‘Very engaged! Top team. Know how to push the client to a higher level.’

‘They are almost part of the client they represent and with a realistic / clear view. The team guided us through the most difficult period ever.’

‘The RSTR practice of DLA Piper Belgium is well known for the strategic handling of high profile insolvency cases.’

‘Charlotte Sas is an excellent lawyer who goes the extra mile for clients; file knowledge, pragmatic advice and perseverance is what characterizes her. A rising insolvency star.’

‘Since Ilse Van de Mierop’s team, including notable associates Charlotte Sas and Jan De Beul, also act as court mandataries, they are very familiar with the way of thinking and acting of receivers, liquidators, and other court mandataries. In the context of insolvency law and in contact with these court mandataries, the team can therefore offer an experience that few others at this level in the market can.’

‘A notable associate is Charlotte Sas. As Ilse’s right-hand woman, she has already successfully assisted many large restructurings, both on the side of the creditors and potential purchasers, as a court mandatory or for the debtor in distress itself. Charlotte is an intelligent and passionate lawyer always looking for an argument in favour of the client, making a real difference. Her broad experience in different judicial mandates has also given her a sharp pen.’

‘Ilse van de Mierop has built a solid reputation as a lawyer who always goes to great lengths to achieve her goals. Charlotte Sas complements Ilse Van de Mierop perfectly.’

‘ Strong and reliable team with huge insolvency and litigation skills.’

‘Sophie Jacmain is clearly on the top of the hill. Fully involved, very well balanced, deep knowledge of the insolvency practitioners in Belgium.’

‘Small firm, but dedicated professionals with a client focussed approached, thorough in their research, available outside normal business hours’.

‘Solutions orientated, assisting to find a way that works rather than focussing on what the obstacles are and what would not work.’

‘The team is fantastic and our go-to firm in Belgium for high quality insolvency and restructuring advice.’

‘Roel Fransis is exceptional. His advice is very user-friendly, timely and practical.’

‘The team’s dedication to the client and the quality of its work is really exceptional. They are proactive and consistent in their approach, with good advice. The response times are incredible and the advice is well thought-out.’

‘Roel has a commercially driven approach to strategy. He is very available for the client and assists us with a great support and proactivity. He is practical and action-oriented.’

‘Quinz is a unique law firm that combines professionalism with accessibility, transparency, respect and a down to earth attitude.’

‘Quinz has become a law firm of choice for many clients when it comes to litigation and insolvency work. They have a highly specialised and very knowledgeable team.’

‘They continue to innovate as well with their outsourcing start-up.’

‘Quinz’ practitioners are very closely connected with the academic world and are very knowledgeable about the intricacies of insolvency law. They are able to explain complicated issues in a clear and understandable fashion. Aside from Benoît Allemeersch, who is a top-notch litigator, Wim De Meester, Thijs Vancoppernolle and Gillis Lindemans are all excellent practitioners.’

‘Quinz is a firm up and coming with stable partnership, eager to serve the clients. They have recruited excellent professionals and the firm has already made its place amongst their peers.’

‘Benoït and Gillis are capable to understand the problems that a client is facing and to search for a pragmatic solution. They are both hard working and very much available.’

‘Benoit Allemeersch and Bart Lintermans are both experts.’

‘The team at Quinz is extremely knowledgeable, pragmatic and sharp. Also, the team is able to clearly communicate complex and technical information.’

‘I worked with Benoît Allemeersch and Stijn De Dier. Benoît has the ability to advise you in the right direction and is top of his peers. Stijn has similar qualities and changes gear very quickly, all for the benefit of the client. They are always open for new ideas and their evaluation is great.’

Open minded, deep theoretical knowledge.’

‘Very knowledgeable, creative, ability to connect legal framework and practical context in order to work to a solution.’

‘Highly professional, quick responses and outcome-orientated.’

‘Very cooperative and helpful in our cross border cases.’

‘Hands-on approach.’

‘Paul Van Der Putten has the ability to cut through complexity and provide solutions that really address the problem at hand.’

‘Pieter Wouters is a brilliant litigator with an outstanding knowledge of insolvency proceedings.’

‘The department has its focus on administrator appointments and is involved in matters which are pertinent to restructuring/insolvency. This experience is important for companies in financial distress who are looking for legal assistance or for assistance in insolvency litigation’.

‘I have worked with Bart de Moor for a long time. He is an excellent lawyer. He is skilful, always helpful and responsive.’

‘Exceptionally committed partners, sought as contact persons in national and international topics.’

‘Great team which covers the Belgium market well.’

‘Bart Heynickx has excellent in-dept knowledge of Belgian insolvency law, being strategic and proactive.’

‘The team has a high quality of legal answers and practical solutions.’

‘The main quality is risk reducing and problem solving in practical solutions.’

‘A bit of a challenger in the market. They were prepared to take our company on as a client, knowing we were in a distressed situation. The firm takes pride in defending difficult cases and is happy to take on the most highly rated competitive firms. Associates are always available, very responsive, accurate in their responses. Great team to work with.’

‘Bart Heyninckx: litigation and restructuring, fast in his analysis, responsive to client demands, fighting spirit for the client. Weighs pros and cons very well and puts forward a strategy based on thorough understanding.’

‘Collaboration with Altius is always a pleasure. They are on topic, think out strategy and consult with you for the best possible solution. Above all, they never stop.’

‘Bart Heynickx and his teams are strategic and sharp. Bart is a keen thinker and presents solutions and thinks outside the box. No is not an answer for Bart.’

‘Racine has a strong reputation in the area of insolvency law.’

‘With a considerable number of accredited bankruptcy administrators within this firm, it is the go-to firm when dealing with insolvency situations.’

‘Stefaan Aerts is a talented lawyer with a hands-on approach, which is highly valued by clients. I appealed to his services in an important liquidation and he performed the work in an impeccable manner. His advice is always clear and straightforward. It is also a pleasure working with someone who is this available and responsive.’

‘Rubben Lindemans has also built a strong reputation as one of the rising stars in the insolvency landscape. I look forward to working with him.’

‘The team is a household name on the Belgian legal market for restructuring and insolvency. This is the firm which we typically recommend in this area of practice.’

‘It is the combination of their knowledge of this area of the law in combination with their extensive practical experience that causes us to turn to this team.’

‘Very strong team in restructuring & insolvency.’

‘Very good response times.’

‘Seeds of Law covers a full spectrum of insolvency and restructuring law issues including difficult corporate, transactions and reorganisations. Cross-border issues with regard to the Benelux region are part of their standard repertoire.’

‘My first contact is Mr. Leo Peeters. He is a real luminary in the field of insolvency and restructuring as well as corporate and M&A, being brilliant in everything he does. You can feel his many years of experience in his work.’

‘Insolvency and restructuring is a real core practice at Seeds of Law and they are really tremendously good. The quality of the advice also benefits from the fact that the insolvency practice at Seeds of Law is very closely aligned with corporate law, a real benefit for clients.’

‘Most of the time I work with Leo Peeters. Leo has outstanding legal and commercial skills. He is a very constructive interlocutor, always calm, reflective and absolutely results-oriented. He is a quick thinker and transmits reassurance with his arguments, which are always very good.’

‘Easily accessible.’

‘Excellent team, proactive and practical.’

‘Leo Peeters- great expertise, proactive, practical, fast and strategic thinker.’

‘Aurélie Glinne- expert in her field of expertise.