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Baker McKenzie

Capital Markets

Europe Guide 2026 : Belgium

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Baker McKenzie

Rankings

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Capital Markets - Belgium

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie is a highly regarded law firm recognised for its expertise in ECM mandates. It advises on initial public offerings, the issuance of shares and warrants and fund-raising through accelerated bookbuilds. The team acts for clients from the financial, pharmaceutical and manufacturing sectors. Team members are also active on DCM matters, assisting clients with bond issues.

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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie advised Galapagos on its intended separation into two publicly traded entities.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers have a lot of historical knowledge about the market and are focused on protecting our interests.

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  • What sets the team apart is its profound understanding of both local and EU-wide regulatory frameworks, which allows it to guide clients through complex transactions with clarity and precision.

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  • The Baker McKenzie team is efficient, pragmatic and has genuine expertise, providing sound advice.

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  • Baker McKenzie combines highly skilled lawyers with strong local roots and an international network.

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  • The Baker McKenzie team in Belgium stands out for its deep expertise, international reach and exceptional efficiency.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Roel Meers
    Roel Meers

    Roel Meers

    Roel Meers assists underwriters and corporate clients with both equity and debt capital markets mandates, including share sales, accelerated bookbuilds, note issuances and private placements. He is particularly noted for the combination of his knowledge in the life sciences sector with his expertise in capital markets transactions.

    • Roel Meers has quite specific knowledge in the life sciences sector and this is quite important for Belgian capital markets.

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    • Roel Meers is a go-to partner for capital markets transactions in Belgium.

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    • Roel Meers consistently met tight deadlines, worked seamlessly with counterparties’ advisers and brought real added value thanks to his deep expertise in our sector.

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    • Roel Meers was outstanding throughout our collaboration. He was responsive, pragmatic and always on point.

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Belgium

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