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Nikolaas Van Robbroeck

Counsel
nikolaas.vanrobbroeck@freshfields.com
Brussels: +32 2 504 7000
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About

Nikolaas is based in our Brussels office leading the Brussels tax team.

His practice encompasses a diverse range of Belgian and cross-border tax work, advising clients - including corporations, financial instutions, funds and family offices - on transformational projects such as private and public M&A, corporate restructurings, real estate investment and capital market transactions. He has a particular expertise in finance tax and equity-based compensation. Nikolaas is well-versed in regulated sectors, including energy, finance and tech.

He also regularly represents clients in administrative, judicial and arbitration proceedings. He regularly secures tax rulings and advises clients in MAP procedures to resolve double taxation. 

He speaks Dutch, English and French.

Capabilities

Employment, incentives and pensions
Environment, social and governance
Mergers and acquisitions
Private capital
Real estate
Restructuring
Tax
White collar defence and corporate crime

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  • University of Antwerp, Belgium (law degree)
  • London School of Economics, UK (LLM)
  • Solvay Brussels School, Belgium (master in tax management)

Professional memberships

  • Brussels Bar

Nikolaas is very hands-on and able to think with the client. He has very strong knowledge of Belgian and international taxation.
— Client quotes, Chambers Europe

Nikolaas Van Robbroeck

Counsel
nikolaas.vanrobbroeck@freshfields.com

T +32 2 504 7000

Brussels Office

Bastion Tower

Place du Champ de Mars/Marsveldplein 5

Brussels B-1050
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