LAWYER PROFILE

Nikolaas Van Robbroeck

Europe 2026

Freshfields

Ranked in 1 practice area

Tax

Belgium

3 years ranked

About

Provided by Freshfields

Europe

Practice Areas

Nikolaas’ practice encompasses a wide range of high-profile and complex tax work, including in relation to private and public M&A, corporate reorganisations, real estate, capital markets and share-based compensation schemes.

He regularly obtains tax rulings and represents clients in administrative and court proceedings as well as arbitration. His practice furthermore includes conducting internal audits, tax due diligence or second opinion work on businesses, tax structures or products.

Career

Nikolaas joined Freshfields in 2017 and became counsel in 2018.

Professional Memberships

Member of the Brussels Bar

Personal

Nikolaas obtained his law degree from the University of Antwerp, a Master of Laws (EU Law) from the London School of Economics, and a Special Master in Tax Management from Solvay Brussels School.

He speaks Dutch, English and French.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Tax - Belgium

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Nikolaas Van Robbroeck handles the tax aspects of transactions and tax structuring matters, as well as assisting clients with issues relating to the Belgian excess profit ruling system.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Nikolaas Van Robbroeck has deep knowledge of tax legislation and international regulations.
TaxChambers European Guide
Nikolaas is highly responsive and consistently delivers advice in a timely manner, even under tight deadlines. His service is efficient, reliable and adds value to our decision-making process.
TaxChambers European Guide