ASTREA CVBA offers a ‘hands-on, very efficient, deal-driven’ practice across industry segments. The ’top-class’ Frédéric Verspreeuwen regularly acts for food and beverage sector clients, utilising his expertise in M&A, investments, and corporate law. Micha Van den Abeele brings expertise in real estate and private equity transactions. Dieter Veestraeten specialises particularly in finance transactions, while Seppe Laenen focuses his practice on automotive and industrial transactions.
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Testimonials
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- 'Astrea combines the knowledge and expertise one would expect from a large international law firm with the accessibility, pragmatism and client-friendliness of a boutique. This unique blend makes them not only highly capable but also a genuine partner to their clients.'
- 'Their advice is not only legally sound but also strategically insightful. The team is proactive, solution-driven, and remarkably attuned to the commercial context, which makes them stand out from many other firms.'
- 'They combine technical excellence with a genuine understanding of business realities. They are not only highly skilled lawyers, but also strategic thinkers who consistently deliver practical, actionable advice.'
- 'Hands-on, very efficient, deal-driven, result-driven.'
- 'Frédéric Verspreeuwen brings with him the experience and expertise gained from countless other deals. He is always available for consultation, highly pragmatic, and defends our interests like no other. Simply put, he is a top-class lawyer.'
- 'Micha Van den Abeele excels in responsiveness, negotiation and technical skills, pro-active looking out during a deal for client's interest in every aspect, deep knowledge of the mid-cap M&A landscape, and her focus on the most important legal exposure topics.'
Key clients
- Denys
- Alcopa
- International Food Services
- Qpinch
- Brewery Martens
- Holcim
- Technogas
- Cwaste
- Vybros Capital Partners
- Jobes Holding
- Gobiotics
- CVWarehouse
Work highlights
Advised the management team of the Belgian engineering and construction group Denys Group with their management buy-out.
Advised Belgian investor Alcopa with the sale of former Renault site at Vilvoorde to real estate investor WDP.
Advised Belgian brewery, Brouwerij Martens, with the acquisition, from GIMV of United Dutch Breweries.
Practice head
Frédéric Verspreeuwen; Micha Van den Abeele; Dieter Veestraeten; Seppe Laenen