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Van Bael & Bellis

International Trade/WTO

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Van Bael & Bellis

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Please visit Van Bael & Bellis’ website for more information on our extensive work in this field: http://www.vbb.com/trade-customs

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International Trade/WTO - Europe-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Van Bael & Bellis offers an outstanding practice with expertise across the range of international trade work. The team has a tremendous reputation for work opposing the imposition of trade remedies by the European Commission, acting for an impressive range of clients that includes exporters of steel products. The firm represents European companies in investigations carried out by the EC and other trade authorities across the world, with notable experience in cases involving Asian jurisdictions. Key partners are also well known for their presence in WTO proceedings. It additionally handles diverse customs matters, including disputes with national customs authorities, as well as sanctions compliance.

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Work Highlights

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  • Van Bael & Bellis acted as legal counsel to the Government of Indonesia in the client's WTO challenge against the EU’s anti-dumping duties on fatty acid.

Strengths

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  • Van Bael & Bellis has good connections and knows who needs to be contacted and working on each case.

    International Trade/WTO respondentEurope

  • VBB shows no hesitation when making decisions and taking action. It moves with confidence and a clear intention to deliver results, providing us with precise guidance throughout the process.

    International Trade/WTO respondentEurope

  • Van Bael & Bellis accommodates us very well, works brilliantly to coordinate the time difference and has a great relationship with our government.

    International Trade/WTO respondentEurope

  • Van Bael & Bellis is service-oriented, works super hard and is always willing to accommodate the time difference.

    International Trade/WTO respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jean-François Bellis
    Jean-François Bellis

    Jean-François Bellis

    Jean-François Bellis is a highly reputed figure in the international trade space, noted for his extensive experience and role as the firm's founder.

    • Jean-François Bellis is one of the masterminds of trade law.

      International Trade/WTO respondentEurope

    • Jean-François Bellis is a trade pioneer for the EU.

      International Trade/WTO respondentEurope
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  • Philippe De Baere
    Philippe De Baere

    Philippe De Baere

    Philippe De Baere is reputed for his experience in trade defence investigations carried out by the EC, including anti-circumvention matters. He is also active in WTO disputes, often representing governments.

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  • Richard Luff
    Richard Luff

    Richard Luff

    Richard Luff advises exporters based outside the EU on EC anti-dumping or countervailing measures. He is also active on matters relating to export control and sanctions.

    • I really like Richard Luff's fast responses. He is practical and we are very satisfied with him.

      International Trade/WTO respondentEurope

    • I believe Richard Luff is one of the most experienced trade lawyers in the market.

      International Trade/WTO respondentEurope

    • Richard is a very clear, strategic thinker who can explain things very well. We are more than satisfied with the service and groups who work with us when he is advising us are very happy with him.

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  • Fabrizio Di Gianni
    Fabrizio Di Gianni

    Fabrizio Di Gianni

    Fabrizio Di Gianni acts for foreign exporters and manufacturers on EU anti-dumping investigations and proceedings initiated by trade authorities in various jurisdictions. He also advises governments on countervailing duties.

    • Fabrizio Di Gianni is very proactive which is what we need, suggesting different types of solutions which makes our job a lot easier.

      International Trade/WTO respondentEurope

    • Fabrizio Di Gianni is very committed and involved despite the fact that he is at a very high managing level. He gives clients a lot of comfort and has great expertise.

      International Trade/WTO respondentEurope
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  • Pablo Muñiz
    Pablo Muñiz

    Pablo Muñiz

    Pablo Muñiz advises on customs and sanctions matters, including tariffs and free trade agreements, as well as safeguarding.

    • Pablo Muñiz is phenomenal and on top of every issue. His advice is fabulous and practical, with clear legal expertise in the area. He is responsive to any questions and I would strongly recommend him.

      International Trade/WTO respondentEurope
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  • Yuriy Rudyuk
    Yuriy Rudyuk

    Yuriy Rudyuk

    Yuriy Rudyuk has extensive experience in trade defence. His remit includes advising European-based industrial companies on anti-dumping investigations carried out by trade authorities.

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