Rankings

A commentator reported that "The team are extremely knowledgeable, fast and client-friendly, and they deliver what clients need."

Joan Carette keeps its excellent ranking in Band 2
Philippe de Prez in recognised in Band 2

A commentator reports that "Simont Braun has deep knowledge of the legal framework for the cases they handle and their communication is very clear."

Tom Swinnen enters the rankings.

A commentator reported that "Simont Braun is legally very strong but also very strategic in its approach"

Fernand de Visscher reaffirms his top status as a Senior Statesperson
Emmanuel Cornu retains his top ranking in Band 1
Eric De Gryse solidifies his position in Band 2
Michaël De Vroey solidifies his position in Band 4

A commentator reported that "The academic background of its lawyers and their concrete involvement in the Belgian legal environment contribute to firms reputation, skills and expertise."

Paul Alain Foriers maintains his leading position as a Senior Statesperson
Rafaël Jafferali maintains his ranking in Band 3

Manuela von Kuegelgen maintains her rankings in Band 4

Fanny Laune enters the rankings as Up & Coming

Manuela von Kuegelgen enters the Planning & Environment rankings in Band 3

Simont Braun is delighted to be ranked seven years in a row in Band 1 in FinTech by Chambers & Partners. The team is praised for "offering insights into the nuanced requirements of the regulator that you cannot learn from reading the regulations"

Philippe De Prez | Band 1
"Philippe is very responsive. He has industry knowledge at his fingertips and always goes above and beyond"

Joan Carette | Band 1
"Joan Carette is super solution-oriented. She has this capacity to bring things to their simplest elements to make them work"

Thomas Derval | Up and Coming
"Thomas knows exactly what is happening in the market and he has very good skills in terms of communication. He makes sure everyone is on the same page"

Tom Swinnen enters the rankings for the first time, a well‑deserved recognition.

A commentator reported: "Availability, pragmatism, proactive approach. The level of expertise of all the members of the team, the efficiency of the strategies implemented."

Emmanuel Cornu, Tom Swinnen & Eric De Gryse | Practice Heads
Michaël De Vroey | Other Key Lawyers

Tom Swinnen & Steven Callens  | Practice Heads

ENVIRONMENT

A commentator said "The level of expertise and the knowledge of the market of the team are very high."

IT & TELECOMS

Joan Carette, Eric De Gryse & Maïka Bernaerts | Practice Heads
Emmanuel Cornu | Other key lawyer

Manuela von Kuegelgen & Steven Callens | Practice Heads
Emmanuel Cornu & Fanny Laune | Other Key Lawyer

A commentator reported that "Knowledge, expertise and very experienced to a level that the client even when going into unchartered waters feels reassured."

A client reported: "A robust corporate practice that consistently provides high-quality legal counsel. Strong team, very client focused and responsive service."

A commentator reported that "In the regulatory field there are few firms that truly know what they are doing, this team is definitively on top of things."

Team ranking: Patents | Silver Band

"More than just a firm offering a robust, knowledge-centred IP practice, Simont Braun is also a trusted partner dedicated to maximising IP assets for the betterment of its clients’ business."

Eric De Gryse | Silver Band
Fernand de Visscher | Silver Band
Emmanuel Cornu | Silver Band
Michaël De Vroey | Bronze Band

Simont Braun is delighted to be ranked Tier 1 in Financial services regulatory by IFLR 1000.

Praised for its responsiveness, clarity, and deep regulatory expertise, Simont Braun’s financial services team delivers high-quality, practical advice with a strong client focus.

Joan Carette is rated as Highly regarded.
Philippe De Prez is rated as Notable Practitioner.

Simont Braun is delighted to be ranked Tier 3 in Corporate M&A by IFLR 1000.

The team is praised for having a "practical / hands-on approach and trying to get things done, taking into account the client's interest."

Tom Swinnen is rated as Highly regarded.
Maïka Bernaerts is recognised as Rising Star.

Team ranking: Trademarks | Tier 1 - Patents & Copyrights | Tier 2

Eric De Gryse maintains his ranking as Trademark & Patent Star
Emmanuel Cornu maintains his ranking as Trademark Star
Fernand de Visscher maintains his ranking as Patent Star
Michaël De Vroey praised as Patent Star

Simont Braun is delighted to be ranked again in Silver in legal trademark expertise by WTR1000.

"The firm boasts a team of adept and sophisticated litigators who expertly harness the firm's extensive expertise and resources. They provide comprehensive legal support that not only meets specific IP needs but also aligns with the client’s broader business objectives."

Emmanuel Cornu is ranked in Gold
"Emmanuel is highly regarded by his peers for his encyclopaedic knowledge of the law. He knows exactly how to deal with complex trademark litigation, consistently offering precise and straightforward advice.”

Eric De Gryse is ranked in Silver
"Eric is celebrated for his ability to handle tricky trademark disputes."

Michaël De Vroey is ranked in Silver
"Michaël is a highly confident and skilled litigator, boasting extensive experience in handling both national and multi-jurisdictional disputes."