Who we are

We are a dynamic boutique law firm specialising in complex dispute resolution and international arbitration. We are highly proactive, delivering tailored legal solutions for our Belgian and international clients.

Our firm has developed significant expertise in several areas, including specifically construction litigation, complex mass damages claims, shareholder litigation, and director liability. With a focused and strategic approach, we efficiently manage high-stake disputes, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Our firm is structured around three core practice areas:

  • Arbitration & Litigation
  • Restructuring & Insolvency
  • Compliance, Sanctions & Risk-Management
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Area of Expertise

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

We handle cases involving strategic legal challenges, urgent emergency proceedings, and arbitration. Our expertise includes mass damages claims, particularly in the construction sector, as well as complex disputes rooted in international law. We provide tailored legal strategies to navigate high-stakes and multi-jurisdictional conflicts effectively.

In the realm of White-Collar Crime, we represent clients in both defense and civil actions with robust advocacy. We also handle sanction proceedings before regulatory bodies such as the Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA), ensuring comprehensive support for clients facing financial sector investigations.

Restructuring & Insolvency

We act for clients (either individuals or companies) in financial difficulties. Restructuring is usually the first stage in the process of agreeing a way forward with creditors in order to manage repayment of the debt, without the client becoming insolvent. Cedric Alter is frequently appointed as a restructuring practitioner or liquidator in complex proceedings and is recognized as a market leader, holding a “Band 1” ranking by Chambers Europe and a “Leading” designation by Leaders League. He also serves as the Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Belgian legal journal on restructuring and insolvency, Revue des Entreprises en Difficultés (REDI).

Compliance, Sanctions & Risk-Management

Navigating the legal landscape requires more than just technical knowledge; it demands strategic foresight. Our firm provides comprehensive guidance to help organizations anticipate risks, ensure operational integrity, and protect their reputations across borders. We have a proven track record in the fast-growing area of international sanctions, having litigated high-stakes issues before both national and European courts.

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Contact

Our offices
Avenue Louise 480, 1050 Brussels, Belgium
IT Tower - 13ᵗʰ floor
Email
info@alter-vanderstappen.com
Phone
+32 2 493 18 90