Eubelius assists notable private equity clients through buy-outs, funding rounds, complex carve-outs as well as exits. Philippe Mulliez is an expert in private equity transactions within the Flemish market. Felix Dobbelaere advises a portfolio of private equity funds on transactions, joint ventures and internal reorganisations. Filip Jenné brings a specialisation in real estate transactions. Life sciences sector specialist Erwin Destuyver and longstanding private equity expert Matthias Wauters are further key contacts.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- ‘Very professional and knowledgeable team, always reachable, always timely, and quality work.’
- ‘Approachable, do not linger or make the process go slower, the opposite. Overall, great people to work with.’
- ‘Eubelius’ private equity practice is positioned to handle the most complex fund structures and transaction frameworks.'
- 'The team combines deep knowledge of Belgian and international corporate law with a sophisticated understanding of private equity investors’ needs and objectives.'
- ‘Felix Dobbelaere stands out as a key dealmaker in private equity matters. His ability to balance the sometimes competing needs of fund investors, management teams, and counterparties is exceptional.'
- 'Felix Dobbelaere demonstrates an instinctive understanding of when to push for stronger terms and when to compromise to keep momentum, ensuring that fund managers’ and investors’ objectives are met without jeopardising the transaction.'
Key clients
- BNP Paribas Fortis Private Equity
- Credit Mutuel Equity
- Dovesco
- Robur Capital
- EQT Life Sciences
- Sun Capital Partners
- European Innovation Council Fund
- I4B - The Belgian Infrastructure Fund
- Participatiemaatschappij Vlaanderen
- Federale Participatie- en Investeringsmaatschappij
- Duomed
- PE Group
Work highlights
Assistance to Sun Capital Partners and management on the sale of the Sports and Leisure Group and to TenCate.
Assisting EQT Life Sciences in connection with the successful Series A round in ATB Therapeutics.
Assistance to the shareholders of CBS Beton in connection with the sale to and reinvestment in private equity firm Gilde Equity Management.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Matthias Wauters; Philippe Mulliez; Erwin Destuyver; Filip Jenné; Felix Dobbelaere