ALTIUS advises a wide range of agri-food clients, ranging from producers and biotech companies to breeders, sector bodies, and governments, excelling in both contentious and non-contentious matters. The team is co-led by Philippe de Jong, an expert in IP and regulatory issues, and Olivier Vrins, recognised for his expertise in border measures and food-related IP. Bregt Raus adds further strength in patents, plant variety rights and life sciences matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'The lawyers stand out for their hands-on approach. Their advice is not only legally sound but also sufficiently tailored to be practical and actionable for our business.'
- 'Collaboration and quality.'
- 'They are very pleasant to work with. Fast, straight to the point and decisive.'
- 'We are satisfied with the expertise and professionalism of ALTIUS. They have consistently provided us with clear and actionable advice on complex legal matters regarding food and feed laws, translating intricate legislation into understandable guidance that supports our business.'
- 'ALTIUS has consistently provided us with clear and actionable advice on complex legal matters regarding food and feed law, translating intricate legislation into understandable guidance that supports our business. The team is not only highly knowledgeable but also a pleasure to work with—proactive, approachable, and attentive.'
Key clients
- Bayer CropScience
- Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac (BNIC)
- Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne (CIVC)
- Croplife Europe
- Euroseeds AISBL
- French ‘Institut National de l’Origine et de la Qualité’
- Mitsui AgriScience
- oriGIn (Organisation for an International Geographical Indications Network)
- SESVanderHave N.V.
- Syngenta Crop Protection AG
- The Government and Attorney General of Pakistan
Work highlights
Advised Syngenta, a member of the Biocontrol Coalition, on the legal advantages of adopting a distinct legal act for biocontrol products.
Representing Pakistan before the European Commission in a dispute regarding the registration of ‘Basmati’ as a protected geographical indication for rice in the EU.
Assisted Bayer Agriculture in its intervention before the EU General Court in several annulment actions challenging the European Commission’s decision to renew the approval of Bayer’s active substance glyphosate, which is used in several plant protection products.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Philippe de Jong; Olivier Vrins
Other key lawyers
Bregt Raus