Dewi Walian advises clients on a broad range of debt capital markets transactions, including high yield, convertible, investment grade and regulatory-driven debt offerings, as well as complex restructurings.
Dewi also has extensive experience in sustainable and digital bond transactions. She has advised on a range of significant international capital markets transactions, helping clients navigate innovative financing structures and developments in debt capital markets.
Contact details
- Clifford Chance, Amsterdam
- +31207119064
- Email me
- Speaks Dutch and English
Career & qualifications
- The University of Hong Kong 2009
- University of Amsterdam 2010
- Admitted as an advocaat in The Netherlands 2011
- Joined NautaDutilh 2011
- Seconded to Rabobank 2013
- Seconded to NautaDutilh London office 2015-2017
- Grotius Academy Nijmegen post-doc (Securities Laws) 2017
- Seconded to ABN AMRO 2020
- Joined Clifford Chance 2021
Professional bodies
- Dutch Bar Association (Nederlandse Orde van Advocaten)
Awards and citations
- "Dewi Walian is a fantastic lawyer who is always happy to run you through the process. She is very knowledgeable and experienced, as well as very nice to work with."
Chambers 2026 - "Dewi Walian is experienced in capital markets for having set up several new structures and having operated in different jurisdictions. Her asset is her eye for detail as she spots the tiniest legal details, which can make the difference in a material matter. She is always up to speed on the current market developments and keeps her clients well informed. She maintains an excellent and high-standing relationship with her clients and is easily accessible. She provides efficient, timely, top-notch and in-depth advice and is truly a dream to work with."
Chambers 2023 - Shortlisted Women Dealmakers Hall of Fame
IFLR Europe Awards 2026 - Up and Coming – Capital Markets: Debt
Chambers Global 2026 - Next Generation Partner
Legal 500 EMEA 2025 - Rising Star – Capital Markets: Debt
IFLR 2026 - Dealmaker of the Month in the Netherlands
Mr. 2023