Emma Van Caenegem
ALTIUSThe ‘flexible, efficient, solution-oriented, and business-minded lawyers’ in ALTIUS’ employment team handle a wide range of complex matters, with noteworthy expertise in cross-border work, workforce restructuring, collective bargaining, and migration law. The team’s experience in the sports and entertainment industry is particularly strong, often handling image rights deals. For multijurisdictional matters, practice head Philippe De Wulf is ‘invaluable’: regularly advising international clients in the Belgian market. Collective dismissals and employment litigation are areas of expertise for Sven Demeulemeester, whereas Emma Van Caenegem, who was made partner in September 2024, has notable experience in international labour and social security matters, and flexible employment set-ups.
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Testimonials
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‘Altius's employment team has one super big advantage over many other law firms: they understand me and my concerns. Their advice is top-notch, delivered swiftly, and helps me define my positions and strategy.’
‘Sven Demeulemeester clearly stands out from the pack. He is very approachable, delivers high-quality advice, and does so very quickly. His business acumen is remarkable: it is almost as if he is part of the company. And on top, he is very fun to work with. ’
‘Working with the Altius employment team is exceptional. They are very flexible, efficient, solution-oriented, and business-minded lawyers. They handle high-profile international projects. ’
‘Philippe de Wulf, partner in charge of the Employment Practice group, is a leading employment law lawyer in Belgium. He is an experienced and reputable lawyer, open to solutions and business-oriented. It is a real pleasure to work with Philippe and his team.'
‘Philippe De Wulf helped us deal with a cross-border dispute and was able to guide us quickly and pragmatically. His responsiveness was more than appreciated. His help was invaluable. I would recommend Philippe's services. ’
‘Altius is very timely in responding to requests and provides excellent employment law advice.'
‘Altius is a law firm with a great reputation. I had the opportunity to work with an extremely competent and professional legal team, distinguished by their deep knowledge of the subject matter. I am delighted with the experience and wholeheartedly recommend this team for the quality of its work.’
‘Emma Van Caenegem demonstrated exceptional expertise, up-to-date knowledge, and constant availability and attentiveness to client needs. The combination of specialised know-how and responsiveness, ensuring continuous support, was a key element in delivering a high-quality service.'
Key clients
- 4PX
- ABE Clearing
- Airplus International
- Alight (NorthGateArinso)
- Alliance Optique
- Alstom
- AniCura Group
- Ascend Materials
- Berry Superfos
- C&A
- Canon
- Cigna
- City Football Group
- Club Brugge
- Crisp
- Dell Technologies
- dsm-firmenich
- GL Foods
- G-Star
- Hexagon
- Innovia Films (CCL company)
- Itab
- KellyDeli
- Lecta
- Magnit
- Marriott
- McCain Foods
- Media Markt
- Miles Mobility
- MSD (Merck Sharp Dohme)
- Oracle
- Precisely (former Vision Solutions)
- Prem Group
- Racing Genk
- Royal Antwerp Football Club
- RSC Anderlecht
- Siemens
- StepStone
- The Cobalt Institute
- The Nickel Institute
- TI Automotive
- Vanguard Logistics
- Will Pharma
- Winterhalter
Work highlights
- Advised Innovia Films on the closure of its Belgian operation and associated collective dismissal of its workforce in Belgium, including negotiating and drafting the social plan CBA.
- Advised TI Automotive on the closure of a division, including assisting with the dismissal of a works council employee representative.
- Advised KRC Genk on the contract extension of their most valued player, MVP of the Belgian Pro League and Moroccan international, Bilal El Khannouss.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Philippe De Wulf