About

Provided by QUINZ

Quinz has assembled a specialist team that is dedicated to providing expert advice (on both national and international matters) to companies active in life sciences (pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices) and innovative technologies (smart devices and ICT, key enabling technologies). 
The firm strives to build a personalised, long-standing relationship with its clients and puts great effort into thoroughly understanding the science and business behind the companies it serves. The firm is efficient, hands-on and detailed, and, when required, is able to focus on operational emergencies. 
The firm’s clients are comprised of pharmaceutical multinationals, SMEs, innovative start-ups and spin-offs. In serving its clients’ needs, the firm advises them on regulatory challenges and the preservation of their intellectual property. The team draft and negotiate clients’ contracts for day-to-day operations, as well as for corporate structuring and strategic projects, business development and financing needs.

Chambers Review

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Life Sciences: Domestic - Belgium

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

QUINZ is a prominent domestic boutique with a strong client base among international pharmaceutical companies. It acts on a broad range of Belgian regulatory matters, including consortium agreements, collaboration and licence agreements and product distribution. The law firm further assists with pricing cases, market access and clinical trials.

Work Highlights

Provided by QUINZ

  • QUINZ advised Galderma on the regulatory framework in relation to the distribution and export of its medicinal products and medical devices by customers.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Olivier Van Obberghen
2
Olivier Van Obberghen
2
Band 2

Co-head of department Olivier Van Obberghen acts for clients on issues including the protection of patients' health data, clinical trial agreements, supply contracts and market access.

Olivier Van Obberghen is an outstanding lawyer with a reputation for combining deep legal expertise with a highly pragmatic approach.

Olivier Van Obberghen is particularly skilled in negotiations, consistently delivering favourable outcomes while maintaining a collaborative and respectful tone.

Olivier Van Obberghen instils trust in his clients and peers alike through his clear, solution-driven advice and strong leadership.

Olivier Van Obberghen is a very gifted negotiator and very creative lawyer. He has the amazing ability to always come up with pragmatic solutions.

Olivier Van Obberghen is an exceptional lawyer who is always capable of understanding and addressing company priorities and business needs in a timely manner.

Pieter Wyckmans
2
Pieter Wyckmans
2
Band 2

Pieter Wyckmans offers clients experience in clinical trials, market access and commercial agreements. He also assists with reimbursement issues and distribution and partnership contracts.

Pieter Wyckmans is simply amazing. You just know that you are in good hands with him.

Pieter Wyckmans is a highly talented and creative lawyer who is known for his strategic thinking and innovative solutions.

I really enjoy working with Pieter Wyckmans. He is extremely knowledgeable in his field.

His charisma and approachable demeanour make him a trusted adviser, while his poised and composed negotiation style consistently achieves successful outcomes.

Pieter Wyckmans is always responsive and provides excellent service. He has a strong grasp of complex issues and a clear sense of commercial direction.

Marion Lapage
U
Marion Lapage
U
Up and Coming
Marion Lapage is noted for her experience in regulatory matters, including market access and supply chain issues. She also advises on transactional and licensing mandates.

Marion Lapage has strong expertise in life sciences matters and it is very pleasant to work with her.

Marion Lapage is a quick and reliable lawyer.

Ranked Lawyers at
QUINZ

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Belgium

Life Sciences: Domestic

Olivier Van Obberghen
2
Olivier Van Obberghen
2
Band 2
Pieter Wyckmans
2
Pieter Wyckmans
2
Band 2
Marion Lapage
U
Marion Lapage
U
Up and Coming

Members

Provided by QUINZ

Amber Cockx

Chaline Sempels

Dries Vanpaemel

Hannah Carlota Osaer

Marion Lapage

Michiel D'herde

Nathalie Smuha

Olivier Van Obberghen

Olivier Van Obberghen

Head of Department

Pauline Meskens

Pieter Wyckmans

Pieter Wyckmans

Head of Department

Rinke Beekman

Industries

Provided by QUINZ

Health and Life Sciences

Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing

Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT)