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DLA Piper LLP

Planning & Environment

Europe Guide 2026 : Belgium

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Planning & Environment - Belgium

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

A renowned public law practice, DLA Piper acts for consortiums and public bodies on high value public procurement and PPP projects, frequently involving education and healthcare infrastructure. The team assists both municipalities and private sector domestic companies with matters around environmental permits and zoning plans. The practice also advises clients on dredging matters, as well as offering experience in mandates concerning EU waste regulations.

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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised School Invest on a PPP project for the modernisation and construction of school infrastructure for the Flemish Community.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers' communication is clear, structured and solution-oriented.

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  • DLA Piper stands out for its ability to respond swiftly and effectively, even under pressure.

    Planning & Environment respondentEurope

  • The team is always available to assist, no matter how difficult the case or the timing. The lawyers are able to provide us with hands-on advice.

    Planning & Environment respondentEurope

  • DLA Piper advises on short notice, in clear language, covering all aspects and finding pragmatic solutions.

    Planning & Environment respondentEurope

  • DLA Piper combines deep legal expertise with a pragmatic and strategic mindset. The team is also responsive, accessible and capable of adapting to the commercial and operational realities of its clients.

    Planning & Environment respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Bob Martens
    Bob Martens

    Bob Martens

    Bob Martens is frequently seen assisting consortiums, as well as public and private sector clients, with PPP mandates and high-end public procurements, including representing clients in annulment proceedings. He boasts additional expertise in environmental law matters, including waste and contamination issues, as well as urban planning mandates.

    • He always replies within short timeframes and is always to the point.

      Planning & Environment respondentEurope

    • Bob Martens brings a high level of expertise to complex matters.

      Planning & Environment respondentEurope

    • Bob Martens always listens to what we say.

      Planning & Environment respondentEurope
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  • Birgit Creemers
    Birgit Creemers

    Birgit Creemers

    Birgit Creemers advises clients on environmental permitting and spatial planning matters, including in administrative appeals before the Council of State. She further assists clients with waste management and remediation.

    • We appreciate that Birgit Creemers is to the point in her advice and provides us with insights, also with a broader view on the sector involved.

      Planning & Environment respondentEurope

    • She has vast experience in environmental law and manages her team smoothly.

      Planning & Environment respondentEurope

    • Birgit Creemers provides actionable support and the right level of technical detail to be understood by non-legal experts.

      Planning & Environment respondentEurope

    • We are really happy with her service, she is very reachable and delivers on time.

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