The corporate finance department at ARGO Law combines ‘strong professionalism with pragmatism’ as a transactional boutique supporting private equity funds, listed companies, and private businesses. Its work includes corporate restructurings, strategic transactions, and financial operations. Nico Goossens co-heads the team, specialising in capital markets, private equity, and M&A: his work often involves advising on the Belgian aspects of international transactions, primarily those involving the US. Co-head Kris Verdoodt is a particular go-to for private equity clients, while Bert Van Ingelghem often advises family-owned companies.
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Testimonials
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‘Argo has all the legal knowhow we need when it comes to doing deals in private equity in Belgium. They combine strong professionalism with pragmatism resulting in excellent services.'
‘Evelyn Van Raemdonck and Kris Verdoodt are hardworking, no nonsense, flexible lawyers, who understand the needs of their clients and try to build a long term relationship.’
Key clients
- CMB
- Clover
Work highlights
Advised CMB on its acquisition of Euronav shares from Frontline for USD1.06bn and the parallel sale of 24 vessels by Euronav to Frontline for USD2.35bn.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Nico Goossens; Kris Verdoodt; Bert Van Ingelghem
Other key lawyers
Silke Chantrain; Mattias Verbeeck; Louis Hoet; Evelyn Van Raemdonck