Profile

Koen Rutten specialises in company-law disputes, liability proceedings and corporate governance issues. He represents the interests of companies, shareholders, directors and officers, and supervisory directors. Koen also handles acquisition-related disputes and inquiry proceedings, as well as both national and international arbitration proceedings. He also litigates and advises on the Dutch Financial Supervision Act and the liability of financial institutions and supervisory authorities.

Koen has specific experience with class action lawsuits. He has successfully handled multiple cases on behalf of investors and other victims of misconduct.

Koen publishes on a regular basis.

Koen brings deep knowledge, strategic insights and a wealth of experience to the table.

Chambers 2026

His extensive experience with collective actions & settlements is unique and unparalleled.

Legal 500 2024

Koen is trustworthy, dependable and genuinely invested in the outcome.

Chambers 2026

When you work with Koen, you know that you work with one of the best lawyers in his field.

Legal 500 2024

If you have a choice of attorney, choose Koen Rutten.

Chambers 2025

Koen stands out through his ability to deliver great results every time.

Chambers 2026

Koen Rutten is both realistic and very sympathetic.

Chambers 2025

Koen is a strong leader who skilfully guides a case while maintaining a clear focus on the end goal.

Chambers 2026

Academic background

  • Grotius Academy, Corporate Litigation specialist programme
  • Utrecht University, Law