Credentials

The 'extremely competent' practice at ALTIUS is headed by Sylvie Dubois. Recent instructions saw the team acting for restaurant chain Lunch Garden in a collective labour agreement. It advised a major hotel chain and pharmaceutical company on litigation cases, in addition to being instructed by Google to advise on their Belgian employment matters. (Legal 500 - 2010)

‘Very solid’. Head of practice Sylvie Dubois is recommended and praised for her ‘attention to detail’. (Legal 500 - 2009)

Rivals distinguish ALTIUS as ʻhaving a good track record in this area and I can recommend them positivelyʼ. Sylvie Dubois is the standout personality. (Legal 500 - 2008)

Leading the practice is Sylvie Dubois, a 'fine negotiator who's very good at defining and discussing strategies'. Sources praise the firm's business awareness and proactive approach. (Chambers and Partners - 2010)

The team often works closely with the corporate department, further encouraging its prowess in M&A-related employment issues. Clients appreciate the team’s constructive and serviceable attitude: 'Advice is easy to understand and indicates all the pros and cons, so you get a clear idea of all the risks. That’s a rare skill that you don’t find in many law firms'. (Chambers and Partners - 2009)

Sources declare Sylvie Dubois 'extremely good at what she does. You can talk to her about anything, and she’ll always put things into a commercial perspective'. Her approachability and high level of knowledge in relation to employment law mark her out as the leading practitioner at ALTIUS. (Chambers and Partners - 2009)

Described as 'efficient and cost effective' the team gets to the point with its concise advice. The discipline and speed of the lawyers was appreciated by clients: 'Theyʼre there when you need them, especially if itʼs urgent'.

Partner Sylvie Dubois has earned respect and admiration of clients through her great command of legislation and sound commercial advice. Not only does she grasp things very quickly, but she is also 'definitely in touch with the realities of business' (Chambers and Partners 2008).