At DLA Piper, compliance and regulatory issues, product liability claims, crisis management, product withdrawal and recall matters, and related legislative processes all form part of the regular workload. Bob Martens heads up the regulatory team, bringing a wealth of experience in advising both public and private sector clients on all aspects of administrative law to the role. Alec Van Vaerenbergh, who was promoted to partner in May 2023, is another key member of the group.
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Key clients
- BASF
- SABIC
- LyondellBasell
- Agfa Gevaert
- Sumitomo Chemical
Work highlights
- Advised SABIC on the reorganisation of its polymer cracker business in Europe.
- Represented Indaver in urgent proceedings regarding discharge standards for effluent containing PFAS, including an appeal in cassation regarding the judgment of the Council of Permit Disputes.
- Advised the Flemish Agency for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the aftermath of a judgment by the Council of Permit Disputes, overturning the permit for the 'Project One' chemical plant by INEOS because of an inconclusive assessment of the nitrogen effects on a nature reserve located in the Netherlands.
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The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Bob Martens, Alec Van Vaerenbergh