Loyens & Loeff houses an experienced team which is known for acting in a wide variety of mandates, including tax structuring issues, actions against the European Commission (EC), and public procurement tenders for healthcare providers. Notable clients include AstraZeneca, Galapagos, and Demant. Stéphanie De Smedt leads the team with her deep knowledge of both GDPR and the Clinical Trials Regulation, often advising on the negotiation and drafting of collaboration agreements. Valentijn De Boe has a great deal of experience in public procurement contracts, and regularly assists hospitals and healthcare institutions.
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Key clients
- AstraZeneca
- Demant A/S
- Galapagos
- B. Braun Medical
- Gamma Biosciences Holdco Limited
- Criteria Bio Ventures SICC S.A.
- GBA Group
Work highlights
- Advised Galapagos on Belgian and Dutch tax in relation to the post-acquisition restructuring of Cellpoint BV.
- Acted for AstraZeneca in high-profile litigation before the Belgian courts regarding the execution of its vaccine delivery contract with the European Commission and EU Member States.
- Assisted Demant with the acquisition of the audiology branch of Goed Hulpmiddelen.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stéphanie De Smedt