NautaDutilh has a full service dispute resolution team, structured around litigation, restructuring, insolvency and arbitration. The group represents all stakeholders across insolvency and restructuring proceedings related to financing structures, debt restructuring tools, and in and out-of-court proceedings. Clients stem from the manufacturing, engineering, construction, real estate, energy and aviation industries. The team is jointly led by Stan Brijs, who acts for banks and debtors in need of financial restructuring, and Sophie Jacmain, who manages the implementation of the EU directive on restructuring frameworks. Karel De Smet specialises in corporate criminal matters in the context of insolvency proceedings, and Frederik De Leo handles complex restructuring projects. Charlotte Van Themsche assists clients undergoing restructuring measures.
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Testimonials
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- 'I have been working with NautaDutilh, particularly their dispute resolution and restructuring & insolvency departments, for over 15 years. Throughout this time, I have consistently entrusted them with various commercial disputes and insolvency matters that our group has encountered. Their expertise and dedication have been invaluable in navigating these complex issues.'
- 'Sophie Jacmain has been particularly instrumental in the recent success of a highly complex restructuring file, which encompassed multiple aspects. Her strategic approach has significantly contributed to the efficient and effective resolution of this file.'
Key clients
- ABN AMRO
- Soliver NV
- ING Belgium
Work highlights
Advised Soliver NV, part of the AGP Group, on its restructuring and business transfer process, amid AGP’s global financial distress.
Advising a global life sciences company on navigating a liquidity crisis caused by adverse market conditions, global instability and investor reluctance.
Advising a global technology and business solutions provider on a debt restructuring process, including renegotiation of its facilities agreement with lenders and development of a contingency plan.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Stan Brijs; Sophie Jacmain
Other key lawyers
Karel De Smet; Frederik De Leo; Charlotte Van Themsche