Claeys & Engels is again ranked as only law firm in Band 1 for Employment Law in Belgium by Chambers and Partners!

What the team is known for Large niche firm with an outstanding reputation in employment law. Market-leading for a wide variety of mandates including social security, restructurings, collective dismissals, pensions, employee harmonisation and data protection.

Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)

"An outstanding firm which is really focused on employment law."

"The firm I trust most for quality and for dealing with clients in the right way."

Notable practitioners

Interviewees describe the market-acclaimed Chris Engels as "a workaholic and an excellent lawyer; by far the uncontested leader" in international restructurings. He also has considerable strength in employee harmonisation and often assists clients with transfer of undertakings mandates.

Bart Adriaens is based in Kortrijk and receives plaudits for his "excellent work" in social security and employment matters. He is noted for advising employers on social inspection files and audits.

The Ghent-based Bart Vanschoebeke frequently assists clients with restructurings. Clients report that "he reacts quickly, is very available and is someone who looks behind the legislation to find a good solution."