Practice

Julie advises and represents companies, shareholders and investors in corporate disputes. She acts before the Belgian courts and arbitral tribunals, including in disputes arising from acquisitions, shareholder agreements and transactions involving listed companies. Her work also includes auditors’ liability and proceedings before the FSMA Sanctions Committee.

Julie’s approach

Julie builds strong working relationships and pays close attention to the people and interests behind a dispute. She takes the time to understand what matters to clients and approaches every case with commitment and enthusiasm. She tries to resolve disputes through negotiation where possible, but does not hesitate to take a firm position when needed.

Qualifications

Julie obtained her master’s degree in law from the University of Antwerp in 2019. During her studies, she spent a semester at the University of Fribourg in Switzerland. She has been a member of the Antwerp Bar since September 2019.

Recent matters

Julie’s recent experience includes representing:

• A private equity fund in arbitration proceedings following the sale of Omega Pharma to Perrigo, involving allegations of fraud during the sale process and breaches of representations and warranties.

• CMB in proceedings before the Belgian Market Court concerning its mandatory public takeover bid for Euronav and in related proceedings before the Antwerp Enterprise Court, brought by minority shareholders challenging major corporate decisions and transactions.

• A shareholder in litigation concerning share option agreements and the exercise of contractual rights.

• A purchaser in an earn-out dispute concerning the payment of the purchase price.

• Statutory auditors in liability disputes and assisting and regulatory proceedings, including proceedings before the FSMA Sanctions Committee and the Belgian Audit Oversight Board.