
Lydian‘s corporate and finance team is ’very efficient and agile’, focusing on M&A and private equity buyouts with experience in large-scale, international transactions. Practice co-head Peter De Ryck is recommended as ‘extremely responsive, hands-on, helpful and professional’, offering particular expertise in real estate transactions. Alongside De Ryck, Maxime Colle co-heads the team: Colle’s practice spans a wide range of sectors, with notable experience in private equity, technology, and life sciences. Florence Colpaert was made partner in January 2024 and is team co-head, often supporting private equity clients and is experienced in the energy and telecommunications sectors.
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Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Peter De Ryck; Maxime Colle; Florence Colpaert
Other key lawyers
Delphine Penninck; Louise Berrier


