Staying Ahead in High-Stakes Deals

When it comes to mergers and acquisitions in the Netherlands, Vriman M&A Lawyers has built a reputation as a premier boutique firm. The firm focuses exclusively on what it does best: guiding clients through complex and often cross-border transactions.

Clients turn to Vriman because of its combination of sharp legal expertise and strategic insight. The team is known for handling high-profile deals, often with a significant international dimension. Thanks to a trusted network of top-tier specialized law firms, Vriman delivers a seamless one-stop solution for clients who expect both speed, precision and business acumen.

But a good reputation alone is never enough. As partner-led as Vriman is, the team knows that M&A timelines are tightening, client expectations are shifting, and AI is reshaping the way legal services are delivered.

“As a forward-looking firm we are constantly looking for ways to innovate our way of working. Be ahead of the pack,” says Marius Ankum, Partner at Vriman.

The Challenge: Efficiency in Due Diligence

Like many corporate firms, Vriman faced a familiar challenge: inefficiency in due diligence workstreams. Reviewing large volumes of contracts by hand consumed valuable hours. With clients beginning to ask about AI-based solutions, standing still meant falling behind.

The firm made a clear choice: test new technology, see what works, and enhance future-readiness into its DNA.

From Pilot to Practice

Vriman appointed two lawyers to lead the adoption process. They tested Jurimesh, configured Contract Playbooks, and educated colleagues on how to get the most value from the platform. This partner-driven rollout ensured adoption stayed focused and practical.

Yes, the initial set-up required extra hours. But once the foundation was laid, the benefits became clear.

“We started small, with two lawyers testing Jurimesh and adjusting the Contract Playbooks. That way we could make sure the tool really fit the way we work before introducing it to the wider team,” explains Codrin Netea, Associate at Vriman.

The lawyers now use Jurimesh daily for two key tasks:

• Analyzing large volumes of contracts with the analysis tool.

• Asking targeted questions through the chat tool.

A Case in Point

In one matter, a client requested analysis of their top-30 customers, three times more than the usual scope, under a very tight deadline. Normally this would stretch any team. With Jurimesh, Vriman delivered the analysis on time, without compromising quality.

The Impact

While it is too early to put exact numbers on efficiency gains, Vriman sees clear advantages:

• Faster and more precise analysis of due diligence documentation.

• Sharper delivery to clients, who benefit directly from speed and accuracy.

• A cultural shift, with technology now firmly on the strategic agenda.

“Jurimesh supports Vriman to stay the leading boutique law firm in the Netherlands,” notes Marius Ankum.

Looking Ahead

For Vriman, technology is not an experiment. It is part of a long-term vision for how M&A law will evolve. Over the next five years, they expect AI to play a greater role in contracting and due diligence.

By adopting Jurimesh early, Vriman is not just keeping pace. They are preparing their lawyers to remain creative, precise, and client-focused in a competitive market.