Practice area

Insolvency law

When a company faces financial difficulties, a fast and accurate diagnosis is decisive. As both a court-appointed receiver and attorney I work in insolvency cases every day and know the terrain from both sides.

Two perspectives on the same case.

Since 2016 I have served as a receiver at the Dutch-speaking Business Court in Brussels. That mandate gives me daily insight into what courts and receivers do and do not accept, which steps must happen in time and what risks directors and shareholders face.

As an attorney I use that knowledge to arm business owners early enough. There is often more room to manoeuvre than initially thought, provided action is taken in time.

What I do

01

Analysis of financial difficulties

Rapid diagnosis of the situation and analysis of possible restructuring measures, with attention to liquidity, solvency and continuity.

02

Amicable settlement and reorganisation

Guidance in amicable settlements, judicial reorganisations and, where necessary, filing for bankruptcy.

03

Securities and priorities

Advice on retention of title, priorities, securities and the position of creditors in insolvency proceedings.

04

Transfer of assets

Support in the transfer or acquisition of assets and business activities in the context of reorganisation or bankruptcy.

05

Insolvency disputes

Advice and proceedings on insolvency disputes, including contestation of claims and opposition to directors' liability.

06

Directors' liability

Preventive advice to directors on their liability and defence in liability claims after bankruptcy.

Frequently asked questions

When is it too early to bring in a lawyer?
Never. The earlier, the more options. A first conversation is often enough to map the main risks and decide what needs to happen in the short term.
Can I retain you when you also act as a receiver?
Yes, outside the cases where I have been appointed as receiver. In every new file I carefully check that there is no conflict with an active receivership.
What is the difference between an amicable settlement and a judicial reorganisation?
An amicable settlement stays out of court and is confidential. A judicial reorganisation runs through the court and gives temporary protection against creditors. Which route best suits your situation depends on the concrete circumstances.

Doubts about the continuity of your business?

A timely analysis makes the difference between rescue and bankruptcy. Please get in touch for a discreet initial conversation.

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