Housing a team which is praised by clients for its 'unmatched' quality, ALTIUS dispenses expert advice to a varied client base of pharmaceutical, biotech, and software developers. The practice handles a broad range of issues, including pricing and reimbursement work, data related license agreements, and hospital tenders. Christophe Ronse leads the team alongside Philippe de Jong. Ronse is noted for his expertise in acting for domestic and international healthcare clients in both national and international patent disputes, while de Jong handles a broad range of IP issues concerning parallel imports and plant variety rights. Promoted to partner in September 2023, the 'hands-on' Kirian Claeyé contributes his deep regulatory knowledge of marketing strategies, clinical trials, and life cycle management.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘Kirian Claeyé is a hands-on lawyer who combines practical knowledge with a deep understanding of the Belgian life sciences regulations.’
‘Extensive knowledge of the Belgian HC environment, high levels of collaboration and availability.’

Key clients

AbbVie
Hologic
P3Lab
Hipra
Organon
Applied Medical
Azelis
Beiersdorf
VWR-Avantor
VMD - Inovet
Anicura
Gilead
Bayer Pharma
Novartis
Biogen
Ferring
Merck (MSD)

Work highlights

Representing Novartis in proceedings before the Council of State and Belgian civil courts in relation to pricing and reimbursement decisions.
Advised Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD) on managed entry agreements with the Belgian reimbursement authorities.
Advised Beiersdorf on the promotion and advertising of medicinal products, medical devices and cosmetics.