2025 | IFLR 1000 | FINANCIAL SERVICES REGULATORY – Tier 1
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.
2025 | IFLR 1000 | Corporate M&A – Tier 3
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.
2025 | IP STARS | INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
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
2025 | IAM | INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
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 […]
2025 | LEGAL 500 | INDUSTRY FOCUS: IT & TELECOMS – TIER 4
Joan Carette, Eric De Gryse & Tom Swinnen | Practice Heads
2025 | LEGAL 500 | ENVIRONMENT – TIER 4
A commentator said “Simont Braun stands out for its pragmatic and solution-oriented approach, delivering high-quality legal advice that is both practical and aligned with the business objectives. The team is familiar with the institutional and regulatory framework in Brussels. Their multilingual capability (FR, DU, EN) ensures seamless communication and adaptability in a diverse legal environment.” […]
2025 | LEGAL 500 | EU REGULATORY: PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION – TIER 4
Joan Carette, Emmanuel Cornu and Eric De Gryse | Practice Heads
2025 | LEGAL 500 | INDUSTRY FOCUS: TRANSPORT – TIER 3
A commentator reported over our practice: “in-depth knowledge of their subject, understanding of the political terrain.” Manuela von Kuegelgen & Steven Callens | Practice Heads Emmanuel Cornu | Other Key Lawyer
2025 | LEGAL 500 | INDUSTRY FOCUS: HEALTHCARE & LIFE SCIENCES – TIER 3
Eric De Gryse & Emmanuel Cornu | Practice Heads
2025 | LEGAL 500 | INDUSTRY: FOOD – TIER 2
Emmanuel Cornu, Tom Swinnen & Eric De Gryse | Practice Heads Rafaël Jafferali & Michaël De Vroey | Other Key Lawyers
2025 | LEGAL 500 | PRIVATE EQUITY – TIER 4
Tom Swinnen, Steven Callens & Thomas Gernay | Practice Heads Julie Braeckman & Melissa Martens | Other Key Lawyers
2025 | LEGAL 500 | COMMERCIAL, CORPORATE AND M&A – TIER 3
A client reported: “The practice is unique due to its personal and tailored approach. The partner and senior lawyers are your touchpoint and you feel they take care of your file.” Tom Swinnen & Steven Callens | Practice Heads Paul Alain Foriers, Sander van Loock & Julie Braeckman | Other Key Lawyers