverit Amsterdam, Netherlands04 Oct 2026 What Is ATAD 3? The Unshell Directive and What Replaced It Fiscal lawCorporate law This article discusses the EU's proposed ATAD 3 'Unshell' Directive aimed at curbing the misuse of shell entities for tax purposes, and what has replaced or superseded the original proposal. It explains the substance indicators the directive sought to introduce and their implications for holding structures. The piece is relevant to groups using EU holding entities that could face substance scrutiny. Adverit Amsterdam, Netherlands04 Oct 2026

International Tax Structuring Done Right: A Practical Guide for Cross-Border Groups Fiscal lawCorporate law This guide addresses practical international tax structuring considerations for cross-border groups, illustrated by an example of a founder shifting intellectual property between jurisdictions. It covers key structuring principles for multinational groups. The piece is aimed at founders and finance leads managing cross-border operations. By Marie De Wit · Adverit Amsterdam, Netherlands04 Sep 2026 Pitfalls in International M&A Tax Planning: What Acquirers Get Wrong Fiscal lawCorporate law This article identifies common mistakes made by acquirers in structuring cross-border mergers and acquisitions from a tax perspective. It covers issues such as inadequate due diligence on target tax positions and missteps in post-acquisition integration. The piece is intended for corporate acquirers and deal teams operating across multiple jurisdictions. By Marie De Wit · Adverit Amsterdam, Netherlands04 Sep 2026

QA TEST ARTICLE Corporate law Blazer chaser By Faruk Durusu · Adverit Amsterdam, Netherlands15 Oct 2026 BEDNARZ LAW advised minority shareholders of MISBHV Corporate law BEDNARZ LAW announced that it advised minority shareholders of MISBHV in a share sale transaction. The firm thanked all parties involved for their constructive cooperation and trust, and wished the new owners of MISBHV well going forward. Adverit Warsaw, Poland04 Oct 2026

Welcome to the Team, Ollie! Corporate law BEDNARZ LAW announced that Ollie Stacewicz has joined the firm as a paralegal, supporting the day-to-day work of the legal team. Ollie is a student at the Faculty of Law and Administration of the University of Warsaw and a graduate of the Diploma in English Law and Legal Skills programme run by the British Law Centre. He works in Polish, English and Spanish. The announcement reflects the firm's continued team growth. Adverit Warsaw, Poland04 Oct 2026 Jan de Wrede and Pieter Verloop strengthen Clairfort's Corporate Law and M&A team Corporate law Clairfort announced the expansion of its Corporate Law and M&A team with the addition of two experienced attorneys, Pieter Verloop and Jan de Wrede. The move strengthens the firm's capacity in company law and M&A advisory work. Adverit Zeist, Netherlands04 Oct 2026

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