‘Very commercially focused team with an ability to break down the complex to the simple. The team I would liaise with most are Patrice Viaene and Audrey Demeyer. Both are exceptional calibre lawyers who always bring a solution driven mindset to any deal.’

‘Patrice Viaene – brilliant negotiating skills and always available. Patrice has the uncanny ability to motivate all stakeholders in a transaction to finding a solution.‘

‘Audrey Demeyer  is a very diligent adviser and always quick to respond to requests.’

‘Very client and service focused.’

‘Patrice Viaene is without doubt the most exceptional associate I have ever worked with.‘

‘High availability – insurance sector specific knowledge and experience.’

‘Pierre Berger: outstanding knowledge of the insurance sector’

‘Very engaged to the client.’

‘The corporate team is very knowledgeable, spot-on, responsive and can recommend them in all possible ways.‘

‘Gregg Moons – Gregg is very client oriented, good at communication and follow-up, extremely friendly but professional and always delivers top quality work.‘

‘Michael Heene is very client oriented, listens to his client carefully and delivers exactly what was requested. He is responsive and very knowledgeable of his field.’

‘The DLA Piper team can offer multi-disciplinary advise like no other law firm. The speed and quality of their work is unprecedented.’

‘Working with a seasoned advisor like Michaël Heene is a great pleasure. Great understanding of our business and creative mind. His advice has helped us to take our company to the next level. Charlotte Peeters was a pleasure to work with, great technical knowledge of M&A cases and quick on her feet.’

‘Very knowledgeable in financial law and company law. Very reliable and easy to work with. Understand the client’s needs and well connected with the regulator.’

‘Matthias Wauters and Joris De Wolf both offer high quality and are very responsive. Very pragmatic and solution oriented.’

‘Erwin Destuyver, for his very broad but detailed technical knowledge, case management skills and extremely high responsiveness.’

‘In-depth knowledge of Belgian Code of Companies and Associations and related matters.’

‘Felix Dobbelaere has excellent expertise in M&A and transactional work. He is also a very good negotiator.’

‘Top notch, high quality team that fits perfectly for the job. The way they work together as a team is exemplary.’

‘Filip Jenné is a high quality lawyer with the right client oriented mindset.’

‘Hands-on, very knowledgeable about the subject matter, creative, solutions-oriented, seeing the big picture.’

‘I would certainly recommend working with Wim Dedecker, who currently offers without doubt one of the best M&A services you can currently get on the Belgian M&A market. In particular with respect to cross-border deals and complex deals, his personal involvement in the matters makes a huge difference.’

‘Liedekerke has the unique attribute to be a one-stop-shop with tailor-made approach. They also have good connections with law firms abroad which makes it easier for us to handle new markets.’

‘Jacques Meunier is the best lawyer I’ve ever worked with, amazing technical skills and human touch. He can defend our interests like no-one else in a very smooth way during negotiations that can sometimes be rough.’

‘Very complete, highly professional all round practice.’

‘Dedicated, fully committed, responsive.’

‘Absolutely great team, extremely professional and clever in their legal advice and human intelligence’

‘Jacques Meunier and Céline Tallier are outstanding in many ways: problem solving, creativity, negotiation, dedication.’

‘Up to date with the latest evolutions, knowledge of market practice, transparent and regular billing, very good price/quality balance, diversity.’

‘Loyens has a great team with great local knowledge, we see Loyens as the industry leaders in Belgium and Holland.’

‘We have worked with Robrecht Coppens & Filip Jorens. The both have a great amount of legal and deal making knowledge. We feel that during our last transaction they did a good job advising us. Next to providing advise they have also helped us on the commercial side to get the deal done. The combination is unique.’

‘Each task or deal requires a different approach, the commercial and corporate practice of Thomas Lenné’s team is always outstanding in their critical thinking, attention to detail and efficient and timely communication.’

‘Thomas Lenné is a shapeshifter, capable of understanding our goals and adapting to meet them in the most effective way possible.’

‘Thomas Lenné for his stand-out availability, clarity and problem-solving skills as well as his mastery of high-level negotiation in M&A transactions.’

‘Thomas Lenné : negotiation finesse & backing of Peter Callens – with his unique litigation and arbitration & mediation expertise’

‘The team is highly qualified and capable. Their work is timely and first-quality.’

‘Robrecht Coppens is a brilliant M&A lawyer, a great negotiator and a very responsive advisor. Stéphanie De Smedt is a GDPR expert with multinational (i.e., outside the EU) experience.’

‘To the point and hands on advice.’

‘Very hands-on and tailored approach’

‘Philippe Remels – a brilliant lawyer, able to combine his vast legal knowledge and practical/commercial approach.’

‘Great team to work with on larger mid-market M&A deals definitely when involving sponsors.’

‘Dries Hommez is in the market when it comes to sponsor driven larger mid-market deals, be it on the sell- or buy-side. Hands-on, efficient, down-to-earth and commercially astute. Always a pleasure to work with Dries and his team.’

‘Always available, knowledge of the market and sector rarely seen. Very focused, great attention to detail, strong creativity and ability to drive constructively all party meetings in the interest of the client but more importantly of all parties around the table. Strong network and very impressive ability to find solutions’

‘Jan Peeters is the kind of partner you only encounter once every decade, likely to be one of the most knowledgeable of the industry while always being available and having this rare ability to find solutions, creative sometimes that suit all parties not only his client.’

‘The Stibbe Corporate team provides us with a holistic view on transactions. Not only do they have a good understanding of the specifics of each transaction, they provide a very consistent service to us as a client. They have never failed to provide the highest level of output, regardless of the individual team members.’

‘The team’s extensive knowledge and experience make them an invaluable partner in M&A transactions in the Belgian market. The team is highly dedicated to delivering high quality work on short notice.’

‘Jan Peeters stands out not just due to his breadth of knowledge and experience but also because of his ability to think outside the box and come up with practical solutions for unique issues.’

‘Florent Volckaert is a highly talented, knowledgeable and dedicated associate whose creativity, responsiveness, and commitment make him an asset to any project team he is on.’

‘Jérôme Vermeylen: Great sparring partner, always willing to make time (even late in the evening).’

‘Very good management of the client’s expectation (responsiveness, communication etc).’

‘Thanks to Altius we were able to close the transaction within six months, achieving the deadline we/our shareholder had set out – and that during a pandemic. It was our first merger and Altius provided in-depth theoretical knowledge and also very useful detailed step-plans.’

‘I mainly worked with Jérôme Vermeylen and Audrey Zegers. Both were approachable at any time and always provided valuable solutions. Jérôme was always able to answer all of our questions – even spontaneously during phone calls or video conferences. His knowledge about cross-border mergers is really impressive.’

‘The team is very responsive and client dedicated and ensure an efficient and smooth coordination between all the law firms involved in the transaction. They are also available by telephone to solve immediate issues or to adapt the fees to the evolution of the transaction.’

‘The partners Marie Brasseur and Jérôme Vermeylen manage their teams efficiently and have a strong knowledge of the file they handle and the associates, like Aylin Cebbar, are also involved in the discussions/drafting and are able to take over the files if necessary under the supervision of the partners.’

‘Great advice, practical, to the point, creative solutions.’

‘The firm supports my company in a jurisdiction I’m not familiar with and does so in a very efficient and comprehensive manner. Short lines and good availability are essential to me and that’s what is delivered by this team.’

‘Very strong team and extremely knowledgeable. Indicates very well risks and pitfalls.’

‘Arnaud Van Oekel: He was highly dedicated, very pragmatic and smart his its approach to the deal.‘

‘Virginie Frémat is an excellent legal advisor supported by other team members. Thinks with the client, outlines well the advantages / disadvantages and risks of various solutions. Reliable lawyer. Very good availability.’

‘Very good professionals, cooperating together to meet the client’s needs on a timely basis while maintaining professional standards.’

‘Arnaud Van Oekel is an excellent M&A lawyer.’

‘Able to cater and adopt to the client’s needs. They cover a broad range of legal topics. They are cost-efficient. They are knowledgeable in matters of Belgium corporate and transaction law.’

‘Marc Van Tieghem: good partner, client-focused, interested in and working for client’s needs.’

‘Hans Vansweevelt: responsive, gets the work done.’

‘David Roelens understands his client’s needs and aligns the provision of services his team provides to that. This is pretty unique in the world of large law firms.’

‘Excellent team, very helpful and knowledgeable.’

‘Ready to help and go the extra mile.’

‘The team is very complete with highly competent advisors in each field (corporate, IP, tax). There is a clear sense that the internal communication is efficient and appropriate. Each lawyer is assisted by junior colleagues that provide adequate support. Always been under the impression we are treated as first-class clients.’

‘Very professional and reassuring for a new start-up company.’

‘Louis-François du Castillon is very complete, extremely available and quick to provide well-adapted solutions to each upcoming issue. He was very also very flexible when we had to deal with change of requests from the other parties and was available for direct negotiation and assistance.‘

‘The team is very responsive, commits to delivery dates, commits to fee quotes. Further, quality is high and pro-actively advise based on business needs.’

‘Louis-Francois is very committed, and is able to talk to the business partners, without too much ‘legal’ language (he can be seen as a business partner). He has a good team around him, who provide the right quality on agreed timing.’

‘The team is well equipped and multidisciplinary to tackle complex situations and needs.’

‘Louis-François du Castillon delivers outstanding outcomes. Having a partner to rely on in time-sensitive high-pressure deals is essential and highly appreciated.’

‘In M&A, Jones Day is able to have a global view in order to highlight all relevant topics concerning a deal and their legal implications. As a result Jones Day is able to deal with complex deal structures where M&A has to be combined with items like restructuring or setting up a new governance structure.’

‘I prefer to work with Paul Van Hooghten who has broad M&A experience. He invests in understanding the business, the strategy & company’s objectives as well as the business model in order to be able to better advise clients on proper solutions. He is able to keep a full overview and to point out what is essential. He is a trusted advisor at board level who can participate in the decision making of complex issues and advice on the legal implications.’

‘I am working mainly with Thomas De Muynck. Thomas is to the point, business oriented and has a really sharp legal knowledge. When working with his team, Thomas is deeply involved and available for his clients. High quality work at reasonable fees.’

‘The corporate M&A team for Jones Day is reliable and practical. We have used this firm so much in the past, they know how we operate and understand the quick turnaround we demand. Taking on a new matter with this firm in relation to corporate work is efficient and pragmatic because they understand how our group is structured.’

‘The individuals we work with at Jones Day always make it seem like we are their only and top priority given any issue we request their assistance on. Thomas De Muynck and Chantal Biernaux are our go-to partners at this firm.’

‘Efficient, international experience in different practices, respect deadlines.’

‘Paul Van Hooghten is very available and has huge experience in different legal matters.’

‘I work on a regular basis with the Lydian M&A team headed by Peter De Ryck. Peter is heavily involved, takes a deal-making attitude and is easily reachable. He is supported by capable people.’

‘Impressed with their knowledge, efficiency and professionalism.’

‘Peter De Ryck was in charge of the M&A transaction. He was more than able to hold his ground against the counterparts legal team in all matters despite often being outnumbered 5 to 1. After the transaction the counterpart proved that they were also similarly impressed by Peter by switching over to Lydian.’

‘The practice led by Peter de Ryck has very good technical and commercial skills. They are very helpful especially for in-bound M&A It is good value for money for mid-market transactions. We call them on a regular basis to assist on Belgian matters.’

‘Peter de Ryck is very available and efficient. He has a good team around him. They are very commercial and easy to work with.’

‘Maxime Colle is an accessible, easy-going, hands-on business-minded lawyer, well-connected within the firm making Lydian the ideal outside counsel supporting in-house general counsels who have to cope with a variety of legal matters.’

‘Approachable, quick and reliable legal advice. Easy to work with.’

‘Maxime Collé; excellent M&A partner with a good sense where to step in.’

‘The team is friendly, skilled and fast.’

‘Steven Callens is a sharp, calm and intelligent partner. Tine Bauwens is a very dedicated and experienced associate.’

‘Good follow up of law changes and on time feedback for clients.’

‘The corporate team at Simont Braun is truly excellent. It has a sound and deep knowledge of of all key areas of corporate and M&A law and it is able to translate its knowledge and skills rapidly into practical advice. In addition, it is really a pleasure to work with the team. It is collaborative and it is able to act quickly.’

‘Sandrine Hirsch is an extremely skilled and thorough corporate/M&A lawyer with a sharp eye for detail. Moreover, Sandrine Hirsch is able to grasp almost directly the essence of the matter at hand and to rapidly provide sound, customized and practical advice. I recommend her most highly.’

‘Availability, transparency with respect to client and coaching and physical attendance in key meetings, meticulous attention to detail (where the devil lies), fees in line with deal size (coming down to an hourly fee below current practice), international coverage and experience, excellent lawyers.’

‘They know our business so well, they “feel” the transactions, they know what’s important to us, so they help us focus. Deals are closed way quicker with the help of Simont Braun than with other law firms. They help us avoid negotiation pitfalls, they don’t waste our time and don’t spend too many hours doing so while working with a small specialized team rather than with an army of juniors.’

‘Steven Callens and Sander Van Loock know our business so well, they are so pragmatic I sometimes forget they are lawyers. I really like to work with them.’

‘Strelia’s Corporate M&A team is very experienced. They stand out in customer service and efficiency. Although they are very hands on and thorough in their work, they always manage to control cost development. It is a very hard working team. Flexible and always available.’

‘They are at the forefront of adopting relevant technology. For example they used a digital signing tool well ahead of peers in Belgium. Great international network.’

‘Stand out partner is Gisele Rossele. She is a true professional. She is really focussed on the matters at hand, involved and is great in building good relationships. In-depth knowledge. Charismatic, outstanding and very pleasant to work with. Always delivers.’

‘Strelia really focusses on the clients’ needs and is always one step ahead (while considering multiple options).’

‘Gisèle Rosselle made herself available throughout the process, during business hours and after business hours. Always flexible towards the client and others involved in the process. Not only advising the solution, but also the way to present it.’

‘The team is fully efficient and works extremely well with the client. Team members are also very flexible and available and take on their role to the end even when it goes on very late into the night because of the needs of the case. Each member of the team has his or her own personality and experience, which allows the client to benefit from a wide range of services.’

‘We worked with Olivier Clevenbergh and Julie Lo Bue: very high quality services.’

‘The team of Strelia is always available for all our questions. Very good collaboration and high quality of service.’

‘Gisèle Rosselle is always available to respond to all our questions. She and her team deliver a good quality of service.’

‘We are collaborating with VBB for a long time. We appreciate this long lasting relationship which enforces the very efficient and pragmatic approach of cooperation. it’s a pleasure to collaborate with Hannelore Matthys because she is so efficient, smart and pragmatic.’

‘In-depth knowledge & expertise. Speed of service in demanding settings. Willingness to go the extra mile. Extra consulting & guidance’

‘Down to earth, friendly & open approach Was very pleased with the services of Hannelore Matthys & Michel Bonne.’

‘In my experience, the Van Bael & Bellis team is very knowledgeable and well equipped to assist in the whole suite of M&A transactions. The team is extremely hands on, and actively thinks with you on the best strategy and solutions.’

‘Michel Bonne – very business oriented lawyer that is able to provide the necessary strategic advice to get a deal done.’

‘Hannelore Matthys – hands-on and very skilled lawyer that actively manages her matters in a solution-oriented way.’

‘The technical legal ability of the team has been exceptional. They have a very strong understanding of Belgian law, are able to explain it clearly and succinctly to U.S. lawyers and businesspeople and ensure that we didn’t overlook anything. Their drafting always is excellent. They also have very strong project management skills, which is vital for complex cross-border transactions.‘

‘Michel Bonne led the team and he is extremely capable and impressive. He has a strong grasp of the technical aspects, but also has a calm and reassuring demeanour.’

‘Excellent team, providing high quality advice in a fast and flexible manner. Very responsive.’

‘Thomas Glauden stands out for commercial expertise and client-focused responsiveness.’

‘Global geographical coverage, excellent knowledge of the client, super reactive when needed.’

‘The Ambos Team are incredibly knowledgeable, very well connected and their legal advice is always practical and professional’

‘Jens Van Hecke has a great experience in financial law and delivers high quality advice. It’s a great pleasure to collaborate with Mr. Van Hecke.’

‘Excellent quality of work delivered in time. Excellent availability of associates. Excellent communication. Billing: value for work.’

‘The team is comprised of very qualified and experienced lawyers who are able to easily familiarize themselves with the deal dynamics and commercial/strategic aspects alongside legal aspects.’

‘They are able to provide full scope assistance handling matters from a wider perspective beyond the level of just giving proper legal advice.’

‘They are attentive to timing requirements and are notably responsive in that respect.’

‘We have specifically worked with Eric Deltour and Geoffroy Fink on many occasions, who acted almost like in-house team players. They are great lawyers and great team players giving the the client a sense of security and confidence throughout the deal. While they have represented us on many occasions, we have also worked with them as our lawyers of the counter party. They can be reasonably amenable to the needs of both sides and are notably pragmatic and constructive in negotiations.’

‘They really know you. Very good emotional intelligence.’

‘Fantastic knowledge and looking for solutions.’

‘The seniors and partners are very reachable, this means that we don’t lose time.’

‘Dirk Wellens uses his charisma in negotiations. Bert Luyten is a very sharp analyst. Both partners know each others’ strengths.’

‘Dirk Wellens is very charismatic and a great leader for Laurius. Ayse Özkan delivers perfect work, very clear in communication and very responsive.’

‘I was impressed by their efficiency, capacity to adapt quickly and understand complicated situations swiftly and providing adequate useful feedback or solutions.‘

‘I worked closely with David Ryckaert and his team. David is very committed to the deal and the client by working in an efficient way, respecting standards and fee limits. He is backed up by an experienced team which offers high quality in a swift manner,’

‘It was good to find a boutique firm to assist on a transaction. The team worked very hard and diligently and we had full confidence in their work despite never actually meeting them in person due to COVID restrictions.’

‘I valued accessibility at partner level. Discussions were frank and fair.’

‘Dirk Wellens is a very structured case manager with a very developed eye for details. He gives confidence to his clients by defining a clear strategy and by relying on a team of very efficient lawyers that are on top of things in their field.’

‘The team reacts rapidly and understands our business. I think the direct contact with the partner and pragmatic advice make the difference.’

‘I always work with Jeroen Raskin and his team. He is a very pragmatic and empathic lawyer who understands our businsess. We truly love his pragmatic & tactical advice in strategic issues. He reads the game very well and knows to negotiate real issues.’

‘They think together with you. They think out of the box.’

‘Creative, friendly, knowledge. And most important, they make that clients understand them. They bring it in a way that unexperienced clients understand them.’

‘Excellent know-how, good communication and well built structure.’

‘Good balanced team with the necessary skills in a M&A process. Hence the fact that several lawyers worked on our case the main contact was still very well briefed by his colleagues which is very important during such a process.’

‘Broad spectrum of legal advice: human resources, fiscal advice (taxes), contracts concerning executive board, rental contracts, -In every domain the company had highly qualified people in house with experience.’

‘Day and night available for advice, dedication and involvement. There was a willingness to help me as a customer and to proceed even when I was in doubt.’

‘This is one of the most proactive teams I’ve worked with. They act as a true partner.’

‘Particular credit is given to David Haex and Frank Hoogendijk for their hands-on approach.’

‘Stefan Deswert and Louis Hoffreumon combine an excellent competence with a distinct service orientation and good price-performance ratio.’

‘Excellent technical skills, especially in corporate structuring, M&A and other transactions. Multidisciplinary approach – the lawyers at PwC Legal think beyond their core expertise and are able to deliver an advice taking into account several considerations. Pragmatic and solution driven – Advice is clear and provides solutions which are ready to use or act upon.’

‘Karin Winters – Technically very strong and a tactical multidisciplinary lawyer – the legal partner you want at your side when doing new business or in times of crisis.’

‘Bart Vanstaen – Excellent lawyer for highly technical corporate files as well as M&A and commercial projects. A true business lawyer. Impressively calm and very nice to work with.’

‘Top law firm that has the advantage of being close to PwC and thus broader services often linked to (corporate or other) transactions (tax, accountancy).’

‘The team’s key capabilities are very diverse. This is a strength. Moreover, we have the experience that PwC Legal can handle complex questions/issues. This is a distinctive factor.’

‘Bart Vanstaen is an excellent lawyer on corporate law matters in particular – hands on and pragmatic approach.’

‘Bart Lintermans is an expert in his field. He is a real dealmaker and always tries to find the best solution in the interest of his client.‘

‘Klaas Thibaut is a closer. We very much appreciate his pragmatic approach, his availability and his technical background.‘

‘Very customer oriented – very flexible – extremely responsive to clients needs and areas of support.‘

‘Gwen Bevers and Christine Heeb are the people we work with, and with high satisfaction.’

‘Schoups has experienced partners and associates who know their specialisations well. Schoups is good at combining these individual skills and, hence, providing an end-to-end solution. Schoups’ partners have relevant experience and know best-practices, esp. during negotiations with counterparts.’

‘Stefaan Wauman is committed to the customer and excels in practical advice during negotiations. Joost van Riel is hard-working and has good attention to detail, hence, avoiding potential inconsistencies in reasoning and in documents.’

‘We have a very good working relationship with the firm. They are extremely responsive and based on the enquiries we make they will gather the relevant associates to provide a swift yet thorough solution. The way in which we collaborate is straightforward and transparent.’

‘Stefaan Waumans – is very responsive and proactive.’

‘We worked with Joost Van Riel and Stefaan Waumans, who where both very down to earth and hands-on. They were very open to listen to our input and view on the business, but were not afraid to give their view on matters, when they did not agree with the clients.’

‘No nonsense and direct approach, very accessible and quick response. Friendly collaboration and of course very knowledgeable in the subject.’

‘Dedicated people like Gwen Bevers and Christine Heeb who are very reachable and respect deadlines.’

‘The Brussels practice has been an invaluable highly responsive resource for our company’s activities in Belgium, across a range of disciplines. The commercial and corporate team, in particular, is our principal point of contact for any issues that arise.’

‘Bart Vanderstraete is the company’s ‘go-to’ lawyer in Belgium. We particularly value his responsiveness to any matter, however small or large.’

‘Good business acumen.’

‘Responsiveness, quality in work, to the point and value for money.‘

‘Always responsive and well grounded legal advice.‘

‘My experience with Van Olmen & Wynant has taught me that their corporate and M&A team strives to live up to the customer promise.’

‘The corporate team at Van Olmen & Wynant, and more in particular Jeroen Mues, provides in-depth research, giving a clear and structured insight on the findings and solutions.’

‘Van Olmen & Wynant ensures a concrete solution to a certain question. The corporate lawyers live up to their customer promise and ensure a swift deal execution on a cost-efficient basis. Van Olmen & Wynant and Jeroen Mues in particular creates value for the client by advising on complex legal questions.’

‘I was impressed by Jeroen Mues following our recent collaborations. His pragmatic approach with focus on the important (legal) issues and understanding of the business were deeply appreciated, as well as the quick response time and outstanding quality and experience of Jeroen and his team of lawyers.’

‘Jeroen Mues understands the needs of his client, no or very little guidance needed, and is pro-active in flagging issues but also opportunities.’

‘The corporate lawyers at Van Olmen & Wynant, and especially Jeroen Mues, provide in-depth research, giving a clear and structured insight on the findings and solutions.’

‘Jeroen Mues is a top-quality lawyer with an in-depth knowledge of corporate law and M&A. Jeroen is client and detail oriented and has an effective hands-on approach when dealing with legal issues. He has vast experience managing and completing cross-border transactions, goes the extra mile for clients, even in complex and though situations. Jeroen is very responsive, reachable and always ready to make time for any pending issues.’

‘Luc Wynant epitomises all the strengths of the corporate team of Van Olmen & Wynant. He has thorough understanding of the law as well as commercial and financial matters and he is an excellent negotiator.’

‘The team is always there to respond quickly to any matter raised.‘

‘The team is international and creative. Therefore it suits our goal as an international company working cross border. Both corporate contracts, regulation and restructuring topics can be addressed and are handled with good result. As the partnership contains also financial and tax services it is possible to combine the various specialists in the advice.‘

‘The people are very reachable and pragmatic. Listen to the issues you bring forward as a client and then suggest multiple scenarios to value. Not only good knowledge but also good understanding and a nice relationship. They will also go for the best result and are willing to invest a lot of personal effort.‘

‘The biggest advantage is that EY is a one stop shop which provided not only legal but also corporate finance, tax & financial due diligence advice.‘

‘We appreciate K&L Gates’ reactivity from partner and accurate follow up provided by the team.’

‘Stands out for its creative approach to strategy and anticipation of problematic matters.‘

‘The KPMG Law team is very hands-on and always provides workable advice, combined with an in depth knowledge of the law.’

‘Tim Fransen always provides top service – whenever we face a legal problem, he comes up with a hands-on solution that works’

‘KPMG Law offers top quality legal services. The firm KPMG Law is extremely professional, perfectly available and the client always receives a quality response within a short period of time. The fee-quotes are correct and in line with the market. The collaboration is very professional and the contacts very pleasant.’

‘Cooperation with Tim Fransen is perfect. He is extremely professional and offers clear solutions to complex problems within the agreed timings. His communication is very clear, accurate and pleasant. As a client you get the feeling that someone thinks with you and is a partner in solving your problems. A pragmatic and always legally correct approach, with sufficient focus on the risks, typifies him. We would recommend him to anyone in our entourage for tailor-made legal assistance.’

‘When you have a project or case with them, they really provide a personal approach. The link with other KPMG offices in the world is great and it gives you a network to build on.’

‘Very skilled professionals, and still very easy to talk to. They are very understanding and open for unconventional ideas.’

‘The KPMG Law team is very reliable and knowledgeable. Their focus is on what the client needs and they provide spot-on advice.’

‘Tim Fransen is outstanding – he combines an in-depth knowledge of the law with solution-focused pragmatism. Very responsive and always available!’

‘I value the cross-collaboration within the KPMG law team, always providing the right specialist for the specific legal topic and providing hands-on advice.’

‘A high quality and commercially-minded approach. Profound experience and excellent service. Strong international focus and network.’

‘Hands-on mentality and in-depth experiences and highly qualified capabilities in (cross-border) corporate and M&A. Very nice people to work with.’

‘We appreciate working with the commercial department of Racine as it is hands-on, takes a practical approach in our matters, understands quickly the core issues and react swiftly on any question or scope of work .’

‘Anthony Van der Hauwaert stands out as an outstanding and practical M&A lawyer with whom it is a pleasure to work.‘

‘Highly efficient and knowledgeable practice.‘

‘We have experience with Stijn Claeys and his team. They understand the business, they attack the core problem, and they give adequate and honest advice. We especially appreciate the transparency and pragmatic approach of dealing with our files.’

‘Down-to-earth approach, accessibility of partner.’

‘Stijn Vanschoubroek: down-to-earth, accessible, affordable.’