The impact of Book 6 of the Belgian Civil Code on private equity

The impact of Book 6 of the Belgian Civil Code on private equity
February 17, 2025

We are proud to announce that ALTIUS lawyers Marie Brasseur and Hugo Gigounon have contributed to the second edition of The Legal Industry Review: Belgium (LIR Belgium). In their article, they provide insights on the new liability rules introduced under Book 6 of the Belgian Civil Code, with a particular focus on the implications for directors of private equity portfolio companies and the relationships between funds, portfolio companies, and third parties.

The Legal Industry Review: Belgium is part of a global platform that connects leading legal professionals and provides the community with access to the latest insights and expertise in various areas of law. This collaboration reflects ALTIUS’ ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest standards of legal expertise and sharing valuable knowledge with the wider legal profession.

We invite you to read their article, ‘The Impact of Book 6 of the Belgian Civil Code on Private Equity’, which can be found on pages 30-31.

Written by

  • Marie Brasseur

    Partner

  • Hugo Gigounon

    Associate

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