Department profile
Scale

Public Law

Europe Guide 2026 : Belgium


Scale

Rankings

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Public Law - Belgium

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Scale has expertise in public procurement contracts, with the lawyers regularly assisting with construction projects within the transport and housing sectors. The team is well placed to act for construction and telecommunications companies. It also assists clients with applications for environmental permits, particularly for development projects in the renewable energy sector.

Work Highlights

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  • Scale represented the Provinces of Zeeland and North Brabant in the Netherlands in legal proceedings before the Council of Permit Disputes concerning the environmental permit for INEOS.

Strengths

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  • Scale consistently adopts a business-friendly, solution-oriented approach and shows a clear willingness to go the extra mile to support its clients.

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  • The lawyers are not only highly knowledgeable, but also pragmatic and solution-oriented. Their balance between legal rigour and commercial sensitivity is what truly sets them apart.

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  • Their ability to bridge the gap between theoretical legal concepts and real-world application is remarkable.

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  • The lawyers at Scale have strong expertise and are pragmatic and to the point.

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  • Scale carries out legal analyses thoroughly and accurately.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Kris Lemmens
    Band 4Kris Lemmens

    Kris Lemmens

    Kris Lemmens advises clients on public procurement and related disputes. His experience spans infrastructure, transport and education sector projects.

    • Kris Lemmens is a very thorough litigator.

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    • He is good and he fights for his clients.

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  • Up and ComingCharles Poncelet
    Up and ComingCharles Poncelet

    Charles Poncelet

    Charles Poncelet is a popular choice for assistance with permits for renewable energy development projects. He has further experience representing clients in challenges to ministerial orders.

    • His dedication and proactive mindset make a real difference to the success of our projects.

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    • Charles Poncelet is a pragmatic and efficient lawyer.

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    • He is a highly reliable and committed partner who consistently brings out the best in our collaboration. He is always open to exploring ways to further grow and optimise our partnership.

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    • Charles Poncelet always gives us perfect support.

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