ARGO Law
Boutique firm ARGO Law is very established in the Benelux private equity market, handling a large volume of complex transactions while also drawing on cross-practice expertise to advise on fund structuring, tax, and governance matters. The team is increasingly active on cross-border buyouts and minority investments and is noted in particular for its advice on fund formation, regularly applying its regulatory and governance expertise to advise on the incorporation and post-incorporation structuring of new private equity and venture capital funds. Kris Verdoodt and Bert Van Ingelghem, whose portfolios encompass a wide range of private equity transactions, co-head the practice. Tax and fund structuring experts Philippe Rens and Freya Jorens are also highly recommended, as is transactional expert Louis Hoet.
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Testimonials
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‘ The team always has a pragmatic approach fr, regardless of the complexity of the matter. Top quality.’
‘Kris Verdoodt offers a pragmatic approach and efficient interventions in highly complex international deals. Very detailed, but always impact-oriented, went the extra mile (and beyond) to make the deal happen.’
‘Very competent and available team, with strong knowledge on their legal matters and also update on industry regulations. Very nice individuals.’
‘What we value the most in the Argo team is their reactivity, pragmatism, and speed of execution. Combined with the team's down-to-earth culture, we feel that compared to other law practices, Argo is uniquely equipped to tackle negotiations and processes with SMEs.’
‘Louis Hoet is very approachable and hands-on. He is into the details on the transaction and very pragmatic in dealing with unforeseen circumstances.’
Key clients
- Sofindev
- Maxus Capital
- Junction Growth Partners
- Andera Partners
- Heran Health Tech Fund
- Waterland
- Strada Partners
- Vectis Private Equity
- NPM Capital
- Finco
- Pentahold
- Rivean Capital
- Strada Capital
- Bencis
- Fortino Capital Partners
- Gimv
- Vendis Capital
- Down2Earth Capital
- We are Jane
- Hummingbird Ventures
Work highlights
- Assisted the founders and other key managers of Amadys with their roll-over into ETC Group as part of the acquisition of Amadys by the latter.
- Assisted Sofindev Management with the incorporation of its sixth private equity fund, Sofindev VI, raising a total of €250m.
- Advised Andera Partners on its investment in Pauwels Consulting NV.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Kris Verdoodt, Bert Van Ingelghem