Ruben Vermang has been appointed as a partner at AKD in Brussels within the Real Estate practice. His appointment underscores AKD’s appeal to top lawyers and marks the next step in the firm’s efforts to strengthen its legal services in Belgium. Ruben brings extensive experience in the real estate sector and will play a key role in further developing AKD’s strategic position in this market.
With extensive experience in real estate transactions and expertise across all facets of real estate law, Ruben brings a unique blend of skill and vision to AKD. His practice covers the complete lifecycle of a property — from acquisitions and development, to property and asset management. Ruben also has significant experience in construction law, advising on large-scale development and PPP projects, as well as drafting contracts, providing strategic legal advice, and handling disputes.
Ruben’s appointment marks an important milestone in AKD’s strategy to position itself as an established name in Belgium. His arrival severally strengthens AKD’s position in the highest segment of the Corporate Real Estate market. “With my expertise, I aim not only to support our existing clients in their transactions but also to actively contribute to AKD’s further growth in Belgium. I look forward to working with the team to build a solid, future-oriented presence for AKD in the Belgian market,” said Ruben.
His decision to join AKD reflects the convergence of Ruben’s ambition to take the next step in his career and AKD’s desire to take further significant steps in the Belgian market. AKD is still relatively new on the Belgian market but with great ambition wishes to successfully position itself among the established order of Brussels business lawyers. Ruben will therefore play a key role in strengthening AKD’s position and reputation in Belgium on the real estate market and further drive AKD’s growth in Belgium with the enthusiasm of a pioneer.
Ruben is distinguished by his dedication and pragmatic approach, combined with a personal, accessible style. His clients value his ability to not only provide legal advice but also to think strategically about the entire transaction. “For me, it’s about truly understanding what matters to my clients and offering solutions that work in practice,” he says.
Carlos Pita Cao, Managing Partner of AKD: “Ruben is a valuable addition to our team, not only because of his extensive experience in Corporate Real Estate but also due to the energy and entrepreneurship he brings. We are confident that Ruben is the right person to help us realise our growth ambitions in the Belgian market and achieve our strategic goals in the real estate sector.”