‘We had the pleasure of working with DLA Piper on a rather complex legal matter, and their expertise and dedication truly set them apart from other firms. From the outset, it was clear that the team not only possessed exceptional legal knowledge but also a deep understanding of the nuances of our financial industry. Their pragmatic approach to client service ensures efficient communication, streamlined processes, and timely results.’

What truly distinguishes DLA Piper is their collaborative approach. Their team operates cohesively across practice areas, ensuring that we receive comprehensive advice covering all potential legal aspects.’

‘Marie Goossens was the individual that stood out for us. She was in charge of our file, explained everything clearly and tried her best to problem-solve. She allowed for a variety of perspectives and creative problem-solving approaches that we didn’t get when working with other lawyers.’

‘The Belgium team of DLA Piper is highly experienced and innovative.’

‘Marie Goossens is one of the true rising stars in the financial regulatory segment. Pierre Berger is very experienced and has insight into the financial regulatory practice across the European Union. ’

‘Strong team on the ground. ‘Yes, we can’ mentality, able to cover all aspects of a transactions in an integrated and flexible manner.’

‘Excellent knowledge. Helicopter view. Accessibility.’

‘Etienne Dessy is an excellent lawyer, who combines theory with practice. It a also a pleasure to work with him.’

‘The Fin-Reg team at Linklaters Belgium is excellent, business pro-active and legally profound while being close to their client.’

‘The NautaDutilh’s FS practice is efficient and able to deliver rapid responses that address our needs and provide insightful and client-friendly analysis. Their cooperative nature significantly contributes to the smooth progression of the project.”

‘Their professionalism, combined with their client-focused approach, made them an invaluable asset to our project. ’

‘Anne Fontaine’s approachability and professionalism have made a significant positive impact on our cross-border collaboration. Anne was really responsive, and gave practical commercial advice in relation to a complex marketing question for a major transnational financial services business.’

‘Anne Fontaine possesses an impressive depth of knowledge in her field. Her expertise is evident in the insightful analysis and strategic advice she provides.’

‘Great technicity and good knowledge of the sector, great availability.’

‘Anne Fontaine has incredible experience and Pierre de Pauw is technically very good. Both are very pleasant to work with. ’

‘Anne Fontaine is very responsive, including specific experts where appropriate. She is highly available and very nice to work with. Her expertise is recognised by our members: if Anne is involved, we trust the quality of the work.’

‘Philippe De Prez is fantastic and very responsive and reliable. A joy to work with. ’

‘Strong team, exceptional knowledge and practical expertise. Ability to translate complex matters into straightforward legal advice. ’

‘Philippe De Prez is a fantastic lawyer with exceptional knowledge and practical expertise. Also very amicable and accessible. He is an example for how one should collaborate with clients and other firms. Thomas Derval: Counsel operating at partner level. Great guy to work with. ’

‘Simont Braun stands out as a premier licensing and regulatory legal firm, distinguished by its deep expertise and client-focused approach in navigating complex EU financial regulatory landscapes. The firm’s unique positioning stems from a combination of its strong legal acumen, strategic advisory capabilities, and proactive engagement with regulatory authorities, making it an ideal partner for companies like ours seeking to establish themselves in highly regulated markets. 

‘Simont Braun’s client service approach is characterised by its accessibility and dedication. The team is consistently available for meetings, quick to respond to queries, and capable of providing immediate support in high-stakes scenarios. This high-touch engagement is particularly valuable for clients navigating the complexities of license applications or regulatory inquiries.’

‘I worked with Philippe De Prez. He was extremely capable in the field where I needed advice and had the right network. After our briefing, he made sure to fully understand our perspective, and didn’t hesitate to advise us on peripheral matters. He was very transparent in his availability, and respected deadlines. ’

‘Simont Braun has been an exceptional partner in handling our ad-hoc fintech compliance requests. Their deep understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape, combined with practical, business-oriented legal advice, sets them apart. The team’s responsiveness, flexibility, and ability to deliver tailored solutions make them stand out from other firms we’ve worked with. Overall, their expertise, client-focused approach, and commitment to innovation make them a top choice for legal support in the payments space.’

‘Our experience working with Philippe De Prez at Simont Braun has been outstanding. He consistently demonstrated exceptional expertise in fintech compliance, coupled with a proactive and business-oriented approach. What stands out most is his ability to simplify complex regulatory matters and provide clear, actionable advice that aligns with our business goals.’

‘Scott McInnes knows his clients and the industry incredibly well and is excellent at highlighting regulatory/industry information that he thinks is relevant to his clients. He understands the sector incredibly well and is second to none when it comes to anything payment or card scheme related.

‘The advice provided by Bird and Bird is always practical, relevant and concrete. In a number of complex regulatory situations, Bird and Bird supported us in identifying solutions that were appropriate to address the regulatory concerns while taking the business needs fully into account. We always consider them for files requiring a creative and pragmatic solution and legal reasoning.’

‘I would highlight the expertise, industry understanding and customer focus of the bird and bird team.’

‘We have worked together with the Liedekerke team on a number of financial regulatory matters. This team works very well together and is eager to provide the best possible service. The advice provided is always timely, accurate and complete. ’

‘I am always very happy to work with Tom Van Dyck. He is very knowledgeable and a very good sparring partner to discuss recent developments and positions taken by financial regulators.’

‘Louise Verstraete is an outstanding associate who follows up very closely on all ongoing matters. ’

‘The partners is always available for even for small questions. Very knowledgeable, with a personal approach.’

‘Personal relationship and highly competent. Their proactive approach to certain legal and regulatory developments is always to the point and relevant. ’

‘The team is responsive and adequately staffed for our needs.’

‘Elias Nys is very pro-active and goes out of his way to ensure all aspects of the transaction are attended to. He keeps a cool head and a respectful tone, and his commitment to client service is noticeable.’

‘Elias Nys’ analysis is reasoned and he is well positioned to explain relevant points of Belgian law to clients from other EU jurisdictions.’

‘A strong team with excellent knowledge and technical skills – responsive and user-friendly in the advice they provide. A joy to work with every time. ’

‘Tom Geudens – A true expert in his field. Delivers on-point advice in a way that can be easily digested and understood. Very personable. ’

‘The team offers seamless advice on the intersection of insurance law and insurance regulation.’

‘We always choose Sandra Lodewijcks for insurance regulatory advice in Belgium.’

‘The team covers all aspects of financing matters with various specialists. We have relied on this team for many years now and were never disappointed.’

‘Tom Geudens is a very reliable, responsive and helpful colleague.’

‘Very efficient and always delivering high-quality work.’

‘Tom Geudens is an outstanding lawyer with a very profound market knowledge. ’

‘Prudential and financial regulation is complex and technical and, and lawyers grasping every detail of it – which requires in-depth knowledge also of civil, administrative, company law and even criminal – are rare.’

‘The individuals we work with at Stibbe – and in particular Sophie Brenard – offer us the support we need.’