The corporate and M&A team at Laurius advises international franchises and growth companies on their entrance into the Belgium market, with additional experience advising management teams on large buy-outs – David Ryckaert is the key contact for this area of work. Dirk Wellens focuses on private equity transactions and restructuring, Caroline Wildemeersch specialises in intricate investment and divestment transactions, and Christina Trappeniers is a go-to for clients in the real estate arena, with an emphasis on healthcare sector clients.
Testimonials
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‘What sets Caroline Wildemeersch’s team apart is the consistently high quality of the associates she works with. This ensures that the entire transaction process is handled with precision and care. The team is quick to immerse itself in complex M&A or sale transactions, and their efficiency allows them to adapt quickly to the needs of the client.’
‘Caroline Wildemeersch is exceptional, not only for her legal knowledge but also for her deep economic insight and emotional intelligence. She quickly understands the client’s needs and the details of each deal, enabling her to provide tailored, practical advice.'
‘Very professional team. Easy to work with. Overall very satisfied with the quality of work.’
‘David Ryckaert provides very smart, efficient support and pragmatic business-friendly solutions. Straight to the point. Not overly legalistic. Very personable. Understands what is at stake and offers clear straightforward answers. Very fast execution with little back and forth.’
‘Laurius has a very personal and direct approach. They handle their files decisively with clear direction and provide sufficient alternatives with their consequences. Very flexible and accessible office.’
‘Straightforward people who are very professional and discreet. They want the best for their clients, no matter how small your demand.’
- ‘Reactive people, to the point, problem solving.'
- ‘You always feel important.'
Key clients
- Sofico Invest NV
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
- M80 Capital Partners
- De Eik NV
- Ginkgho Funerals SA
- Partnership Eclips
- Healthcare Activos Yield Socimo S.A.
- Ivy International SA
- Construct Materials Group NV
- Demeyan BV
- Techne IT Solutions BV
- Corilus NV
Work highlights
- Acted as strategic counsel to the founders and management team of Sofico in a roll-over and reinvestment alongside Apheon and new lead investor Astorg.
- Advised Addactis from Loi on their investment from Fortino, an investment company with EUR800m in share capital.
- Assisted M80, a Brussels private equity fund, with its first acquisition from its second fund, negotiating, performing due diligence, and preparing all transaction and reinvestment documents for the purchase of Acumen Public Affairs.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Dirk Wellens, David Ryckaert, Caroline Wildemeersch, Christina Trappeniers