Covering the full scope of insurance law, CMS handles dispute resolution, regulatory issues, and transactional matters for insurance clients. Kim van Zummeren is a new addition to the team, specialising in dispute resolution, insurance, and commercial law. Benoît Vandervelde assists insurers in their relationship with regulatory authorities, while Tom De Cordier focuses on data privacy advisory, transactional, and litigation work for insurance practices. Pierre-Axel Chabot and Jean-François Goffin are also key team members.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘They have regularly advised on general insurance related issues as well as complex cross-border matters.They are kind and respond quickly.’
- ‘Benoît Vandervelde has provided excellent and thorough advice on issues related to the compliance of non-life insurance products. We have good experiences with partner Tom De Cordier with regard to data privacy issues.’
Key clients
- Chubb
- Allianz Benelux
- AIG
Work highlights
Advising and representing Chubb in a coverage dispute against Argenta before the court of appeal in Antwerp.
Advising AIG during the underwriting process for a tax W&I policy covering the biggest Belgian transaction of 2023 and are currently assisting in the underwriting process for a policy for a €100m real estate transaction.
Currently advising Allianz in various D&O cases following or linked to a bankruptcy.
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.
Kim van Zummeren
Practice head
Kim van Zummeren; Benoît Vandervelde; Tom De Cordier
Other key lawyers
Pierre-Axel Chabot; Jean-François Goffin