Dispute Resolution - Belgium
What the team is known for
Simont Braun is an experienced firm that is particularly noted for its considerable Supreme Court expertise. The team further assists prominent public institutions, as well as both international and domestic private companies, with a host of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, insurance policy disputes and post-M&A litigation. Lawyers at the firm offer experience acting for clients from the financial services and energy industries.
Strengths
"The Simont Braun team provides excellent responsiveness and a framework to perform significant analyses in a short period of time."
"An appropriate strategic and commercial perspective is always present in the lawyers' analysis."
Work highlights
Simont Braun represented Test Achats in class action proceedings pertaining to compensation for passengers affected by the Ryanair strikes in 2018 as well as subsequent settlement procedures.
Notable practitioners
Paul Alain Foriers is highly regarded for his practice before the Supreme Court, representing clients in disputes relating to the division of powers in Belgium, tax and investment issues. "Paul Alain Foriers is one of the best in Brussels."
Rafaël Jafferali represents clients in substantial international disputes relating to commercial contracts, as well as offering experience in class actions. He has experience acting for financial institutions, collective claim bodies and state entities. "Rafaël Jafferali has a forward-looking commercial perspective. He's a strong communicator running a good team." "Rafaël is a very brilliant legal mind; he also knows how to translate his academic knowledge into sound legal arguments."