Real Estate
Europe Guide 2024 : Belgium
Band 4
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Chambers Review
DLA Piper benefits from close collaboration with the firm's strong public law team to advise public sector clients and private developers on construction, zoning and development matters. The team also acts for clients on contentious construction matters and represents both landlords and tenants in lease agreement negotiations. The lawyers further assist with transactions involving land for development and commercial or logistics properties.
Work Highlights
- DLA Piper advised Corum on its EUR180 million acquisition of the Conscience building in Brussels from AXA Belgium.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"DLA Piper was aware that our project was time-sensitive and cooperated with us in a good manner to always meet deadlines. The team had to communicate well and always remain up to date with one another so it definitely felt like a team effort."
"DLA Piper's level of responsiveness makes it stand out from the crowd. When required, the team acts proactively and provides solutions in detail without being too general on the questions asked. During challenging times and while under pressure, its communication is always clear and respectful."
"DLA Piper helped us understand the local law and was creative in the problem-solving of all our issues."
"All team members were responsive and dealt with matters in a proactive manner. I would work with them again and would recommend them to other colleagues."
"The team managed to deliver exceptional results across all services offered to us."
"DLA Piper was aware that our project was time-sensitive and cooperated with us in a good manner to always meet deadlines. The team had to communicate well and always remain up to date with one another so it definitely felt like a team effort."
"DLA Piper's level of responsiveness makes it stand out from the crowd. When required, the team acts proactively and provides solutions in detail without being too general on the questions asked. During challenging times and while under pressure, its communication is always clear and respectful."
"DLA Piper helped us understand the local law and was creative in the problem-solving of all our issues."
"All team members were responsive and dealt with matters in a proactive manner. I would work with them again and would recommend them to other colleagues."
"The team managed to deliver exceptional results across all services offered to us."
Notable Practitioners
Joseph Spinks assists with lease agreement negotiations and transactional mandates, frequently acting for international investors.
"Joseph Spinks is a very responsive partner who offers an excellent service and has a track record within the real estate sector."
"Joseph Spinks is a highly knowledgeable and pragmatic real estate lawyer. His expertise in the field is evident in the thorough and effective counsel he provides."
"What sets him apart is his accessibility. He is consistently available to address any concerns or queries, providing reassurance and confidence throughout the legal process."
"Joseph Spinks is a safe pair of hands."
"Joseph Spinks is a good lawyer who is constructive in negotiations."