Public Law
Europe Guide 2024 : Belgium
Band 2
Contact number
+32 2 743 69 00Chambers Review
A solid public law practice with strong expertise advising procuring authorities and bidders on public procurement matters, CMS additionally offers support with tender procedures and the preparation of public contracts. The team also assists clients with judicial proceedings, particularly around questions of liability for delays in construction projects.
Work Highlights
- CMS represented British Telecom in proceedings before the EU Court of Justice concerning a framework contract granted to BT by the European Commission.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"CMS lawyers give a clear response to the situation along with risks and options and clear-cut solutions to problems."
"The team at CMS is large and equally capable, with almost everyone having several years of experience."
"CMS is approachable and pragmatic to find solutions. The lawyers focus on action and taking the next steps."
"CMS lawyers give a clear response to the situation along with risks and options and clear-cut solutions to problems."
"The team at CMS is large and equally capable, with almost everyone having several years of experience."
"CMS is approachable and pragmatic to find solutions. The lawyers focus on action and taking the next steps."
Notable Practitioners
Virginie Dor assists with a variety of public law mandates, with great focus on public tenders and procurement procedures, as well as representing clients in contentious proceedings.
"Virginie Dor is one of the best lawyers in the Belgian public procurement market."
"She understands clients' objectives."
"Virginie will always be open about the strengths and weaknesses of each file and propose solutions to mitigate current or future risks."