Hogan Lovells International LLP > Brussels, Belgium > Firm Profile

‘Excellent anticipation of practical requirements with changes in regulations and laws. We used this firm extensively for preparations on Brexit and they were good at picking out some immediate needs vs. longer terms concerns, so we could direct our businesses to the right preparations. Long time adviser on EU/ UK trade compliance and sanctions issues.’

‘Lourdes Catrain is highly responsive and has a good understanding of US vs the world on trade and sanctions regulations and helps us put together clear processes. We have used Lourdes for training of our EU folks on general trade matters – good in training and understanding company requirements.’

‘Eleni Theodoropoulou is clear and precise.’

‘Very knowledgeable, very professional team. They can easily cover multiple jurisdictions and work in multiple languages. They have a depth of experience with working with a broad range of agencies.’

‘Lourdes Catrain leads the practice and she is a very accessible and responsive person. I like her hands-on style. She manages a number of talented associates as well.’

‘Lourdes Catrain and Stéphanie Seeuws are an excellent team. They are incredibly responsive, and have been helpful not only with specific asks we have of them, but also monitoring what is happening in the general space in which we operate and making sure we are aware of relevant developments.’

‘Stéphanie Seeuws is incredibly detail-oriented, and Lourdes Catrain provides great (complementary) oversight and strategy. They have a keen ability to listen to us to determine what is most important, and always offer insight and potential solutions that fit with our strategy.’

‘Hogan Lovells is working with us on a very innovative project to which there are no previous examples nor derivable best practices. Unlike other law firms, they were not afraid to accept this assignment and treat it as a an opportunity to learn together with us. This is not something many established law firms would do.‘

‘A big heads up to Philip Van Steenwinkel and Charles-Henri Bernard. Both have shown strong collaboration skills and interest to our activity, and they are not afraid to share more knowledge and expertise than what will be needed eventually to get things done. Their knowledge of setting up financial transaction structures is more than sufficient, and has already led to the introduction of solutions for difficult issues.‘

‘The team provided an outstanding combination of market knowledge, knowledge of our group’s legal/regulatory background and specificity, subject-matter expertise and responsiveness/availability in the face of a quite demanding timeline.‘

‘The team has a unique positioning for structured finance, which more than 20 years experience in setting up Belgian securitisation transactions.‘

‘Ivan Peeters and his team continue to be absolute experts in complex regulatory work, receivables finance and securitisations. The team is very responsive, makes granular risk assessments and is highly solution oriented. They have a broad international scope and cross-border experience, and a very deep understanding of market practice.‘

‘Ivan Peeters: In spite of being a real authority, manages to stay very humble and discreet throughout deals.‘

‘Highly knowledgeable team, easy to work with and understand client’s needs and business.‘

‘Ivan Peeters – Highly knowledgeable and easy to work with.‘

‘Philip Van Steenwinkel is great- he is a really good lawyer who brings value for money.‘

‘Technical skills, business acumen, ability to deliver quality products make a difference in this sector.‘

‘The ability to resolve key issues, negotiate with counterparties is what makes this team stand out.’

‘Quick witted, experienced FDI and antitrust team in international transactions.’

‘Falk Schöning: Very experienced transaction lawyer in antitrust law/FDI.’

‘We use Hogan Lovells’ services in many countries. My experiences in each country are extremely positive. They respond very quickly to questions and follow up on everything. The follow-up is always useful and offers practical information. They understand our business and I find their advice solid and trustworthy. ‘

‘Stefan Kirwitzke and Falk Schoening recently supported me in an acquisition in Germany. They provided very timely information and helped me better understand German accounting and other requirements.’