Liedekerke’s team is at the intersection of financial regulatory services and fintech solutions. Working closely with their transactional banking team, the practice is well positioned to handle matters concerning cryptocurrency and digital assets, fintech collaborations, payment services, consumer finance, and sustainable finance. The team is led by Tom Van Dyck who has two decades of experience in the financial regulation field. Louise Verstraete has established experience in insurance law, ESG, and suitability criteria.

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Testimonials

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‘The team takes a pragmatic approach and delivers clear, easily understandable advice, even in highly complex matters.’
‘This practice stands out for its exceptional ability to stay ahead of the curve on all financial regulatory matters. The team is consistently up to date on regulatory changes—whether upcoming, ongoing, or recently concluded—ensuring clients are always informed and compliant. Their proactive approach and organisational skills make them a trusted advisor for clients navigating complex regulatory environments.'
'Clients benefit from the team’s ability to seamlessly manage project-based work, including compliance with new rules, launching innovative financial products, and developing new work streams or distribution channels. The team’s expertise extends beyond legal advice, as they effectively collaborate with other business areas to deliver comprehensive solutions.'
'The team’s commitment to staying current and their cross-functional collaboration set them apart. Their focus on client education, organisational efficiency, and adaptability to change ensures clients receive practical, forward-thinking advice. This innovative approach, combined with their ability to work across disciplines, makes them uniquely equipped to handle evolving client needs in the financial sector.’
‘Tom Van Dyck knows the financial services sector very well and understands how it connects with other industries. This helps him spot issues early and create strategies that not only manage risk but also find new opportunities. What really makes Tom different from others is how well he knows our company. He understands our internal workings, culture, and the challenges we face, just like someone on our executive team.'
'Louise Verstraete is a great problem-solver whose work always focuses on the business goal. She is very good at turning complicated rules into simple, practical steps, which helps senior management make decisions quickly and confidently.'

Key clients

Apple
Qonto
CapitalatWork
Binance
Kraken
Coinbase
Mastercard
Keyrock
Bobex
Belfius
Greenomy
NiCKEL

Work highlights

Serving as lead counsel to Binance, advising on regulatory challenges following the introduction of Belgium's Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) regime in early 2022.

Advised Mastercard on the Belgian legal and regulatory implications related to its ambitious cross-border payments initiative (MMCP) with a focus on Belgian legal considerations relevant to the product’s infrastructure and regulatory feasibility.

Supporting Apple on a FinTech initiative that aims to redefine consumer experience in Apple Pay by integrating third-party instalment finance offering.