Everest fields a practice that assists clients with compliance and fraud prevention alongside investigations and represents them in enforcement proceedings, both on a domestic and cross-border level. The practice is also noted for its niche knowledge in sports-related white-collar criminal cases, where it can draw on the know-how situated within its dedicated sports practice. Stijn De Meulenaer leads the team and is noted for his expertise across fraud, compliance and business criminal law, with a particularly in-depth experience relating to fraud audits. Another key name on associate level is Danique Van Mechelen.
Testimonials
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‘The team is very practical and they understand the needs of the client. Their advice is to-the-point and is a good support to define the strategy in a dossier.’
‘Competent team that is able to assist quickly and efficiently.’
Key clients
- Audit Vlaanderen
- Province of Antwerp
Work highlights
- Advised several companies, including HLB Services and Fnac Vanden Borre on the drafting and implementation of whistleblowing procedures.
- Assisted several companies and natural persons in reaching a settlement in matters concerning criminal tax law.