ASTREA‘s practice handles real estate developments, transactions, and transfers. Key names in the practice include Ciska Servais, Ilse Cuypers, and Philippe Van Wesemael.
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A&O Shearman
A&O Shearman advises on major real estate transactions across the retail, logistics, office, and data centre sectors, including sale-and-leaseback deals. The practice is led by Rudy Dupont, who focuses on real estate development, finance, and acquisitions, while counsel Jeff Hermans, who has established a strong client base of logistics entities.
Praxisleiter:
Rudy Dupont
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Jeff Hermans
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‘Great team to work with. Super accessible, very deal minded, and solution oriented. The collaboration has intensified over recent years and we are very pleased of their work. Very transparent and open communication which is highly appreciated!’
‘Rudy Dupont is exceptional as partner at A&O. Has a deep understanding of complex real estate transactions and mechanics. Very accessible and collaborative, excellent in negotiations and deal execution. Would recommend him any time. One of the few partners in construction and real estate who ticks all the boxes. Jeff Hermans provides excellent support as well. They work very well together. ’
‘The A&O Shearman team has shown a great ability to understand the different sensitivities of the transaction and supported us with solutions which were acceptable by both parties. This was highly appreciated by both parties involved in the deal.’
Kernmandanten
Ghelamco
Louis Delhaize
Deka Immobilien
Cheyne Capital Management
Clifford Chance
Clifford Chance maintains a strong presence in Belgium’s real estate market, advising on high-value acquisitions, reorganisations, developments, and sale-and-leaseback transactions. The practice is led by partner Henri d’Ursel , who focuses on complex cross-border and domestic projects for major investors and funds, while Pieter De Bock is noted for his expertise across ESG.
Praxisleiter:
Henri d’Ursel
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Pieter De Bock
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‘The Clifford Chance team in Brussels has great real estate capabilities, covering all aspects of real estate transactions (ranging from seller/buyer mandates to assistance with long term leases and construction related contracts).’
‘Pieter De Bock is one of our go to lawyers when it comes to real estate transactions. He is a bright, discrete, and solution oriented attorney. Always a real pleasure to work with him.’
‘The real estate team at Clifford Chance in Belgium is considered as the best in the market even by their peers. The team that is led by Henri d’Ursel is recommended by market leaders and international companies and is a one stop law firm that provides excellent advice as to how to structure real estate transactions from a property and tax point of view.’
Kernmandanten
Cityforward
Atream
Asterion Industrial Partners
Accor Group
What’s Cooking
SFPIM
Hansainvest
ICN Development
Mitsui
Patrizia Frankfurt Kapitalverwaltungsgesellschaft mbh
Portus Retail LLP
Praemia REIM France SA
Valesco and Tour des Finances SA
Penta Data Center Holding BV
Union Real Estate Investment
Whitewood Capital
Patrizia
KanAm Grund
LCN Capital Partners
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- Advised Cityforward on the sale of its residential development portfolio to Home Invest, a landmark deal in the Belgian market and a key step in the transformation of the City of Brussels.
- Advised Accor group on a cross-border share exchange with European hotel real estate investment group Covivio Hotels, one of the largest European real estate deals this year.
- Advised LCN capital partners, an international private equity real estate firm, on their first large logistics sale and lease-back transaction in Belgium.
Liedekerke
Liedekerke advises on large and complex real estate transactions across the retail, logistics, infrastructure, and construction sectors. The practice is led by Yves Delacroix , described by a client as ‘hands on, knowledgeable, and available, combining pragmatic advice and effective execution’, while Alexandre Emond focuses on acquisitions, developments, and lease negotiations.
Praxisleiter:
Yves Delacroix
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Alexandre Emond; Laurent Pyls
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‘Outstanding team, exceptionally well-coordinated, and highly effective in their collaboration. They combine deep legal knowledge with a thorough understanding of market practices and our business needs. Their ability to deliver tailor-made solutions demonstrates both expertise and strategic insight. Working with them is consistently professional, efficient, and highly rewarding, making them a trusted and invaluable partner.’
‘Alexandre Emond is an intelligent and highly skilled lawyer with deep market knowledge and a clear understanding of business needs. He is a great sparring partner, consistently delivers tailor-made solutions, approaches negotiations with expertise, and combines his skill with modesty and the respect of his peers. Working with him is always a pleasure.‘
‘Very professional and timely in response. The team is very experienced and efficient. The output is pragmatic and tailored to our specific needs.’
Kernmandanten
Aegide
Domitys
B&B Hotels Group
Befimmo
Brussels Airlines
Bruvaco
Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
Goodman
KBC Real Estate
LIDL Belgium
Mestdagh
MG Real Estate
Proximus
Pestana Hotel group
PerPetum Energy
Royal Union Saint-Gilloise
Sappi Papier Holding
STIB
MIVB
Unibra Real Estate
Vastint Belgium
Wereldhave Belgium
Willy Tans
ION
Matexi
Vastint
Aquila Capital Real Asset Investment Verwaltungsgesellschaft mbH
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- Advising Meir Corner on leasing a ±14,500 m² flagship unit on Antwerp’s Meir to Zara SA, securing Zara’s largest store worldwide and anchoring a landmark mixed-use development.
- Advising Proximus on the €62.5m sale of the Proximus Towers in Brussels to Nextensa and negotiating multi-phase relocation leases at Thurn & Taxis.
- Assisting Centre Logistique de Wallonie (LIDL Belgium) on selling its Courcelles distribution centre to WDP and arranging a short-term leaseback.
Linklaters
Linklaters' real estate team, led by Yves Moreau, continues to handle major transactions and complex disputes. The group has expanded its litigation capabilities and remains active across M&A-related and sustainable real estate projects. Pieter Puelinckx plays a key role on development mandates.
Praxisleiter:
Yves Moreau
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Pieter Puelinckx; Melissa Verplancke
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‘Deal-driven approach without losing sight of the client’s benefits, requirements, and demands. Very client-centric.‘
‘Pieter Puelinckx demonstrates the highest levels of professionalism, expertise, but also market knowledge, making him a very diverse lawyer.’
‘With Linklaters, you know exactly what to expect: impeccable quality and unwavering respect for deadlines.’
Kernmandanten
Cityforward S.Comm
Bastion Tower
MG New Docks
Coeur de Ville SA
AG Insurance
Vicinity Affordable Housing Fund
Baltisse
M&G European Property Fund
Solvay
VGC
Balta Services BV
ION Development
Besix Group
Stadsbader
CBRE IM
Matexi
Loyens & Loeff
Loyens & Loeff's real estate practice handles high-value, deals, including real estate acquisitions, developments, and financing. The team is led by Christophe Laurent, who oversees complex transactions across the logistics and hospitality sectors. Julien Lecler advises clients on matters spanning Belgium and Luxembourg, providing integrated cross-border support.
Praxisleiter:
Christophe Laurent
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ariane Brohez; Julien Lecler
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‘Very specialised people in real estate, transactions, and construction issues.‘
‘Christophe Laurent: one of the most professional and qualified lawyers in real estate transactions. Julien Leclerc is a specialist in construction litigation.‘
‘Extensive range of resources to manage our business projects / operations in Belgium.‘
Kernmandanten
AEW
Alchemy Step Hotel Group
Axa
CBRE Investment Managents
Covivio Hotels
Downtown Development
Edmond de Rothschild REIM
Lifento
PATRIZIA Immobilien Kapitalverwaltungsgesellschaft mbH
Schroders
Groupama Immobilier
Step Partners Europe GmbH and Alchemy Step Hotel Group
Swiss Life Asset Managers France
Weerts Logistic Park
Wereldhave and Wereldhave Belgium
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- Assisting Weerts Logistics Parks in achieving a major transaction, composed of 4 companies owning strategically located portfolio of five logistics assets.
- Advising Alchemy Step Hotel Group (Alchemy Partners & Step Partners) on all legal and tax aspects, including the financing, of their acquisition of a portfolio of 8 hotels in Belgium, located in key Belgian cities.
- Representing Covivio Hotels on the Belgian legal and tax aspects of a swap operation with Accor Invest, involving France, Belgium, and Germany, to consolidate the hotel ownership and/or the hotel operation at the level of the same group.
Stibbe
Stibbe's practice head Matthias Maselis oversees commercial real estate and development projects across Belgium and Luxembourg. Other key lawyers include Rony Vermeersch, who has extensive experience in construction, infrastructure, and dispute resolution, and, who advises contractors, developers, principals, and other stakeholders.
Praxisleiter:
Matthias Maselis
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Rony Vermeersch; Anneleen Quirynen
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‘We like to work with the Stibbe real estate team. They are easy to work with, fast, accurate and provide outstanding quality.’
‘We worked with Rony Vermeersch and Matthias Maselis. Both are highly recommended.’
‘Anneleen Quirynen: easy to contact, very reactive, and experienced lawyer. From a legal technical point of view accurate, yet pragmatic when needed.’
Kernmandanten
Aedifica
Cibus
Mitiska
Intervest
Centerbridge Partners
Proximus
Warehouses de Pauw
Befimmo
Brookfield
Catella
De Werkvennootschap
Aquafin
AG Real Estate
Opérateur de Transports de Wallonie
City of Antwerp and De Vlaamse Waterweg
KevlinX
Storm
Luminus
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- Advising Aedifica NV on its voluntary takeover of Cofinimmo NV, creating a combined EUR 12.1 billion real estate portfolio in one of Europe’s largest 2025 transactions.
- Assisting Cibus Nordic Real Estate AB on acquiring Forum Estates Holding BV for EUR 508 million, securing 283,000 sqm of Benelux retail properties of which the majority was located in Belgium.
- Aiding on the EUR 300 million acquisition of a logistics real estate portfolio from Weerts Logistics Parks, representing one of Belgium’s largest logistics transactions.
ALTIUS
ALTIUS’ real estate team advises on all aspects of property transactions, including project structuring, M&A, joint ventures, leasing, and sale-and-leaseback arrangements. The team manages zoning, building permits, and environmental compliance. Practice heads Lieven Peeters and William Timmermans lead work on shopping centres, logistics hubs, office buildings, and other commercial real estate mandates.
Praxisleiter:
Lieven Peeters; William Timmermans
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‘The Altius team acts very diligent and hands-on. Their billing is very transparent.’
‘Lieven Peetes is very hands-on. Always paying attention to the essence and looking for practical solutions.’
‘Competence and expertise in the legal matter of real estate.’
Kernmandanten
Baltisse
Belfius Insurance S.A
CBRE IM
Cloudkitchens
DFDS Group
Electro 80
EVCargo
Foot Locker
ING
KBC Verzekeringen
KFC
MARK
Maxeda DIY Group
MiDeal
Molenwater Groep N.V
Nest Real Estate
Novartis
Organon
Patron Capital
United States Government
Wirtgen Real Estate
Wolters Kluwer
WP Carey
Zimmermann
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- Assisted the United States Government with the acquisition and the development of a site for the location of a new embassy in Brussels.
- Aiding MULTI Corporation with the sale of the iconic inner-city shopping center “Stadsfeestzaal” in Antwerp which was the largest shopping center transaction in Belgium for 2024.
- Representing Matexi, one of the most prominent real estate developers in Belgium, with the sale of the retail floors in the newly acquired Permeke complex, a former car dealership/repair shop to be transformed into mixed-use landmark building at a major entrance road of Antwerp.
Baker McKenzie BV/SRL
Baker McKenzie BV/SRL‘s real estate team advises across the full spectrum of transactions, development, and financing matters. The team handles diverse asset classes, including hotels, logistics, and residential projects, and coordinates extensively across EMEA offices. Practice head Jean-François Vandenberghe leads the department, with Benjamin Pirlet providing integrated transactional and tax advice.
Praxisleiter:
Jean-François Vandenberghe
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Benjamin Pirlet; Anne-Sophie Corne; Arthur Peltzer;
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‚Highly qualified experts, high availability and proactive, to the point.‘
‘Benjamin Pirlet and Jean-François Vandenberghe are both very qualified and available – they search for solutions and are down to earth.’
Kernmandanten
Aberdeen
Axa
Al Zayani Investments
Baltissimmo
BNP Paribas REIM
Cellares
Electrabel
European Commission
Goldman Sachs
Idelux
Koramic Real Estate
Montea
Nextensa
Orpea
Patrizia
Re-Vive
Sambrinvest
Sicore
Wallonie Entreprendre
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- Assisted a client on the disposal of an office building at Neerveldstraat Brussels to the Catholic University of Louvain.
- Assisted a client on the provisional completion of the Motel One Property in Antwerp and final price determination of the acquisition of the company, Oeverloos N.V.
- Advised a client on the acquisition of a senior home from Cofinimmo in the Walloon Region (Le Menil).
DLA Piper
DLA Piper‘s real estate team advises across the lifecycle of assets, including investment, development, financing, and leasing. The team advises on corporate real estate transactions, as well as share and asset deals across the office, logistics, industrial, retail, and renewable energy sectors. Practice head Joseph Spinks leads the team, which also handles public law, planning and zoning, environmental matters, and construction projects.
Praxisleiter:
Joseph Spinks
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Antoine Béchaimont
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‘On all occasions, I have found the team to be approachable, responsive and available. The consistency of these attributes across all members of the team is very refreshing and makes working with them a pleasure, rather than a challenge.’
‘Knowledgeable, experienced, and practical team that is well-embedded in the real estate market that’s a real partner to our legal and facilities colleagues.’
‘It is really a pleasure cooperating with DLA. They stands out for their smart, creative, and commercial approach, especially Joseph Spinks, who consistently thinks outside the box and tackles challenging cases with speed, pragmatism, and support. The team is equally responsive and collaborative, making us feel truly backed. Our experiences have been excellent.’
Kernmandanten
Realterm
A&O Hotels and Hostels Holding GmbH
Régie des Bâtiments
Constellation Cold Logistics
Capitaland
Ladbrokes
Lane 7
S Three
Portakabin Ltd
Telewizja Polska Spółka Akcyjna w Likwidacji
Corum
NH Hotels
Kadans Science Partner
KB Asset Management
Ark Data Centres
Fluvius
Sligro
Deutsche Bank
UREP
IQEQ
GLP
Vlaamse Radio en Televisie
Levi Strauss
CBRE Investment Management
Helaba
Berlin Hyp
Safra Bank
Radisson
Willis Towers Watson
Burberry
Restoration Hardware
Dr. Martens
City of Brussels
Federal Public Service for Finance
SAU
MSI
ULB
NEO
CBRE Investment Management
Alitas
Riyad Capital
Frutarom
Aestiam
GXO
Arlanxeo
Citybox
Flowertech
Edizione Property S.P.A.
Salesforce
Superdry
Brookfield
Realterm
Nationale Loterij
Vlaamse Radio en Televisie
Omnicom
Omnam
Pertinea
Pfizer NV
Syngenta
TM Jan De Nul – Willemen – Artes Depret
Artes Roegiers
Denys
VLAIO
AG VESPA
Berkeley Research Group
iRobott
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- Advising Realterm on the asset acquisition of Bose HQ, including due diligence, agreement negotiation, and notarial coordination.
- Assisting A&O Hostels on its first Belgian hotel acquisition via share deal, covering due diligence, structuring, and SPA negotiation.
- Aiding GXO on the sale and leaseback of its Welkenraedt site, including finance lease unwind, due diligence, and asset transfer.
Eubelius
Eubelius‘ real estate team advises across the full spectrum of property matters, including acquisitions and disposals, lease negotiations, project development, construction agreements, and real estate funds. Practice heads Lars Van Bever, Wouter Claes, and Korneel Decroix lead a multidisciplinary team, drawing on in-house expertise across tax, regulatory, infrastructure, energy, financing, and litigation to deliver solutions for clients.
Praxisleiter:
Lars Van Bever; Wouter Claes; Korneel Decroix
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Eva Milants; Siel Demeyere
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‘The Eubelius team combines corporate M&A expertise with real estate insight, guiding us through complex transactions with efficiency and clarity. We especially value their pragmatic advice, strategic thinking, and collaborative style.’
‘We feel in safe hands with the team, because of it’s reliable quality and willingness to challenge our views. They make themselves available and ensure a quick turnaround, even when deadlines move frequently.’
‘Eva Milants is a steady partner. She combines accuracy and eye for detail with an ability to propose practical solutions and think along with commercial decisions.‘
Kernmandanten
Warehouses De Pauw
Retail Estates
Home Invest Belgium
Nextensa
Ghelamco
Atenor
AG Real Estate
DSG Belgium
Stadsbader NV
AConstruct
Echlin Invest
Care Property Invest
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- Advised Home Invest Belgium on the envisaged acquisition of all buildings of Cityforward’s EU portfolio to be redeveloped into residential buildings and all aspects relating to such redevelopment.
- Assisted WREB Redevelopment, a joint venture between LCV and Colim on the acquisition and subsequent partial disposal of the Belgian former Metro- and Makro-shops.
- Aided Ghelamco on a multitude of transactions, including in the framework of the largest European office market transaction of 2024 (sale of the Warsaw UNIT office building for USD 290 million).
Lydian
Lydian's real estate team is praised for its 'fast, high-quality and pragmatic advice', and is co-led by Bruno Stroobants and Dario Petosa. The team advises on real estate transactions, large-scale development projects, and construction law matters, assisting institutional investors, developers, and public authorities. Kyoto Van Herreweghe is another key team member.
Praxisleiter:
Bruno Stroobants; Dario Petosa
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tom van Stiphout; Laura Reynders
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‘Lydian has a large real estate department and extensive experience in many sectors. This results in fast, high-quality and pragmatic advice.’
‘Dario Petosa and Bruno Stroobants take a personal approach and their responsiveness and flexibility are huge plusses.’
‘Lydian is unique in its kind because of its people. This is reflected in many aspects such as for example the quality of the work and/or advice itself which is always to the point without any exception.‘
Kernmandanten
Baloise Belgium NV
Befimmo
BNP Paribas Fortis NV
Cercle Brugge K.SV BV
Ciner Glass Belgium NV
Fidelidade
Glass Trösch
Huis van het GO!
IBP-water link OFP
Immogra
KBC Global Service NV
LCL NV
Logistic Capital Partners
Re-Vive NV
SD Worx NV
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- Advised both Ciner Glass and Scheuten Glastechniek (Glas Trösch) on the construction of two flagship factories — one for float glass production and the other for glass bottle manufacturing — representing investment values of EUR 640 million (Ciner Glass) and over EUR 500 million, respectively.
- Representing Re-vive on the acquisition and redevelopment strategy of a 40,000 m² office complex in Brussels, including legal due diligence and permitting risk analysis.
- Assisting pension fund IBP water-link OFP on the phased disposal of a multi-asset real estate portfolio across Belgium, including legal structuring and transaction execution.
NautaDutilh
NautaDutilh‘s real estate team advises on all stages of property transactions, covering development, leasing, construction, and regulatory compliance. The practice integrates expertise in corporate, tax, finance, urban planning, environmental law, and dispute resolution, including involvement in Belgian PPP, infrastructure, and energy projects. Julie de Bonnet leads the group, offering guidance to developers, investors, and other stakeholders. Katrien Antonis advise on transactional real estate matters.
Praxisleiter:
Julie De Bonnet
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Katrien Antonis
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‘Jullie De Bonnet has a clear expertise in every real estate related contract. Her keen knowledge, combined with a pragmatic view and approach is a highly valuable combination and a true pleasure to work with. She is also one of those lawyers who give their opinion and genuine advice you can actually implement in practice.‘
Kernmandanten
Atenor
BPI
City Mall
Colruyt
Cordeel
Donation Royale
Koninklijke Schenking
ENGIE
European Investment Bank
Goodman
Kinepolis
Nexans
SFPI
FPIM
Umicore
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- Advised Nexans on all real estate aspects of its €90 million Voltcross project to support offshore wind growth.
- Represented Colruyt in a lease dispute over its acquisition of 57 Match and Smatch stores, achieving a favorable outcome.
Schoups
Schoups' real estate and construction team, led by Els Op de Beeck , Fran Claes , and Jens Rediers , advises on transactions, development, and disputes, with work spanning domestic and cross-border projects. The practice handles large-scale developments, complex construction projects, and ICC arbitrations, while integrating public procurement and regulatory expertise. Marco Schoups brings over 35 years’ experience in disputes, arbitration, and project development.
Praxisleiter:
Els Op de Beeck; Fran Claes; Jens Rediers
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Marco Schoups
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‘They are very punctual, they have a proactive approach, they are very accurate, and they give free webinars and updates by mail.‘
‘They are accessible and proactive.‘
‘The strength of Schoups Advocaten lies in its ability to combine deep legal expertise with relentless energy and accessibility, embodied by Marco Schoups.‘
Kernmandanten
BAM Contractors
Carrefour
CFE Bouw Vlaanderen
CFE Infra
Aannemingsmaatschappij CFE
Cordeel Zetel Temse
Cordeel Zetel Hoeselt
Fincimec
Galère
BAM Interbuild
Renotec
Vastint Belgium
Strabag
Hannover Leasing Investment
Besix
Macan Group
Simont Braun
Simont Braun's real estate practice, headed by Manuela von Kuegelgen, provides integrated support across transactions, permitting, construction, and dispute resolution. Laura Grauer, works on projects involving public operators and investors, combining real estate, administrative, and environmental law expertise to structure and implement complex developments. Alexia Faes was promoted to Counsel in January 2025.
Praxisleiter:
Manuela von Kuegelgen
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Alexia Faes; Laura Grauer; Renaud van Melsen
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‘Very experienced in administrative law.‘
‘Mastery of legal matters in the construction and real estate in both the private and public sectors.‘
‘Listening, constructive proposals, ease of dialogue, availability, and high personal professional competence.‘
Kernmandanten
Kanal
Brussels Mobility
Stephano Immo
FreeField
Higgins SA
BPI Real Estate Belgium
STIB
Bompard
Belgian Government-Ministry of Economy
Brussels Government
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- Advising Simont Braun on the strategic legal structuring of a residential redevelopment and leasing platform for a leading real estate investment company.
- Advising Simont Braun on the creation and implementation of the Kanal-Centre Pompidou Museum in Brussels, a major cultural and urban redevelopment.
- Advising Simont Braun on the strategic legal structuring of a residential redevelopment and leasing platform for a leading real estate investment company.
CMS
CMS‘ real estate team, led by Bruno Duquesne, advises on the full spectrum of real estate matters, from investment transactions and development projects to structured finance and occupancy agreements. Dunquesne brings over 25 years of experience in domestic and cross-border deals. The team is supported by Catherine Matton and combines commercial market knowledge with legal expertise in finance, tax, and public procurement.
Praxisleiter:
Bruno Duquesne
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Catherine Matton
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‘The team works very efficient and provides us with a professional legal advice in every topic.’
‘The team knows very well the market practices and is very available.’
‘Catherine Matton is as accurate than pragmatic.’
Kernmandanten
REDEVCO
CBRE GWS
Helaba
SAU
MSI
NH
NewCold
IG Immobiliën
Limited Edition Hotel
Castleforge Partners
AroundTown
SLRB – CityDev
Investcorp
AG Real Estate
Atenor
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- Advised a German listed property investor on the sale of the PropCo and OpCo.
- Advised Helaba and a consortium of banks with respect to the extension of the financing for two office buildings both occupied by the European institutions.
- Advised AG Real Estate and Atenor on the Nör project, a major mixed-use project next to Brussels North train station (investment value is circa EUR 500 million).
Deloitte Legal
Deloitte Legal , led by Maximilien Van De Werve provides full-service real estate advice across retail, residential, logistics, senior housing, hotel, and infrastructure projects. The team combines legal, tax, and financial expertise, offering integrated solutions for investors, corporates, and public authorities. Danny Stas is another key team member.
Praxisleiter:
Maximilien van de Werve
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Danny Stas
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‘Very good team.‘
‘Maximilien van de Werve de Schilde is a very good lawyer.‘
‘Deloitte is unique in combining strong market knowledge with a highly client-focused and flexible approach. The team excels at negotiating lease agreements, consistently securing the best possible terms while adapting quickly to urgent needs.’
Kernmandanten
AXA REIM
Baltisse
Belgium’s National Lottery
Embassy of Ireland
Ethias
Global Estate Group
Global Rental Properties
ION
Milcobel
The Netherlands
Redevco
Shurgard
Triple Living
VDD Project Development
Whitewood
Xior Student Housing
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- Representing AXA Belgium SA in connection with the redevelopment of part of the Monterra site including the commercialisation of approximately 18,000 m² of offices to the European Parliament via a forward usufruct structure.
- Assisting Belgium’s National Lottery in relation to its forward acquisition of new corporate headquarters in Brussels city centre comprising two office buildings.
- Advising Alirec, a rapidly growing real estate investment fund, on strategic share deal acquisitions of logistics properties in 2024–2025, in Namur, Kontich and Oostende for an aggregate deal value around 40,000,000 EUR.
GSJ Advocaten
The real estate team at GSJ Advocaten, led by Christophe Lenders, Yves Loix, Floris Sebreghts, and Joris Wouters combines broad legal knowledge with targeted expertise across real estate and infrastructure, advising on the full project lifecycle.
Praxisleiter:
Christophe Lenders; Yves Loix; Floris Sebreghts; Joris Wouters
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‘They think out of the box. The team is active in various areas of law, which means that you will always achieve a pragmatic and correct result through your contact person.’
‘Christophe Lenders is available and helps find practical and pragmatic solutions.’
‘Well-known law firm for real estate / environmental. Christophe Lenders and Yves Loix stand out.’
Kernmandanten
Provincie Limburg
Descamps Projects
Jones Construct
Den Berk bv
Steen Vastgoed
Cogghe & Co
Peulishof nv
Antonissen Development
Vanhout Projects
BAM – Lantis
Danneels Projects nv
Novus Projects nv
Thuisrand BV
Van Wellen Real Estate Development nv
Novus Projects nv
AURUBIS Olen
Antea Group
We Are Real
Global Estate Group
Anton Groep
Sweco Belgium
AZ TURNHOUT
DHL
RZ Tienen
DCA
Heilig Hartziekenhuis Lier
Aertssen Group
Ghelamco NV
Spie Belgium
BPI
Immobel
Matexi Projects
Rinkoniên |Artes
Plopsa
City of Malines
Heeren Group
NV Besix SA
Vanderstraeten
VDD Project Development
Revive
Intervest
Flemish Government
Evillas
Triple B
NV IRET Development
Heylen Group
Sportinfrabouw
B-Architecten
GCEA Construct
Provincie Antwerpen
HUB architecture
WITH20 architecten
Stadsbader nv
Stadsbader contractors
Hye
Viabuild
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- Advising We Are Real on a major real estate acquisition from CleanLease, involving five operational business sites in Belgium with a combined surface area of over 100,000 m².
- Advised the City of Mechelen to provide legal support in connection with the Ragheno site, one of Belgium’s most ambitious urban development projects.
- Supporting Rinkoniën in the execution of the „Oosterweel“ infrastructure project, including the Oosterweel junction and Royerssluis renovation.
Monard law
Monard law handles a mix of litigation, transactional, and advisory matters, maintaining a steady, integrated approach across projects, with skills in both public and private real estate matters. The real estate team is led by Gregory Grouwels, who brings over 30 years of experience in construction disputes, acquisitions, leases, easements, and related agreements. Stefaan Van Dyck focuses on corporate real estate advisory, including joint ventures, disposals, acquisitions, leasing, and project finance.
Praxisleiter:
Gregory Grouwels
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Luc Linders; Stefaan Van Dyck; Jasmina Sadek
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‘Monard Law’s Brussels’ practice stands out for its strong legal expertise combined with a pragmatic, business-minded approach. Our team, consisting of Stefaan Van Dyck and Jasmina Sadek, is highly responsive, approachable, and always focused on delivering clear, actionable solutions rather than just pointing out problems. As a client, this means working with a true business partner.’
‘Stefaan Van Dyck combines deep legal expertise with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach that keeps complex projects on track. Jasmina Sadek is highly responsive and precise, with a proactive mindset that helps anticipate and resolve issues early. Both distinguish themselves from competitors through their accessibility, genuine client focus, and delivery of high-quality advice. ’
‘Monard Lauw’s real estate team managed to be very responsive. They were able to provide substantively strong yet practical advice against very short and strict deadlines, always keeping the client’s needs in mind.’
Kernmandanten
Belfius Bank
Bnp Paribas Fortis
Building Partners
Ciril
Cores Development
Db Schenker
Denys
Democo
Dillen Bouwteam
Dsv
Eco Beton Nv
Hedin Automotive
Hornbach
Jan De Nul
Kbc Bank
Kbc Insurance
Landal
Life.be
Metallo
Sapa Group Building
Vanderstraeten
Vanhout
Weerts Logistic Parcs
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- Advise a consortium led by contractor Jan De Nul in connection with the DBFM project for the construction of a new prison in Leopoldsburg.
- Assisted the Hedin Automotive group on several real estate files relating to acquisitions, disposals, and leases of commercial real estate assets in Belgium.
Advocatenkantoor De Coninck
Led by Pim van den Bos, Advocatenkantoor De Coninck is a boutique firm dedicated exclusively to real estate law, with particular strength in construction and permit-related work. The practice is praised for its 'innovative approach and commitment to efficiency, allowing the team to focus on delivering strategic and high-quality legal advice.'
Praxisleiter:
Pim van den Bos
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‘The firm stands out for its innovative approach and commitment to efficiency, allowing the team to focus on delivering strategic and high-quality legal advice. Beyond its processes, the firm is strengthened by individuals with strong work ethics and broad expertise, whose dedication and professionalism consistently benefit clients.’
‘Pim van den Bos stands out for his exceptional work ethic and thorough preparation. He consistently demonstrates remarkable knowledge of every case, allowing him to provide highly strategic and practical advice. His dedication and attention to detail make him an invaluable member of the team and a trusted advisor to clients.’
‘The team has undeniable experience in construction law. It offers high-quality support in all possible cases, in a very accessible and smooth manner.’
Kernmandanten
NV Strabag Belgium
BV BAM Interbuild
Solidaris
BV Wilskracht
BV Hous Group
NV Henschel Engineering
NV IBS Industrial
NV Demako
VZW De Medemens
BV Quest for Property
BV MikeViktorViktor
NV Cordel zetel Temse
NV Cordeel zetel Hoeselt
NV 3D Real Estate
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- Representing NV IBS in litigation against NV Umicore, in which the court ultimately ordered NV Umicore to pay NV IBS a sum exceeding EUR 1,000,000.00, despite NV Umicore’s position that NV IBS still owed it a substantial amount.
- Represented BV BAM Interbuild in a dispute with a subcontractor who had incorrectly executed the façade works on a major project.
- Represented NV Strabag Belgium in various disputes with NV CIP, which include issues regarding the alleged exceeding of the execution period, additional works, and alleged defects in the works.
AKD
AKD's real estate team is active across the retail, hotel, leisure, and investor markets and is described as offering 'fast, clear, and commercial responses.' The practice is co-led by Steven Ongena and Ruben Vermang, who oversee the full real estate lifecycle with strong transactional and corporate expertise. Pol Cools brings over 19 years’ experience to the practice..
Praxisleiter:
Steven Ongena; Ruben Vermang
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Pol Cools
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‘This practice stands out for its deep expertise, client-focused approach, and seamless collaboration across disciplines. I appreciate the team’s responsiveness, strategic insight, and ability to deliver practical, results-driven advice. Compared to other firms, the practice combines top-tier knowledge with a modern, agile mindset that truly puts the client first.’
‘Steven Ongena and Pol Cools work seamlessly as a team, combining deep expertise with thorough knowledge across all relevant topics. They are highly client-focused, exceptionally responsive, and always willing to explain and elaborate with clarity.’
‘Ruben Vermang is available and committed to his clients and makes sure to finalize an engagement from start to finish with the same level of care and attention to detail.‘
Kernmandanten
Numa
Les Grands Prés
UNION Investment Real Estate
Whitewood
Covetrus
Swietelsky
Patrizia KvG
Castleforge
Jan de Nul
Shepherd Building Group
Gardiner
Tommy Hilfiger
Calvin Klein
Claire’s Accessories
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- Advising hotel operator, Numa on its partnership with Pandox for the lease and planned refurbishment of the iconic Hotel Hubert in Brussels.
- Representing a leading UK footwear wholesaler in its expansion in Belgium with the leasing of a showroom in Brussels and a logistical warehouse in Nivelles.
- Representing Whitewood, a leading developer and financial investor, with the negotiation of several usufruct agreements with the European Commission.
Eversheds Sutherland
The real estate team at Eversheds Sutherland is led by Johan Joos, who specialises in projects and transactions involving real estate, infrastructure, industrial plants, and energy assets. The team handles a broad range of matters from corporate real estate to development and leasing projects. Dirk Caestecker left the firm in October 2025.
Praxisleiter:
Johan Joos
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‘Strong subject matter expertise; agile – fast reaction; hands-on and leveraged support to negotiations; well structured and clear position / advisory papers.‘
‘People always make the difference through personality, knowledge, and input.‘
‘Engaged with the files we have, quick turnaround.’
Kernmandanten
Bob W
CISCO
DuPont
EQT Exeter
GSK
INEOS
Iron Mountain
Microsoft Corporation
Sunrise Records
HMV
Fieldfisher
Fieldfisher's real estate team, led by France Englebert, advises a broad domestic and international client base on both contentious and non-contentious real estate matters. Englebert is praised as 'a very hands on and proactive lawyer', with 'deep knowledge of her files and an eye for detail.’
Praxisleiter:
France Englebert
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‘France Englebert is a very hands on and proactive lawyer. She has a deep knowledge of her files and an eye for detail.’
‘Highly qualified lawyers with a broad range of expertise and a rigorous approach to their work.‘
‘France Englebert is a highly experienced and qualified lawyer, adept at addressing complex legal matters efficiently and effectively.’
Kernmandanten
Boulevard de Waterloo 38
BPC Group
BSTOR
Casinos Austria International
Chateauform Belgique
Compagnie d’Entreprises CFE
Emeis Group
McDonalds Restaurants Belgium
Schroders
Serris REIM Group
Souverain 24
Tristan Capital
Veolia
Wilhelm & Co
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- Assisting Schroders on the negotiation of a strategic asset management agreement relating to the iconic Covent Garden Building located in the Brussels North District, the majority of which is let to the European Commission.
- Assisting McDonald’s with the day-to-day legal management of their real estate portfolio (consisting of more than 110 restaurants), including the acquisition of rights in rem, the negotiation of commercial leases, and the renewal of commercial leases, etc.
- Aiding Tristan Capital Partners on the negotiation and drafting of a usufruct agreement with a prominent Brussels higher education institution.
Laurius
The real estate team at Laurius, led by Michael Bollen and Christina Trappeniers, advises investors on property acquisitions, developments, and the structuring of assets across various sectors, including healthcare, logistics, student housing, and offices. The team is noted for its expertise in cross-border deals, leasing arrangements, joint ventures, as well as sale-and-leaseback transactions in Belgium and internationally.
Praxisleiter:
Michael Bollen; Christina Trappeniers
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‘Strong and in-depth legal knowledge, detailed advice, and responsiveness.‘
‘Michael Bollen: excellent lawyer, very responsive, always calm and kind.‘
‘We consider Laurius as a reliable, available firm you can count on when there are deadlines involved.‘
Kernmandanten
Quares Residential Investment
Bruvaco NV
Phenix NV
Orelia NV
Tristan Capital Partners & Whitewood Capital
Prologis
Heylen Warehouses
SmartUNIT
Revive
B&R
Integro
Healthcare Activos Yield Socimo S.A
PwC Legal
PwC Legal‘s real estate team, led by Hervé Stanus and Tom Villé , advises public and private clients on the full spectrum of real estate matters. The team handles public infrastructure projects, PPPs, and green energy real estate matters.
Praxisleiter:
Hervé Stanus; Tom Villé
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‘The right balance between a large, full-service firm and yet a personal approach.’
‘Hervé Stanus: very personal approach and very strong client dedication and involvement. Feels like having a partner all along the case at hand.’
‘PwC Legal has strong tax adviser with great technical knowledge.’
Kernmandanten
3D Real Estate
Blue Gate Antwerpen
Befimmo Real Estate Group
Besix
European Commission
Galimmo
LSGI Management SA
Matexi
Promiris
Proving of West-Flanders
SINT TRUDO ZIEKENHUIS VZW
Straco
Baltisse SA
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- Assisting Kirchberg Holding SARL (a joint venture between Baltisse Real Estate NV and Straco RE BV) on the sale of two plots of land.
- Advised Louis Delhaize SA on the review of 83 commercial lease agreements related to the “Cora Shopping” malls in Belgium.
- Advising multiple entities responsible for the development of the “Blue Gate Antwerp” site, namely Blue Gate Antwerp Development, Blue Gate Antwerp Building, and Blue Gate Antwerp Terminal North.
Strelia
Strelia's real estate team, established in 2021, praised for its 'combination of legal expertise, pragmatic approach, and availability', has quickly built a diverse and long-standing client base. The team offers a multidisciplinary approach, advising developers, construction companies, and public authorities on a wide range of real estate and infrastructure matters. France Vlassembrouck brings extensive expertise across real estate, planning, environment, and public procurement.
Praxisleiter:
France Vlassembrouck
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Yassine Laghmiche
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‘Very client oriented approach, based on the client’s needs. Also a very hands on approach. They can give both very straight forward as extended advise, but always very clear and understandable. They also have a very client-oriented approach, where we have multiple face-face meetings if needed. This always helps the collaboration, especially in these more digital and ‚e-mail‘ times of doing business.’
‘What we particularly appreciate in our collaboration with the lawyers at Strelia is their combination of legal expertise, pragmatic approach, and availability. They stand out through their ability to translate complex legal issues into clear and workable solutions that align with our business reality.‘
‚We especially value their proactivity, responsiveness, and strategic thinking. The teams are well-coordinated and demonstrate strong commitment to our cases, which ensures a smooth and reliable working relationship.‘
Kernmandanten
Belfius Bank
Bnp Paribas Fortis
Building Partners
Ciril
Cores Development
Db Schenker
Denys
Democo
Dillen Bouwteam
Dsv
Eco Beton Nv
Hedin Automotive
Hornbach
Jan De Nul
Kbc Bank
Kbc Insurance
Landal
Life.be
Metallo
Sapa Group BuildingKone Belgium
Neo
Eumedica
Hitachi Rail
Bpi Real Estate
Equilis Belgium
Les Cinemas Pathe Gaumont
City Of Brussels
Brussels Region
Rexel Belgium
Iris Group
Capac
Cerau
Aed
Condor Development
Cetb
Dds+
Baeb
Sar Belgium
Ps2
Bnewable
Epics
Brussels Cpas
Lcl
Immoweb
SmacqVanderstraeten
Vanhout
Weerts Logistic Parcs
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- Assisting TIP Belgium, a worldwide telecommunication group, on all real estate aspects to set up its business in Belgium.
- Assisting Kone Belgium with its day-to-day questions and proceedings in connection with major contracts regarding lifts and escalators.
- Successfully represented NEO in major courts proceedings in connection with the construction of the biggest football stadium (Eurostadium) in Belgium.