Public & Administrative law
Dealing with the public sector is an increasingly important aspect of business life. Our team has a deep understanding of the sector and the rules that apply to transactions with authorities and public entities. We provide practical advice to help you manage the risks and get the most out of your transactions.
Belgian Federal Agency denounces hospitals’ public procurement practices
Financial close PPP project Tram de Liège
CJEU rules on 'tender shaping' practices in the medical device sector
CJEU gives guidance on self-cleaning in relation to competition law infringements
Specific legal risks
There are specific legal risks in relation to transactions with authorities and public law entities. Both entities in the public sector and private entities wanting to deal with them must take into account an ever-expanding body of rules. Non-compliance may have severe consequences.
Sets of rules
Public law includes various sets of rules in relation to capacity, public procurement and competitive tendering, publicly-owned assets, planning and environmental law, permits, budget law and freedom of information.
Our team
Our team provides a unique combination of a strong transactional expertise, including PPPs, with litigation support, together with a specific knowledge of permits, planning and environmental law. Throughout these different areas, we pride ourselves in giving our clients useful, concise and practical advice.