Simont Braun
Europe Guide 2024
About
Number of partners: 15
Number of lawyers: about 50
Languages: English, French, Dutch, German
Firm Overview:
Simont Braun is a leading Belgian independent business law firm, whose approach to legal services promotes excellence, flexibility and efficiency. As an independent law firm with a strong and highly-qualified local base, Simont Braun is best suited to offer its clients bespoke solutions to satisfy their requirements with precision and creativity. As the firm develops strong relationships over the long term, Simont Braun adapts to its clients’ environment and sector. This proximity allows the firm to be proactive and solution-oriented, establishing a comprehensive vision of its clients’ business and strategy.
Among its lawyers, the firm is able to boast recognised specialists with valuable experience in multiple high-profile matters in Belgium as well as in specific and technical sectors.
Simont Braun’s lawyers are engaged in transactional and advisory work, as well as in dispute resolution. A number of the firm’s lawyers have academic activities as university professors, lecturers or members of editing committees of renowned legal publications.
Main Areas of Practice:
■ Corporate M&A
■ Banking, Finance & Insurance
■ Digital Finance, Regulatory & Financial Services
■ Intellectual Property
■ Commercial & Civil Law
■ Information Technology, Data Protection, Media & Entertainment
■ Litigation, Arbitration & Mediation
■ Public & Administrative Law
■ Real Estate, Construction & Town Planning
■ Tax Law
International Work:
The firm is active both in domestic and international matters, working for both domestic and international clients and advising a large number of foreign and multinational companies in a broad variety of sectors. Simont Braun also advises foreign law firms on cross-border matters having a connection with Belgium. Simont Braun is the sole Belgian member of The Interlex Group, one of the most renowned international associations of leading law firms around the world.
Simont Braun has also established close relationships with foreign law firms chosen for their particular expertise in specific areas of law or sectors. Simont Braun’s teams provide assistance in French, Dutch and English.
Ranked Offices
Provided by Simont Braun
- BrusselsAvenue Louise 250/10, Brussels, Brussels Capital Region, Belgium, 1050
- Web: www.simontbraun.eu
- Tel: +32 (0)2 543 70 80
- Fax: +32 2 543 70 90
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Contributions
Latest contributions provided by Simont Braun
Simont Braun rankings
Articles, highlights and press releases
18 items provided by Simont Braun
Simont Braun Welcomes Maïka Bernaerts as counsel, Enhancing Corporate M&A Expertise
BRUSSELS, September 5th, 2024 – Simont Braun, a leading Belgian independent law firm based in Brussels, is pleased to announce the arrival of Maïka Bernaerts as counsel in the Corporate M&A department. With her experience in corporate M&A, in addition to in-depth expertise in contract law and commer
Paul Alain Foriers, New Dean of the Supreme Court Bar!
As of September 1, 2024, Paul Alain Foriers, one of our founding partners, began his tenure as Dean of the Supreme Court Bar. This new role marks another milestone in his exceptional career.
Simont Braun Welcomes Maïka Bernaerts as counsel, Enhancing Corporate M&A Expertise
Simont Braun is pleased to announce the arrival of Maïka Bernaerts as counsel in the Corporate M&A department. With her experience in corporate M&A, in addition to in-depth expertise in contract law and commercial law, Maïka will further strengthen Simont Braun's capabilities in these key areas.
Simont Braun welcomes Tom Swinnen as partner in Corporate M&A
Simont Braun is delighted to announce the appointment of Tom Swinnen as partner in the Corporate M&A department, effective 1 December 2021. Tom Swinnen brings more than 15 years of experience acquired in leading law firms in Brussels.
Buy Now Pay Later solutions - State of play in Belgium
This online deferred payment method has really boomed since the pandemic. Our Digital Finance Team explains the state of play in Belgium and looks into the potential regulatory repercussions for both BNPL providers and merchants.
Simont Braun strengthens Financial Services and FinTech capabilities with top hires
Simont Braun boosts the capabilities of its Fintech and Financial Services practices by welcoming Partner Joan Carette and Senior Associate Jean-Christophe Vercauteren. These strong additions to the firm enhance our Digital Finance Team’s position on top of the Belgian market.
Simont Braun unveils new logo and visual identity
As we are now (more or less) allowed to go out again… Simont Braun is happy to also release its new logo!
Simont Braun assists AION in building the next generation Challenger Bank
Simont Braun successfully assisted AION in building an entirely digital and mobile bank, making it the first of its kind next generation Challenger Bank in Belgium. AION has officially launched its services on 3 March 2020.
Simont Braun ranked Band 1 in FinTech by Chambers
Simont Braun’s Digital Finance Team is extremely proud to be the only law firm ranked in Band 1, and recognised as a leading law firm amongst its peers by this guide of reference on the global legal market.
Simont Braun promotes Fanny Laune and Thomas Derval to Counsel
Belgian independent law firm Simont Braun boosts its capabilities with two new counsels.
Simont Braun launches its new website
Simont Braun is delighted to announce that its brand new website is officially live!
Is Brexit a regulatory opportunity for Belgian insurtechs and the insurance market as a whole?
With the upcoming Brexit, Belgium innovates its insurance regulatory framework to become an attractive Brexit destination. Belgium has recently created a new insurance intermediation licence, mirroring the UK Managing General Agent (MGA) model. An opportunity for both Brexiteers and insurtechs
2019, The Year of Truth for Open Banking (RTS - SCA)
2019: the year of truth for open banking, the most important promise of PSD2. How and when to prepare? Learn more about this highly topical issue that all institutions will have to tackle sooner than later.
A step towards a harmonised EU insolvency framework
On 19 December 2018, the Council of the EU and the Parliament reached an agreement on the proposal for a directive on insolvency. Its main objective is to enhance the rescue culture across EU.
Simont Braun promotes Philippe De Prez to Partner in Banking & Digital Finance
Simont Braun is delighted to announce that Philippe De Prez was promoted to Partner, effective as from 1 January 2019.
Durable Medium: Conceptual / Legal Harmonisation - Simont Braun News
Both the concept of ‘durable medium’ and its coexistence with paper have finally been harmonised throughout Belgian laws by the Law of 20 September 2018. For a sharp and short insight, read our Digital Finance Team’s news.
IDD IN BELGIUM – OF GOLD-PLATING AND LOBBYING
On 14 November, the Parliament adopted the long-awaited law implementing the Insurance Distribution Directive (“IDD”) in Belgium. This transposition law is characterised by an expected dose of gold-plating together with a few surprising good news for the industry.
GEO-BLOCKING REGULATION - APPLICABLE AS FROM 3 DECEMBER 2018
Since 3 December, blocking or limiting access to websites for customers located in other EU Member States is forbidden, with some exceptions such as audiovisual services. Read all you need to know about the practical impact of the EU Regulation on Geo-Blocking.
Simont Braun Welcomes Maïka Bernaerts as counsel, Enhancing Corporate M&A Expertise
BRUSSELS, September 5th, 2024 – Simont Braun, a leading Belgian independent law firm based in Brussels, is pleased to announce the arrival of Maïka Bernaerts as counsel in the Corporate M&A department. With her experience in corporate M&A, in addition to in-depth expertise in contract law and commer
Paul Alain Foriers, New Dean of the Supreme Court Bar!
As of September 1, 2024, Paul Alain Foriers, one of our founding partners, began his tenure as Dean of the Supreme Court Bar. This new role marks another milestone in his exceptional career.
Simont Braun Welcomes Maïka Bernaerts as counsel, Enhancing Corporate M&A Expertise
Simont Braun is pleased to announce the arrival of Maïka Bernaerts as counsel in the Corporate M&A department. With her experience in corporate M&A, in addition to in-depth expertise in contract law and commercial law, Maïka will further strengthen Simont Braun's capabilities in these key areas.
Simont Braun welcomes Tom Swinnen as partner in Corporate M&A
Simont Braun is delighted to announce the appointment of Tom Swinnen as partner in the Corporate M&A department, effective 1 December 2021. Tom Swinnen brings more than 15 years of experience acquired in leading law firms in Brussels.
Buy Now Pay Later solutions - State of play in Belgium
This online deferred payment method has really boomed since the pandemic. Our Digital Finance Team explains the state of play in Belgium and looks into the potential regulatory repercussions for both BNPL providers and merchants.
Simont Braun strengthens Financial Services and FinTech capabilities with top hires
Simont Braun boosts the capabilities of its Fintech and Financial Services practices by welcoming Partner Joan Carette and Senior Associate Jean-Christophe Vercauteren. These strong additions to the firm enhance our Digital Finance Team’s position on top of the Belgian market.
Simont Braun unveils new logo and visual identity
As we are now (more or less) allowed to go out again… Simont Braun is happy to also release its new logo!
Simont Braun assists AION in building the next generation Challenger Bank
Simont Braun successfully assisted AION in building an entirely digital and mobile bank, making it the first of its kind next generation Challenger Bank in Belgium. AION has officially launched its services on 3 March 2020.
Simont Braun ranked Band 1 in FinTech by Chambers
Simont Braun’s Digital Finance Team is extremely proud to be the only law firm ranked in Band 1, and recognised as a leading law firm amongst its peers by this guide of reference on the global legal market.
Simont Braun promotes Fanny Laune and Thomas Derval to Counsel
Belgian independent law firm Simont Braun boosts its capabilities with two new counsels.
Simont Braun launches its new website
Simont Braun is delighted to announce that its brand new website is officially live!
Is Brexit a regulatory opportunity for Belgian insurtechs and the insurance market as a whole?
With the upcoming Brexit, Belgium innovates its insurance regulatory framework to become an attractive Brexit destination. Belgium has recently created a new insurance intermediation licence, mirroring the UK Managing General Agent (MGA) model. An opportunity for both Brexiteers and insurtechs
2019, The Year of Truth for Open Banking (RTS - SCA)
2019: the year of truth for open banking, the most important promise of PSD2. How and when to prepare? Learn more about this highly topical issue that all institutions will have to tackle sooner than later.
A step towards a harmonised EU insolvency framework
On 19 December 2018, the Council of the EU and the Parliament reached an agreement on the proposal for a directive on insolvency. Its main objective is to enhance the rescue culture across EU.
Simont Braun promotes Philippe De Prez to Partner in Banking & Digital Finance
Simont Braun is delighted to announce that Philippe De Prez was promoted to Partner, effective as from 1 January 2019.
Durable Medium: Conceptual / Legal Harmonisation - Simont Braun News
Both the concept of ‘durable medium’ and its coexistence with paper have finally been harmonised throughout Belgian laws by the Law of 20 September 2018. For a sharp and short insight, read our Digital Finance Team’s news.
IDD IN BELGIUM – OF GOLD-PLATING AND LOBBYING
On 14 November, the Parliament adopted the long-awaited law implementing the Insurance Distribution Directive (“IDD”) in Belgium. This transposition law is characterised by an expected dose of gold-plating together with a few surprising good news for the industry.
GEO-BLOCKING REGULATION - APPLICABLE AS FROM 3 DECEMBER 2018
Since 3 December, blocking or limiting access to websites for customers located in other EU Member States is forbidden, with some exceptions such as audiovisual services. Read all you need to know about the practical impact of the EU Regulation on Geo-Blocking.