Quinz is a boutique law firm advising on the enforcement and defence of creditors’ claims in the Belgian courts. The team acts for individual banks and syndicates, alternative lenders and non-bank creditors across liquidation proceedings, prepacks and voluntary bankruptcy, insolvency-related liability claims and debtors protection and restructuring. Co-head Stijn De Dier advises creditors and debtors in regulatory and insolvency cases, while fellow co-head Benoît Allemeersch specialises in mass actions related to bankruptcy. Other key names include Gillis Lindemans, who leads on contentious insolvency-related matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Hands-on approach, listening carefully to the client and anticipating his needs, proposing alternative solutions. Solution driven and bridging the interest of members of a club seeking common ground. Excellent value for money!’
- ‘Very responsive, quick and clear.’
- ‘The Quinz team is appreciated by us for its swift response to our questions. Input received from Quinz is of high quality, taking into account all risks identified.’
- ‘Stijn De Dier is very hands-on and strives to help us wherever necessary and possible.’
- ‘Gillis Lindemans provides a clear and pragmatic advice, no lengthy opinions, nevertheless always profound.’
- 'Strong technical knowledge. Client-centric approach to solving legal issues. The team stands out in both technical advice and court procedures.'
Key clients
- Nyrstar BNP Paribas Fortis Belfius Bank KBC Bank ING Belgium Gemeentelijke Holding Famatown
Work highlights
Assisting Nyrstar in all Belgian proceedings relating to its global restructuring.
Representing Belfius Bank in a class action in which several groupings of shareholders of the Arco Group have brought restitution and liability claims for misrepresentation and tort.
Acting, together with KPMG, as a liquidator of Gemeentelijke Holding/Holding Communal, Dexia’s reference shareholder.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
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
Benoît Allemeersch; Stijn De Dier
Other key lawyers
Gillis Lindemans