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Intellectual property

Van Bael & Bellis

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The intellectual practice at Van Bael & Bellis regularly act on mandates with a cross-border element, with vast expertise in regulated industries, including life sciences, IT, and pharmaceuticals. IP matters related to emerging technologies are another strength of the team, including digital market platforms, software developments, and database rights. Peter L’Ecluse leads the team, with expertise spanning life sciences, antitrust, and intellectual property. Similarly at leadership level is Thibaut D’hulst, advising clients on all aspects of IP law. Gert-Jan Fraeyman advises clients on trademark, design, and copyright law.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Above all stands out for the level of expertise on different topics, combined with the fast response and follow-up.’

  • ‘Catherine Longeval and Thibaut d'Hulst: very rapid and thorough follow-up, always striving to offer best service.’

  • ‘Great team with excellent leaders. They put the needs of the client first, very targeted, very direct, and give quick responses and feedback.’

  • ‘Good specialists with specific knowledge and skills that are used for the total end result for the client.’

Key clients

  • 3Shape
  • Canon Europe
  • ECMWF
  • FCR Media
  • Gedeon Richter
  • IFPI
  • Nike
  • Sopra Steria
  • Super League Triathlon
  • UBConnect

Work highlights

  • Representing record label in their bid to have the Constitutional Court annul specific provisions of the Belgian law on copyright and related rights in the digital single market on grounds of their incompatibility with the Belgian Constitution, read in combination with certain provisions of EU law.
  • Advising Gedeon Richter on various IP issues, in particular patents and trade marks, and assisted in the drafting and negotiation of adequate representations and warranties in the context of the acquisition of all shares in Estera and Neuralis from Mithra Pharmaceuticals and its acquisition of all shares of BCI Pharma.
  • Advising Super League Triathlon, an innovative and international sports event organiser, in determining and implementing its IP strategy for a novel endurance sports format involving events that are broadcast globally.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Peter L’Ecluse, Thibaut D’hulst

Other key lawyers

Gert-Jan Fraeyman, Catherine Longeval