Liedekerke assists venture capital and private equity funds on transactions in sectors such as technology, energy, life sciences and pharmaceuticals. The team is headed by Damien Conem, who brings experience in multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions as well as in corporate restructuring. Wim Dedecker assists in investments and joint venture mandates, while Jacques Meunier is a further key contact for investments and acquisitions.

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Testimonials

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'Maurits Arnauw thinks outside of the box when needed. His expertise far exceeds his seniority. I would recommend everyone to work with him.’
‘Great team, amazing work.’
‘Damien Conem and William Hollanders are excellent lawyers and our go to team for PE in Belgium. ’
‘Liedekerke has become our go-to partner for M&A deals.'
'The team has been able to think proactively during due diligence processes, even when the target was active in more technical sectors.'
'They have always acted pragmatically, which is necessary for us.’

Key clients

Aquila Capital
Vicartem
Siparex
IDI
Solum Partners
Eurofeu Belgium SA
Suma Capital SGEIC SA
Gimv NV
Korys Investments NV
Natra SA
Wallonie Entreprendre
Noshaq

Work highlights

Advised Aquila Capital in respect of its investment in 2 new, parallel battery energy storage system projects in Ruien, alongside its JV partner Nippon Koei Energy Europe B.V.

Advised Vicartem on its acquisition, alongsidewith the French investor Extendam, of 100% of the shares issued by the Belgian company Atlas Hotel Brussels SRL.

Assisted Siparex in connection with its equity investment in WVT Group and the unitrance debt financing.