Baker McKenzie BV/SRL is well-equipped to advise on complex cross-border big-ticket M&A transactions, acting for a range of PE and VC funds, particularly within the life sciences sector. The firm has particular expertise in advising an array of international private equity clients on the structuring of funds. Practice head Roel Meers is well-regarded for his expertise in complex M&A as well as equity capital markets deals, including securities offerings and listings. Luc Meeus is relied upon for his expertise in complex fund structuring mandates. Koen Vanhaerents is a longstanding expert in the private equity space. Kristoff Cox supports the team.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Proactive strategic and tactical thinking.’
  • 'Experience level is high.'
  • ‘All members of the team are very knowledgeable.'
  • ‘Always to the point and available. Efficient negotiators.’
  • ‘Hands-on approach, prompt advice.’
  • ‘Luc Meeus is a nice person, understands the business, is practical and hands-on.’

Key clients

  • Astanor
  • AgomAb Therapeutics
  • Apheon
  • Astorg
  • Belgian Growth Fund II
  • Capricorn
  • CVC Capital
  • Damier
  • FPIM-SFPI
  • GIMV
  • IMEC
  • Imec Xpand II

Work highlights

Advised MRM Health on its €71m Series B financing round, with participation from new investors Biocodex and Athos, as well as existing investors.
AgomAb Therapeutics on its $89m Series D financing round, with participation from new investors Sanofi and Invus, as well as existing investors.
Advised Septentrio and its shareholders on the sale of Septentrio to Hexagon Solutions AB.

Lawyers

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Kristoff Cox
Kristoff Cox
Practice head

Roel Meers

Other key lawyers

Luc Meeus; Koen Vanhaerents; Kristoff Cox