Department profile
QUINZ

Litigation

Europe Guide 2026 : Belgium


QUINZ

Rankings

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Litigation - Belgium

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

QUINZ is a strong Belgian law firm advising clients on a range of contentious mandates relating to contract breaches, shareholder disputes and construction litigation. The team also offers experience handling collective actions, bankruptcy proceedings and matters relating to liability. Lawyers at the law firm frequently act for clients from the financial services, energy and software industries, as well as public institutions.

Work Highlights

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  • QUINZ represented Belfius Bank in class action proceedings brought before several Belgian courts in relation to the collapse of Arco.

Strengths

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  • QUINZ has strong legal and academic insights, combined with strong strategic capability. It has experts in many fields who are detailed and deliver hands-on advice.

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  • The team demonstrates a strong ability to quickly grasp the nuances of our operations and translate them into compelling arguments.

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  • I like working with QUINZ. I can call the team and receive in-depth answers almost immediately.

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  • QUINZ has one of the most pre-eminent litigation teams on the Brussels market. It combines academic excellence and outstanding quality, with commercial nous.

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  • The pace of our case has been relentless but they have remained focused and calm.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Benoît Allemeersch
    Band 1Benoît Allemeersch

    Benoît Allemeersch

    Benoît Allemeersch is a leading figure in the Belgian litigation market, advising multinational clients on collective actions, shareholder disputes and post-M&A litigation.

    • He is a very smart and skilled lawyer. He is very supportive and really understands clients' needs. He can really help you.

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    • The judge is always interested in his view and we trust him for very important cases.

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    • Benoît's extensive experience and strategic oversight are invaluable in shaping our defence. His ability to distil complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice gives us great confidence.

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    • He is the most outstanding all-round litigator in Belgium.

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    • Benoît Allemeersch is a real mover and shaker in the litigation world! He seems to know everyone and is very well respected in the market.

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  • Up and ComingGillis Lindemans
    Up and ComingGillis Lindemans

    Gillis Lindemans

    Gillis Lindemans is an increasingly prominent litigator who leverages his expertise to advise on shareholder disputes, class actions and commercial litigation. He is also respected for his involvement in insolvency-related disputes.

    • Gillis is practical and always ready to help, and he understands the needs of a company.

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    • Gillis Lindemans is a quick, hands-on and pragmatic lawyer.

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  • Up and ComingStijn De Dier
    Up and ComingStijn De Dier

    Stijn De Dier

    Stijn De Dier handles significant corporate litigation, with particular expertise in shareholder disputes, insolvency-related cases and class actions.

    • Stijn De Dier is an excellent lawyer who has real impact and presence. He is a calm and strategic partner.

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    • He is a good listener, understands the matter and is ready for reaction. He fine-tunes the right approach and adapts in a great way.

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    • Stijn is a very prudent and calm litigator. He is a lawyer you like to have on your side as a sparring partner, with excellent client service and strategic vision.

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Ranked Individuals at QUINZ (3)

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