HKA is pleased to announce two senior appointments to its Economics team in Europe, reinforcing the firm’s strategic commitment to expanding its expert capabilities across the region.

Jan Yngve Sand joins as Partner, Economics in Oslo, Norway, while Loes van Bohemen joins as Director, Economics in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. These appointments mark a significant milestone in HKA’s European growth strategy and reflect increasing demand for expert economic analysis in complex disputes and regulatory matters.

The establishment of a permanent presence in Norway and the expansion of our team in the Netherlands underscore HKA’s long-term investment in Europe and its recognition of the critical role economics plays in supporting legal, regulatory, and commercial decision-making across sectors.

“I’m excited to join HKA at such a pivotal time in its growth journey. The firm’s global reputation for excellence in expert services and its commitment to expanding in key markets aligns perfectly with my experience and ambitions. I look forward to building our presence in Norway and contributing to the continued success of the Economics team.”

Jan Yngve Sand, Partner, Economics

Jan brings over two decades of experience in competition economics, having held senior roles in regulatory bodies, academia, and private consultancy. He previously served as Chief Economist at the Norwegian Competition Authority and has also been a member of the Norwegian Competition Appeals Tribunal, an expert judge in damages cases, and a professor of economics. He holds a PhD from the Norwegian School of Economics and has published extensively on competition and regulatory issues.

Loes van Bohemen said, “Joining HKA presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing and dynamic Economics practice. I look forward to working with colleagues across Europe and globally to deliver robust, insightful analysis that supports our clients in navigating complex disputes and regulatory challenges.”

Loes van Bohemen , Director, Economics

Loes is an accomplished economist with over a decade of experience in competition and commercial damages consulting. She has led expert engagements across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK, the Netherlands, and the wider EU, covering high-profile disputes involving interchange fees, cartel damages, and abuse of dominance. Her sector expertise spans retail, energy, transport, and pharmaceuticals, and she has advised clients in both litigation and arbitration contexts.

“Jan and Loes bring exceptional experience that enhances our economic insight and expert analysis capabilities across jurisdictions. Their appointments mark a key step in our European strategy, particularly in Norway and the Netherlands, and reflect our commitment to building a market-leading team to meet growing client demand. We’re delighted to welcome them both to HKA as we continue to invest in top-tier talent and expand our Economics practice across the region.”

Chris Williams, Head of Economics, International at HKA,

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