LAWYER PROFILE

Sophie Rutten

Europe 2026

A&O Shearman

Ranked in 1 practice area

Capital Markets

Belgium

6 years ranked

About

Provided by A&O Shearman

Europe

Practice Areas

Sophie specialises in corporate law and securities regulations. She has over 25 years of experience in equity capital markets transactions, including IPOs, rights issues, private placements, block trades and equity lines. She has extensive experience in public takeovers, delistings, cross-border mergers and restructuring transactions of listed companies. She regularly advises boards on strategic and governance matters, MAR and public company reporting matters. Sophie advises a wide range of clients and sectors, including but not limited to the financial & banking, life sciences and real estate sectors.

Sophie’s high-quality work prompts regular recognition from the top legal directories: “Sophie Rutten's combination of experience, pragmatism and knowledge is stellar.” (Chambers & Partners, 2023)

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Capital Markets - Belgium

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Sophie Rutten has a strong practice advising on equity capital market transactions. She assists with private placements, IPOs and delistings, representing both corporate clients and financial institutions.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Sophie Rutten is a very sophisticated lawyer.
Capital MarketsChambers European Guide
Sophie Rutten is highly accessible and committed to ensuring clients not only receive sound advice but also understand the broader context.
Capital MarketsChambers European Guide
She is extremely knowledgeable, very calming and reliable.
Capital MarketsChambers European Guide
Sophie Rutten’s blend of experience, pragmatism and legal expertise is outstanding.
Capital MarketsChambers European Guide