Een tevreden klant is het halve werk

Bridget Meijer

SurePay needed senior legal capacity to strengthen the team. We chose for Finnick Legal because of their start-up mentality and experience in the fintech world.

Arie was brought in to lead the legal negotiations and framework set-up for a Verification of Payee (VOP) solution for Danish banks/payment institutions. He successfully completed the entire legal set-up under high time pressure. Throughout the process, he was consistently available for consultation and input, demonstrating unwavering determination during negotiations. Thanks to his efforts, there is now a framework in place that enables all banks in Denmark to easily connect to the SurePay VOP solution — nationally, across Europe, and globally.

 

What I found most valuable was the seniority, expertise, and calmness Arie brings, combined with a healthy dose of humor. It inspired confidence and contributed to a pleasant collaboration – even in complex and time-sensitive situations.

 

I experienced working with Arie as very pleasant. With his seniority, knowledge, experience, and charm, Arie is able to solve complex issues and successfully convince the client if needed.

Communication with Finnick Legal is always smooth and takes place at the agreed times. You never have to wait long for a response.

 

The result: a legal framework for the partnership with the Danish branch organisation and the participating banks/payment institutions, covering local, European, and global Verification of Payee.

 

I would definitely recommend Finnick Legal because of their seniority, knowledge, skills, and the pleasant collaboration. This is especially valuable in a fintech/start-up environment where quick decision-making is essential.

 

And on a personal note: during our stay in Copenhagen for the negotiations with the Danish branch organisation, Arie and I discovered we’re both big fans of the Rolling Stones. Arie is a Rolling Stone by heart.

Bridget Meijer, Manager New Markets bij SurePay

We were introduced to Arie through a referral from an existing Finnick Legal client. Based on that recommendation, we decided to work with them and we’ve been very pleased with the outcome so far.

Our project involves applying for a payment institution (PI) licence with the Dutch Central Bank (DNB). Arie and his team have delivered exactly as set out in the Engagement Letter in a timely, competent and professional manner.

 

What we particularly valued was their extensive experience with the Dutch PI licence process. Their attention to detail, understanding of the Dutch regulatory landscape, and ability to meet tight deadlines really stood out.

 

Equally valuable was their support in aligning our Policies and Procedures to Dutch regulatory requirements, especially around DORA and SIRA as they are not required in the UK. That local expertise saved us alot of time and uncertainty.

 

Communication has been excellent throughout: responsive, clear and always professional. Always keen to respond to us in a timely manner, and their knowledge of the local requirements was exemplary.
I would absolutely recommend Finnick Legal to any company looking to successfully navigate the Dutch licensing process.

Kevin Whyte
Head of Regulatory and Financial Crime Oversight at Bilderlings Pay Ltd.

Voor de implementatie van DORA wilden we als IT-leverancier onze contractdocumentatie op orde brengen — een flinke klus, zeker richting onze klanten.

Dankzij een warme aanbeveling zijn we in contact gekomen met Arie van den Bergen van Finnick Legal. En dat bleek een schot in de roos.

 

Samen met Arie hebben we niet alleen een DORA-proof template overeenkomst en addendum opgesteld, maar ook de contractonderhandelingen met klanten gevoerd. Met resultaat: meerdere succesvol afgeronde trajecten én een standaardaanpak waar we nu grotendeels zelf mee verder kunnen.

 

Wat ik vooral waardeerde, was de combinatie van inhoudelijke scherpte en praktische aanpak. Arie schakelt snel, denkt mee, en is ook buiten kantoortijden bereikbaar als het nodig is. In de samenwerking — ook samen met IT-jurist Rutger Alsbach — was hij een waardevolle sparringpartner die ruimte laat voor onze eigen keuzes, maar altijd helder advies geeft. Naast heel veel inhoudelijke kennis heb ik ook veel geleerd over de denkwijze en aanpak als het gaat om de samenwerking met juristen en inkopers in het algemeen.

 

Zoek je iemand die niet alleen DORA snapt, maar ook begrijpt hoe je het implementeert richting je klanten? Dan kan ik Arie van harte aanbevelen.

Jilles Berendsen,
Information Security Officer bij ANVA B.V.
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