Hans Gilliams
EubeliusPrivate and public sector clients alike turn to the experienced team at Eubelius to handle cartel and abuse of dominance investigations, as well as the gamut of transactional work. The firm is regularly instructed to act in disputed matters, including appeals against decisions and fines before the Brussels Court of Appeal. Jan Bocken has a strong focus on the regulated industries, particularly public transport and mobility, telecoms and energy. Hans Gilliams is noted for his state aid expertise.
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‘Their hands-on and business-minded approach, combined with excellent technical legal skills, allows you to navigate the pitfalls whilst preserving the business logic. Theoretical advice when needed, practical advice where possible. Good value for money.’
‘Relatively small team, but with the knowledge you need, and with excellent availability. Good communicators, both internally and externally.’
Key clients
- bpost
- Belgian “Excess Profit Rulings” scheme
- Vinventions
- Dow Silicones
- Asco Industries
- Batopin
- EPI Interim Company
- TUI Belgium
- Régie Média Belge
- Port of Antwerp-Bruges (Port Authority)
- AGEAS
- Delhaize
Work highlights
- Representing bpost in its opposition against a large fine imposed by the Belgian Competition Authority.
- Advising Batopin - a joint venture comprising four major Belgian banks which is in the process of designing, building and operating a new nationwide ATM network - on a probe conducted by the Belgian Competition Authority.
- Assisting the Belgian State with the life extension of nuclear power plants in Belgium and with obtaining state aid clearance.
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Jan Bocken