Led by Vincent Dirckx, the CMS private equity team advises a range of domestic and international sponsors on PE acquisitions, investments and fund formations.

PwC Legal handles the full spectrum of private equity transactional and advisory work, including advising on acquisitions, strategic investments and fund formation. The team is spearheaded by Harold Vanden Berghe, who combines M&A and tax expertise.

A&O Shearman assists clients across a range of complex high-value and cross-jurisdictional M&A transactions, acting for a wealth of notable international private equity funds. Practice head Wouter Van de Voorde possesses significant experience in handling intricate cross-border transactions, bringing deep sectoral expertise across an array of industries, including technology, healthcare and food & beverages. Dirk Meeus is a further key contact for complex transaction structuring matters, including voluntary takeover bids. Frederiek Adams boasts a strong track-record in assisting high-profile PE funds in big-ticket M&A transactions. Hans Kets is particularly active within the telecoms industry.

Baker McKenzie BV/SRL is well-equipped to advise on complex cross-border big-ticket M&A transactions, acting for a range of PE and VC funds, particularly within the life sciences sector. The firm has particular expertise in advising an array of international private equity clients on the structuring of funds. Practice head Roel Meers is well-regarded for his expertise in complex M&A as well as equity capital markets deals, including securities offerings and listings. Luc Meeus is relied upon for his expertise in complex fund structuring mandates. Koen Vanhaerents is a longstanding expert in the private equity space. Kristoff Cox supports the team.

Linklaters covers the full gamut of private equity-related mandates, from fund set-up and structuring to management equity plans, exits, and public M&A. The team has considerable transactional expertise both domestically and internationally, and regularly advises on complex, cross-border large-cap M&A deals. Practice head Arnaud Coibion is highly sought-after for his transactional expertise within regulated sectors, including energy and infrastructure. An-Sofie Van Hootegem has notable experience in structuring management equity packages. Evita Bassot is a key contact among funds and sponsors on high-value transactions. Nils Vermeulen and Andreas Depoortere support the team.

ARGO Law advises an array of private equity and venture capital funds through a range of transactional matters, from fund structuring work to early-stage funding mandates. Practice co-head Freya Jorens is particularly well-versed in fund formation and post-incorporation matters, including regulatory issues. Fellow co-lead Philippe Rens specialises in handling the tax structuring of large-scale M&A transactions. Other key contacts include private equity transaction and fund structuring expert Kris Verdoodt, and Bert Van Ingelghem, who boasts a deep track-record in the acquisition of portfolio companies.

Clifford Chance demonstrates considerable experience acting for private equity firms, sell-side management teams and VC-backed startups, particularly within the tech sector. The team is headed by Niek De Pauw, who is sought-after by a host of international private equity funds, sovereign wealth funds and listed companies for his expertise in buy- and sell-side acquisitions as well as public takeover bids. Other notable names in the team include Xavier Remy and Patrice Viaene, who are particularly active within the energy and infrastructure sectors, as well as Alexandre Ooms, who brings significant tax litigation expertise.

DLA Piper advises international private equity and venture capital funds on fund formation, investment structuring, transactions and management issues. The team is co-headed by Pierre Berger, who possesses considerable expertise in corporate transactional mandates, as well as financial services regulatory issues. Berger is particularly active in the fintech space, with a cryptocurrency and blockchain focus. Fellow co-lead Michael Heene is regularly instructed by a host of private equity funds for his expertise throughout each stage of the buy and build cycle.

Loyens & Loeff ‘s private equity practice is well-equipped to handle complex cross-border private equity transactions, advising a combination of domestic and international private equity and venture capital funds on acquisitions, demergers, and fund formations. The practice is led by Thomas Lenné who possesses deep experience in handling big-ticket cross-jurisdiction mandates, with particularly notable sectoral experience in technology, energy & infrastructure and life sciences. Additionally, Robrecht Coppens advises international financial sponsors on both complex transactional matters, with added expertise in tax structures.

Stibbe advises private equity and venture capital funds across a range of mandates, including fund structuring, acquisitions and management incentive packages. The team is well-versed in handling complex high-value LBOs, MBOs, secondary deals and continuation fund structuring across a wide array of sectors, most notably energy & infrastructure, life sciences and technology. Practice head Stefan Odeurs demonstrates considerable experience in leveraged transactions, divestments and secondary buy-outs. Dries Hommez is relied upon by institutional investors and has expertise in handling public and private M&A.

White & Case LLP advises notable private equity clients on complex large-scale cross-border M&A transactions. Practice co-head Thierry Bosly acts for a roster of global private capital sponsors and venture capital funds and is highly-regarded for his ability to lead on complex cross-border transactions. Fellow co-head Carlo Meert is notable for his transactional proficiency and deep knowledge of corporate governance matters. Nick Hallemeesch has a strong track-record in assisting with management incentive plans, as well as post-acquisition disputes. Philippe Hendrickx left the firm.

ALTIUS has a proven track-record in acting for domestic and international private equity, venture capital and real estate funds on transactions across the technology, life sciences, healthcare and food sectors. Practice co-head Tom Vantroyen is a seasoned M&A lawyer, advising on acquisitions, restructurings, exits and joint ventures. Fellow co-lead Marie Brasseur has experience handling both domestic and international transactional mandates, with particular expertise in the renewable energy sector.

Cresco Advocaten acts for PE funds and start-ups across a range of by- and sell-side transactions as well as corporate governance and venture capital matters. The team is led by David Dessers, who possesses a wealth of transactional experience, particularly with regard to venture capital financing and acquisitions in the tech sector. Glenn L’hoëst possesses experience assisting on funding rounds and transactions for technology and infrastructure clients. Olivier Van Raemdonck combines transactional experience with intellectual property expertise.

Eubelius assists notable private equity clients through buy-outs, funding rounds, complex carve-outs as well as exits. Philippe Mulliez is an expert in private equity transactions within the Flemish market. Felix Dobbelaere advises a portfolio of private equity funds on transactions, joint ventures and internal reorganisations. Filip Jenné brings a specialisation in real estate transactions. Life sciences sector specialist Erwin Destuyver and longstanding private equity expert Matthias Wauters are further key contacts.

Lydian has a strong track record advising an array of Belgian and global private equity funds on matters ranging from deal structuring, governance arrangements and post-transaction reorganisations. Peter De Ryck is active across a range of sectors including food and beverages, transport and energy. Maxime Colle provides expertise in public M&A, venture capital transactions and corporate governance matters, and is particularly active within the technology and life sciences sectors. Florence Colpaert specialises in transactional and advisory work within the insurance sector. The three co-lead the team.

Quinz is particularly active within the life sciences, technology and industrial sectors. The practice is well-equipped to advise buy-side PE and VC funds on a range of transactional, regulatory and contentious matters. Bart Lintermans demonstrates notable expertise in real estate transactions, while Klaas Thibaut focuses on the sports and life sciences sectors. The team has been further bolstered by the arrival of Willem Witters from Stibbe in September 2024, bringing expertise in public M&A and equity capital markets. The three co-lead the team.

Regularly instructed on complex regulated sector deals, Strelia acts for a full range of sector stakeholders, including domestic and foreign PE and VC funds, angel investors, as well as sell-side target companies and management. Heading the team is Gisèle Rosselle, an expert in tech sector acquisitions and exits. The ‘excellent, pragmatic; Katrien Vorlat provides expertise in advising management groups. Laurent Verhavert stands out on life sciences sector deals.

Ace Law acts for notable PE and VC funds on matters concerning the full corporate and fund lifecycle, demonstrating particular proficiency on fund structuring mandates. The team, led by Didier Roemers and Wouter Verhelst, handles both transactional and regulatory advisory work, with experience supporting funds through full buy-and-build cycles. Christophe De Backere supports the team.

Cambrian acts for both venture capital and angel investors, as well as sell-side tech start-ups and scale-ups on complex transactions. Pieter Capiau has experience advising both EU and US-based venture capital funds on a range of transactional mandates including M&A, divestitures and management equity plans. Wim Van Berendoncks is experienced in venture capital fund formation, while Yannick Verrycke possesses a particular focus on technology sector deals. The three co-lead the team.

Deloitte Legal‘s private equity practice is particularly adept at handling early-stage investments and exit transactions, acting for a roster of PE and VC clients. The team is co-led by David Roelens, Christoph Michiels, and Marc Van tieghem. Roelens is experienced acting for clients across the real estate, energy, telecoms, and finance sectors; Michiels is regularly entrusted by start-ups, scale-ups, and VC and PE funds; and Van tieghem focuses on transactions in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Jones Day is well-equipped to handle complex high-value, cross-jurisdictional transactions for notable Belgian and international private equity funds. The practice is headed by M&A and capital markets expert Pierre-Olivier Mahieu, who joined from A&O Shearman and brings notable experience assisting on pharmaceutical sector transactions. Jonas Van den Bossche is a further key contact. Thomas De Muynck left the firm in November 2025.

Liedekerke assists venture capital and private equity funds on transactions in sectors such as technology, energy, life sciences and pharmaceuticals. The team is headed by Damien Conem, who brings experience in multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions as well as in corporate restructuring. Wim Dedecker assists in investments and joint venture mandates, while Jacques Meunier is a further key contact for investments and acquisitions.

Monard law possesses experience advising both buy-side and sell-side clients across a variety of sectors including energy, construction and retail. The team, led by Nicole Segers, boasts experience in M&A transactions as well as VC funding rounds. Maxime Monard brings a wealth of experience in advising venture capital investors and startups through their funding life cycles.

NautaDutilh assists across the full private equity offering landscape, advising clients on LBOs and MBOs, public-to-private transactions, fund structuring and exits. The team is headed by Philippe Remels, who demonstrates extensive expertise in energy, chemicals and life sciences sector deals. Axel Maeterlinck offers deep knowhow in transactional work as well as corporate governance issues, particularly within the biotech and fintech sectors.

Simont Braun's private equity practice is regularly instructed by a host of domestic and international funds, advising on LBOs, MBOs, strategic investments and fund structuring. The practice is co-led by Tom Swinnen and Steven Callens. Swinnen is notably active in the energy, retail and technology sectors, while Callens is experienced in both contentious and non-contentious matters. Thomas Gernay left the firm in January 2026.

Van Olmen & Wynant is particularly proficient in advising on private equity transactions within the technology and sustainability sectors, regularly acting for PE funds and financial institutions. Practice co-head Luc Wynant offers expertise in leveraged management buyouts, divestitures and fund formations. Fellow co-lead Koen Hoornaert specialises in M&A, corporate restructuring and governance issues. Further key contacts include Laurent Detaille and Alice Vander Stichele.