Energy
Europe Guide 2024 : Belgium
Band 2
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+32 2 780 2222Chambers Review
The firm has a strong practice group assisting both domestic and multinational clients with a broad range of energy-related projects, with a particular focus on matters involving offshore wind farms. The law firm has notable skill in contentious matters, including disputes involving power purchase agreements, construction litigation and supply contract breaches. The team additionally advises on regulatory and contractual issues regarding energy storage and has further experience in the construction of gas power plants. On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team assisting us with M&A and energy advisory was very responsive."
"The team assisting us with M&A and energy advisory was very responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Tom Schoors is the managing partner of the firm's Belgian offering. He has a broad practice in the energy field, advising on the development of new power plants, regulatory issues regarding energy storage and litigation concerning power purchase agreements. He is particularly active in matters involving wind energy.
"Tom is very solution-oriented and helps us find the right arguments. He's very responsive, focused, calm and on top of things."