Andersen is regularly instructed on disputes in the real estate, construction, and regulated sectors. Koen de Puydt co-heads the team, specialising in contract, commercial, and real estate disputes. Fellow practice co-lead Ulrike Beuselinck brings experience in real estate and property disputes. Jan Ghysels acts for public authorities and professional services supervisory authorities on environmental, administrative, and regulatory disputes. Leo Peeters retired from the practice.
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Testimonials
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- 'Koen de Puydt stands out for his strategic thinking and excellent sense of timing and positioning throughout the litigation process.'
- 'Principled guidance and actionable solutions, with speed and clarity of communication.'
- 'Accessible, with an ability to build lasting client relationships.'
- 'Rather than focusing solely on legal theory, they proactively think along with us, anticipate risks, and offer practical, workable solutions.'
- 'Their combination of legal expertise and pragmatic thinking is a great touch. They are able to quickly identify the core issues without losing sight of the broader commercial context.'
- 'What stood out to me is how responsive and reliable they are. They're easy to work with, even on complex matters involving multiple parties and tight timelines. They’ve always managed to keep things moving without making it overwhelming on our side.'
Practice head
Koen de Puydt; Ulrike Beuselinck
Other key lawyers
Jan Ghysels