FinTech Legal - Belgium
What the team is known for
Baker McKenzie's IP, tech and financial services regulatory department combines its extensive local market expertise with a global network of FinTech lawyers. Baker McKenzie is well versed in handling significant mandates regarding alternative financing platforms, blockchain-based exchanges, open banking matters and the interplay of PSD2 with GDPR.
Strengths
"Baker Mckenzie is a very strong firm with very competent lawyers and a high degree of service. The team is quick to respond and always looking for the best solution."
"The lawyers were very hands-on, quick and provided high-quality service."
Work highlights
Baker McKenzie advised Shares.io, a social investment platform and FinTech start-up, on marketing, consumer protection and registration requirements relating to crypto asset exchange services.
Notable practitioners
Olivier Van den Broeke is a well-regarded senior associate in the financial services regulatory and insurance practice group. He often advises financial institutions on FinTech regulatory matters. "Olivier Van den Broeke is always responsive and helpful." "He is a safe pair of hands."