Liberius welcomes Wilko van Weert as a Partner in its Brussels-based EU & Competition Practice Group. Wilko specialises in EU competition and regulatory matters, with a principal focus on providing strategic advice on EU, Belgian and Dutch competition law. He notably assists clients in complying with the evolving regulatory and ethical standards that businesses are increasingly faced with.
Wilko has frequently advised on the antitrust and merger control aspects of renewable energy and environmental cooperation projects, notably in the EV/automotive sector. He joins the firm from Norton Rose Fulbright where he was Managing Partner of the Brussels office. Previously he practiced with McDermott, Will & Emery and Bird & Bird. His addition significantly bolsters Liberius’ capabilities and reinforces the firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional legal services to its clients.
Diederik Van Lede, Liberius’ Managing Partner, says, “We’re absolutely delighted to have Wilko on board. His extensive experience perfectly complements our firm’s and team’s strengths and will be a great advantage to our Belgian and international clientele. Wilko’s deep expertise in competition law and ESG-related matters greatly adds to our existing capabilities in these exciting areas.”
“Clients are increasingly looking at our firm for guidance and support on the myriad rules adopted and enforced by the European Union, and our expert and strategic approach to these matters will be further strengthened by Wilko’s arrival. In addition to defending clients in international cartel investigations, Wilko has significant experience with ESG, as well as intellectual property-related matters connected to the technology and life sciences sectors.”
“I’m delighted join Liberius.” says Wilko “Their innovative model, where lawyers have an absolute freedom to shape their practice as they see fit, as well as the presence of a great team of lawyers involved with different aspects of Competition law, ESG and beyond, make it an obvious choice for me. I am excited for the opportunity to be part of this rapidly growing team.”
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