Real Estate

About

Provided by Loyens & Loeff

Our strength: Structuring and taxation expertise is our strength and makes us the preferred partner in transactions and assignments where tax matters are of the utmost importance. Taxation is crucial in real estate transactions. Nearly all aspects of real estate law contain tax elements which may, in many cases, have a decisive impact on the profitability of an investment.

Major difference: The whole span of services needed by the real estate sector is offered: real estate investment (investment funds, transactions, finance), real estate management (asset management, environmental responsibilities, reorganisation) and real estate development (construction, planning and zoning). And in all these aspects we also assist our clients in contentious matters.  Our integrated approach (tax and non-tax) and the scope of services offered differentiate us from other full-service law firms (that often focus on transactional and tenancy matters) and niche law firms (that often offer quality but in a narrower range of services).

Specific knowledge: Ability to assist with accounting standards and financial reporting questions (Belgian GAAP, Lux GAAP and IFRS) thanks to Yvan Stempnierwsky, former General Secretary of the Belgian Commission for Accounting Standards and current member of the working groups “legislation” and “legal doctrine” of the Luxembourg Commission for Accounting Standards.

Type of clientele: Mainly institutional investors.