Insolvency and restructuring

DLA Piper

The ‘exceptional individuals’ making up the DLA Piper insolvency and restructuring team leverage their longstanding experience to act as insolvency practitioners, restructuring experts, and liquidators for both clients and the courts. The team’s client base spans debtors, lenders, government entities, distressed debt buyers and both domestic and international investors. Team head Ilse Van de Mierop is both a ’reliable and appreciated partner‘ and ’a tough opponent’, with major experience in the area of directors’ liability and experience acting as a trustee in bankruptcy. Charlotte Sas is a notable team member offering standout knowledge of judicial reorganisation proceedings, and is admitted as an approved trustee in bankruptcy. Virginie Frémat joined the team from CMS in September 2024, bringing expertise in the insurance sector.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

'The team is composed of exceptional individuals with the unique ability to bring relatively new legislation into practice effectively. They are not just legal advisors; they stand by their clients in a very proactive and conviction-driven manner, advocating for their interests with determination. Their bright minds have a keen understanding of the legal landscape, knowing precisely which path to follow to best serve their clients' needs.'
'As a client, you truly feel comfortable working with them, confident that they are on top of every detail and making the right decisions at every turn. Their expertise and proactive approach ensure that clients are always well-supported and strategically positioned for success.'
'The individuals within this team are remarkable for their ability to translate new legislation into actionable strategies, ensuring that clients are always compliant and ahead of the curve. They have a talent for making the right decisions swiftly and effectively, cutting through complexities to achieve tangible results. These qualities make them invaluable to their clients, as they not only provide sound legal advice but also get things done with precision and efficiency.'
'Ilse Van de Mierop and her team, including Charlotte Sas, have built up a strong reputation in insolvency and restructuring matters. Their knowledge and expertise make them trustworthy advisors and legal practitioners in this domain.'
'Ilse Van de Mierop is hands- on, efficient with a thorough legal knowledge in insolvency matters. A reliable and appreciated partner when working together. A tough opponent when being adversaries.'

Key clients

ArcelorMittal Belgium NV
Advanced Power Solutions NV
Euram NV
Facos VZW
BASF
Mirror Trading
Deparco NV
Telcotech BV
Fimave - Siat
General Electric LLP
GLAS Trust Corporation Limited
KBC Asset Management
Kuwait Petroleum NV
Mondelez Belgium
Pfizer
RES Prepaid
Aviapartner Group
Sabena Aerospace Engineering
Sabena (in bankruptcy)
The Centre for the Development of Enterprise (CDE)
UGI International LLC
Your Estate Solution (in bankruptcy)

Work highlights

Advised major creditors on the bankruptcy proceedings of Van Hool, securing their entire claim.
Acting for a major Belgian bank in the financing and restructuring of a Belgian real estate Group.
Assisting Aviapartner and Sabena Aerospace Engineering in the judicial reorganisation of airline Air Belgium with the recovery of their claim.