Recommended for its ‘excellent legal counsel and outstanding client service’, contrast’s commercial, corporate and M&A offering has particular experience assisting international cooperative and non-profit structures. The team often handles matters with complex regulatory elements, working with the firm’s competition practice. Bart Bellen co-heads the practice with Milena Varga; Bellen is praised for his prioritisation of ‘commercial objectives’, and Varga is a go-to for commercial law, particularly in the retail sector.
Testimonials
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‘Filip Tuytschaever, Bart Bellen, Kristof De Wael and Karlien De Ryck have been a pleasure to work with, combining legal rigour with a genuinely pleasant approach towards the client.'
‘Bart Bellen, the key figure in our engagements, consistently demonstrates a profound understanding of both the legal landscape and the practical realities of business. His advice is always grounded in a thorough comprehension of our company's needs, ensuring it aligns with our commercial objectives rather than being merely theoretical.'