Artes
The ‘ultra-efficient’ Antwerp-based team at Artes acts as trusted counsel for government agencies, domestic and international enterprises, entrepreneurs and notable personalities such as actors and athletes. The unit is well positioned to handle disputes before Belgian and European courts, copyright transfer agreements and international trade mark registrations. Nele Somers heads up the practice and is noted for her ’broad knowledge of intellectual property, dispute resolution as well as general company law’. Experienced IP litigator Ben Hermans frequently leverages his software and technology expertise to assist clients with cross-border disputes and contract negotiations. Myrthe Maes has in-depth knowledge of copyright and neighbouring rights, while Ellen Desnyder has a focus on IP contracts in the media and entertainment sector.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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‘Very dynamic team with a fluent internal communication stream.’
‘Highly competent team.’
- My collaboration with Artes Law has been a breath of fresh air. A crucial aspect of this positive experience has been the consistent point of contact provided by Artes Law. Being assigned one or two fixed individuals who understand my case in depth and whom I can reach out to with any concerns has been incredibly reassuring.'
‘Ultra-efficient, deep knowledge, very thorough advice.’
‘Nele Somers, together with Charlotte Potemans, deliver high standard of intake, managing expectancy and high quality of both written and verbal stances and strategies.’
‘The ARTES team is very young and dynamic, yet it can rely on the extensive experience of its senior members.'
- 'They handle disputes in a very hands-on and pragmatic manner and proactively and thoroughly assist your company on strategic matters.’
‘Nele Somers has a very broad knowledge of intellectual property, dispute resolution as well as general company law. She is a very approachable and flexible lawyer and gives room to the more junior lawyers to develop their skills and expertise.’
Key clients
- Texfinity
- Showcomm BV
- Dolce Donna BV
- Fruithandel-Sebrechts BVBA
- Jasnarok Lab CommV
- Belgian Institute for the Equality of Women and Men
- Twice Radio BV
- ByMi BV
- Zidis BV
- University of Antwerp
- Sophis BV
- Hawaiian Poke Bowl
- De Huisleverancier BVBA
- Maurice Verbaet
- Adikta BVBA
- Blue Corner NV
- LawCloud BV
- Connectum NV
- Trixxo
- House & Garden NV
- Tabaknatie
- Geronimo
- HB Antwerp
- Neckermann Belgium NV
- R&S Records Ltd.
- Hydroko
- Cazitex
- Dieter Vander Velpen Architect BV
Work highlights
- Advised Connectum on how to properly protect its new products and concepts, and how to handle and manage its trade marks and trade secrets.
- Provided advice to Dieter Vander Architects on intellectual property issues and problems it encounters in its business.
- Acted for Maurice Verbaet, the owner of an art gallery and personal art collection, in a dispute with the Belgian collecting society Sabam.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nele Somers