Regulatory: Environment
Europe Guide 2024 : Europe-wide
Band 1
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Fieldfisher has a renowned offering in Brussels acting for international chemical companies, industrial bodies and research laboratories. The law firm represents clients in litigious matters concerning ECHA product evaluations and data sharing disputes, as well as non-contentious advisory mandates, such as REACH and CLP regulations. It further advises on compliance frameworks relating to the Biocidal Products Regulation.
Work Highlights
- Fieldfisher advised the EU Silver Task Force on regulatory issues in relation to the approval of ten silver substances under the biocidal review programme.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The quality of the feedback is consistent across the team. They are responsive and have a wide variety of expertise, so it's a one-stop shop."
"The team at Fieldfisher is always looking to find a solution in the interest of the client. They don't take a confrontational approach and take into account any possible risks to the business. They are very detailed."
"The firm is well versed in the technical aspects and processes. They were proactive when informing us about what stage we were at and why."
"The partners and their team always strive to provide relevant insight with great collaborative spirit, delivering an excellent service throughout."
"The quality of the feedback is consistent across the team. They are responsive and have a wide variety of expertise, so it's a one-stop shop."
"The team at Fieldfisher is always looking to find a solution in the interest of the client. They don't take a confrontational approach and take into account any possible risks to the business. They are very detailed."
"The firm is well versed in the technical aspects and processes. They were proactive when informing us about what stage we were at and why."
"The partners and their team always strive to provide relevant insight with great collaborative spirit, delivering an excellent service throughout."
Notable Practitioners
Claudio Mereu has considerable experience advising on the regulatory aspects of environmental law, including REACH compliance, litigation and matters regarding plant protection products and chemicals classifications.
"Claudio was very responsive and reacted quickly to our follow-up questions and requests for further clarification on several points."
"His replies are always concise and well articulated when explaining the regulatory processes."
Koen Van Maldegem advises on environmental regulatory matters, including compliance and litigation, and has particular expertise in the biocides area. He is further equipped to provide assistance with REACH compliance and matters relating to packaging waste.
Gerard McElwee advises both corporates and associations on regulatory issues surrounding environmental law, with a particular focus on biocides and compliance with REACH.
"Gerard was really helpful and responsive."
Peter Sellar advises clients on REACH authorisation procedures as well as biocides regulation, litigation and classification.
"Peter was responsive and helpful."
"He's a good coordinator and he gives to-the-point answers."
Ranked Lawyers at
Fieldfisher (Belgium)
Europe-wide