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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.
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Loyens & Loeff assisted Kadans Science Partner with the filing of a claim against a construction permit and the negotiation of a settlement agreement regarding renovation works.
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Loyens & Loeff offered a pragmatic and commercial approach, which was key for such a complex project. The efficient interaction between their internal departments was a great added value.
The support we received from Loyens & Loeff was spot on. They were very practical and completely kept to the fee arrangement. They were always one step ahead, available and on the ball.
Loyens & Loeff is our go-to law firm in Belgium.
The team at Loyens & Loeff have very good knowledge from a legal and business perspective.
Loyens & Loeff offers a combination of responsiveness, quality of information and understanding of the needs of the client.
Loyens & Loeff offered a pragmatic and commercial approach, which was key for such a complex project. The efficient interaction between their internal departments was a great added value.
The support we received from Loyens & Loeff was spot on. They were very practical and completely kept to the fee arrangement. They were always one step ahead, available and on the ball.
Loyens & Loeff is our go-to law firm in Belgium.
The team at Loyens & Loeff have very good knowledge from a legal and business perspective.
Loyens & Loeff offers a combination of responsiveness, quality of information and understanding of the needs of the client.
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Christophe is an absolute legend in the Belgian real estate market. He's highly technical, deal-oriented and experienced, while at the same time being pragmatic, solution-driven and commercial.
Christophe was excellent. He's really quite good with numbers and very good with tax as well.
Christophe Laurent is very kind, a very hard worker and a very good lawyer.
Christophe Laurent is very responsive, very sharp and very good at negotiation. He's a real dealmaker.
Christophe Laurent is one of the best lawyers in the real estate transaction world and delivers outstanding work.
Ariane Brohez is an experienced practitioner who often assists with sales and acquisitions in the logistics sector and with renovations in the retail sector.
Ariane is the person to go to regardless of question. She comes up with feasible solutions and has a good understanding of what the client wants.
Ariane has been involved in many of the largest and most complex real estate transactions of the last few years. Her levels of professionalism, commitment and technical skills are near unmatched.
Ariane Brohez is a very bright lawyer and extremely good in financials.
Ariane Brohez is very available and responsive, a good negotiator, and she's always trying to find solutions. I very much enjoyed working with her.