Hogan Lovells International LLP is noted for its securitisation expertise and its ‘in-depth knowledge of complicated financial transactions’, allowing the team to advise large international banking clients as well as global corporate entities across a wide range of matters. The practice also actively advises clients on debt issuances and covered bond programs, and it is additionally capable of handling complex cross-border financings, including syndicated arrangements and mezzanine loans. Ivan Peeters, who takes the lead on securitisation work and is also a key contact for financial regulatory matters, co-leads the team with transactional finance expert Philip Van Steenwinkel. Regulatory expert Charles-Henri Bernard is also a key contact.
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Testimonials
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‘Unique experience in banking and financial law matters. Exceptional knowledge of clients.’
‘Partner Philip Van Steenwinkel is exceptionally qualified. He is sharp, a quick thinker and has unrivalled market experience.’
‘The team has an in-depth knowledge of complicated financial transactions. Very experienced and knowledgeable’
‘Ivan Peeters is an authority in securitization. Philip Van Steenwinkel has a broad knowledge of financial transactions. They handle complex matters in a hands-on manner.’
‘Pragmatic and commercial.’
‘The team combines a technical knowledge which is unique on the Belgian market with a pragmatic, hands-on approach. They exceed the standard threshold of a reliable lawyer and are always looking for opportunities to better service their clients and ensuring a solution is found even for extreme complex solutions.’
‘Ivan Peeters: Always a pleasure to work with. His experience is unmatched. Charles-Henri Bernard: Upcoming talent. Learned from the best and that is clear when working with him. Strong technical knowledge and always keeping the client's objectives and framework in mind when looking for a solution.’
Key clients
- ABN Amro
- Advanzia Bank
- Aion Bank
- Alter Domus LLC
- Amazon
- Amazon Pay
- Amylyx Pharmaceuticals
- Argenta Bank
- Azerion Group BV
- Bank Delen
- Bank of New York Mellon
- Baring Asset Management
- Belfius Bank
- Bitstamp
- BNP Paribas
- BNP Paribas Fortis
- Buy Way
- Capfi Delen Asset Management
- Communauté française de Belgique
- Coöperative Rabobank UA
- Crédit Agricole Corporate Investment Bank
- Euroclear
- Euroclear Bank
- EuropAssistance
- Goldman Sachs
- His Majesty’s Treasury
- ING Bank
- ING Belgium
- Investec Bank Plc
- KBC Bank
- Lease Plan
- Lufthansa
- M&G Residential Fund
- Morgan Stanley
- National Australia Bank Ltd
- Patronale Life
- Prudential
- SFAM Assurance
- Indexia
- Single Resolution Board
- Société Générale
- Sompo Insurance
- TowerBrook Capital Partners
- Volkswagen Financial Services
- Western Union
- Wise
Work highlights
- Assisted Volkswagen D’Ieteren Finance SA with the setup of its inaugural €1bn master platform for the securitisation of auto loans.
- Assisted KBC Bank with the annual updates of its €17.5bn Residential Covered Bonds Programme.
- Assisted Lenwood as mezzanine lender to a Belgian real estate SPV owning and willing to redevelop the Omega Court building for €31m.
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Philip Van Steenwinkel
Hogan Lovells International LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ivan Peeters, Philip Van Steenwinkel