From advisory transactional work to enforcing and litigating IP rights, DLA Piper’s IP practice is mandated by Belgian and Flemish public bodies and private sector clients from a variety of sectors including the consumer goods and life sciences industries. Alexis Fierens, praised for his ‘clear, hands-on advice’, is the key contact; his practice centres on soft IP rights. IP infringement disputes specialist Kaat Scheerlinck frequently provides support to Fierens.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Alexis Fierens is hands-on, pragmatic and very pleasant to work with. He is very approachable and tries to fully understand his clients needs before further developing the legal strategy. Highly recommended!’

  • ‘Alexis Fierens' performance is exceptional. His profound knowledge in IP and IT, combined with adept communication skills, enhances legal proceedings.’

  • ‘This team is highly specialised in all areas of IP and has extensive knowledge both of the theoretical legal framework and the realities on the field.'

  • ‘They are remarkably responsive, hands-on, with deep knowledge of the matters at hand. Alexis Fierens deserves a special mention.’

  • ‘Extremely hard working team. Very international approach. Clear communicators.’

  • ‘Alexis Fierens is a true joy to work with. He is one the most pleasant lawyers in the field. He works hard and communicates in a crystal clear way.’

  • ‘It is a pleasure to work with DLA Piper's IP practice. They are able to adapt quickly to new facts; and they understand business practices from the first instance.’

Key clients

  • The Walt Disney Company
  • LA Turbine
  • City of Brussels
  • Exterioo (previously OVS Garden)
  • Juntoo (previously OVS Home)
  • Filorga
  • Vervaeke-Belavi NV
  • Workero
  • Fresenius Kabi
  • Bacardi
  • Bancontact Payconiq Company
  • Jump For Me
  • DPG Media
  • Kinepolis
  • CycloCollect
  • Atos
  • Aerts (Salt & Pepper)
  • Ravensburger
  • Legio Group (Overstock, X²O)
  • Duracell
  • Buro3VD (Zangra)

Work highlights

  • Advised a world leader in the fields of dredging, land reclamation, marine infrastructure, offshore energy and environmental remediation on the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights and trade secrets.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Alexis Fierens

Other key lawyers

Kaat Scheerlinck