A&O Shearman Belgium has been named Belgium Law Firm of the Year at the Chambers Europe Awards for the fifth consecutive year, a testament to its sustained excellence and leadership in the legal market.
This prestigious recognition reflects the firm’s unwavering client trust, strong relationships, and the exceptional dedication of its teams, who consistently deliver high-impact legal solutions.
Over the past year, A&O Shearman Belgium advised on several landmark deals and complex litigation, including Puratos on its acquisition of Dawn Food Products, ExxonMobil on EU merger control aspects of its stake sale in Adriatic LNG, and Cofinimmo on Aedifica’s exchange offer to combine the two businesses.
The firm also achieved five consecutive wins in high-stakes tax litigation, covering areas such as cross-border deductibility, withholding tax, and LBO interest deductions. Additionally, it supported Brussels Airport in one of Belgium’s most complex environmental permit renewals, successfully navigating over 20 legal proceedings to secure the airport’s continued operations and future growth under EU noise regulations.
This fifth win highlights A&O Shearman Belgium’s ability to tackle highly sophisticated legal challenges while maintaining its reputation as a top-tier advisor in Belgium and beyond. The firm expressed gratitude to its clients and teams for their collaborative efforts and commitment to excellence.
