Van Bael & Bellis is instructed by a growing roster of clients primarily in highly regulated sectors such as IT, infrastructure, and life sciences to advise on the full gamut of domestic and cross-border transactions. The team handles strategic transactions as well as private equity and venture capital deals and frequently collaborates with global partner firms to provide domestic regulatory advice on multinational matters. Practice head Michel Bonne is a key name for restructuring and distressed M&A, while Caroline Daout is especially active on cross-border mergers and transactions. Hannelore Matthys is noted for her expertise in the energy and life sciences sectors.
Testimonials
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‘All technical aspects of the transactions have been executed perfectly. Going beyond these technical aspects is where VBB really shine.’
‘Michel Bonne is an excellent communicator, which is so essential in our sector. Especially breaking down complex legal aspects for non-legal professionals is a key element. Shaziea Habibi regularly outperforms any requirements from a legal/technical point of view and we are keen to work with her the next time.’
Key clients
- Beiersdorf
- Parcom
Work highlights
- Assisted Sopra Steria Group with a €518m all-cash public offer for all of the issued and outstanding ordinary shares in the capital of Dutch-listed IT services provider Ordina.
- Assisted Betsson with the €120m acquisition of the betFIRST group within the context of a competitive auction procedure.