LEGAL500 (2024 EDITION) RECOMMENDS ONCE MORE PHILIPPE & PARTNERS FOR INSURANCE, ENERGY AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
TOP TIER FIRM (Luxembourg) AND RECOMMENDED FIRM (Belgium) IN THE INSURANCE SECTOR
“Philippe & Partners‘ insurance team, which is noted for its ‘professionalism and collaboration‘, handles a range of advisory and contentious work in the insurance sector, with the group singled out for its competence in insurance products and distribution services, as well as its ability to assist with insurance-related regulatory, corporate and tax issues. Life insurance specialist Marc Gouden, who divides his time between Brussels and Luxembourg, heads up the practice alongside Pierre Moreau, whose diverse practice extends to group insurance and the development of life and non-life policies; Moreau divides his time between Brussels, Luxembourg and Mons.”
Marc Gouden is considered Leading Individual.
Practice head(s): Pierre Moreau; Marc Gouden
Other key lawyers: Isabelle Cirriez; Ihsan Karatas
RECOMMENDED FIRM IN DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND IN THE ENERGY SECTOR:
“Philippe & Partners‘ disputes practice is commended for its’ ‘industry knowledge, client-centric approach, responsiveness, and dedication to client satisfaction’, with vast experience across civil and commercial litigation. Insurance litigation, class actions, and commercial arbitration are all key strengths of the team, which represents leading insurance companies, energy suppliers, and financial institutions. Founding partner Denis Philippe leads the practice with Marc Gouden, who has particular expertise in insurance and energy work. Also of note are Pierre Moreau and Dirk Clarysse, who is noted for his ‘exceptional accessibility and responsiveness’.”
Practice head: Denis Philippe
Other key lawyers: Marc Gouden, Pierre Moreau, Dirk Clarysse, Charlotte Romaen
Philippe & Partners handles litigation and transactional work arising from the energy sector and stands out for its work for the likes of Engie Electrabel and Tractebel on matters concerning the energy transition. Practice head Denis Philippe, who is a director of the Belgian Nuclear Association, is respected for his work in both international and domestic arbitration. Mathieu Clément de Cléty is a key adviser on contentious matters concerning constitutional, administrative, and energy law