Recommended for its ‘thorough nautical and technical knowledge’, Kegels Advocaten has extensive experience spanning wet and dry shipping matters, and is commended for its maritime and transport law knowledge. The firm is adept at handling matters across collisions, cargo claims, trade, financing, and customs, often appearing for clients in high-profile cases. Team head André Kegels is ‘extraordinarily skilled in getting to the essence of each case’ and is recognised by clients for leading a ’excellent and all-round team’ along with Wim Drofmans.
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‘the team reflects the way it's founder André Kegels conducts his practice in an admirable way.’
‘André Kegels has been around for a long time and has only gained further in experience, swift and efficient advice and has strenghtened his position as the go to Belgium maritime lawyer. content is A ok, and so is communications, creativity and swiftness. truly remarkable.’
‘Kegels is one of the few firms that has both blue and brown water experience, combined with thorough nautical and technical knowledge, including in the field of smart (remote-controlled) shipping. Their ability to understand their international clients (fluently communicating in both English, French and Dutch) and to address the private international law aspects of each case, is an added value to their already allround profile.’
‘André Kegels is extraordinarily skilled in getting to the essence of each case. His ability to think out of the box make it a joy to work with him. His confidence and calm demeanour make every client feel at ease. Together with his colleague Wim Drofmans they make an excellent and allround team. ’
‘André Kegel and Wim Drofmans are highly-skilled litigators that provide prompt and concise advice.’
‘André Kegel has an eye for detail and an ability to distill the issues in dispute quickly and providel actionable solutions.’
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Wim Drofmans
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André Kegels; Peter Noben; Wim Drofmans