Life Sciences
The world of life sciences revolves around a continuous cycle of growth. In-depth specialists, our multi-disciplinary team offers technical, regulatory and transactional expertise throughout the pharmaceutical, agricultural and food sectors. ALTIUS clients include innovators in the pharmaceutical industry as well as hospitals, private equity investors, and leaders in the dental and veterinary segments.
A reputation for excellence
Building on our extensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and the daily challenges facing this highly regulated sector, the ALTIUS team guides its clients through complex legislation and, notably, Belgian and EU regulatory compliance issues.
Highly experienced, ALTIUS life sciences legal team represents national and international food, feed and drink producers, agri-biotech companies, plant and animal breeders and industry associations. Considered experts in their respected fields, the ALTIUS life sciences lawyers are frequently active in the Belgian and EU courts and various regulatory organisations.
How we can help
Cell & tissue engineered products
Compliance
Medical devices
Medicinal products’ marketing
Pricing and reimbursement
Protection of plant biotechnological inventions
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The 2028 social elections: Should you already be doing something now?
In May 2028, all employers employing, on average, at least 50 workers (for the Committee for Prevention and Protection at Work) or 100 workers (for the Works Council), must organise social elections to elect employee representatives to these consultative bodies.
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New Book 7 of the Belgian Civil Code: What you need to know
On 23 September 2026, the Act of 22 July 2026 inserting Book 7 “Special contracts” into the Civil Code was published in the Belgian State Gazette. This marks the next major milestone in Belgium’s ongoing overhaul of its private law and will have an impact on the real estate and construction sector. In this first blog post, we look at the suppletive nature of the new rules, their entry into force, and the topics Book 7 covers, before paying particular attention to what matters for the real estate and construction sector in a series of upcoming blogs on the specific contracts it regulates.
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Belgium immigration update: new Annex 64 and other changes for frontier workers
New rules recently came into force, modernising how frontier workers enter and leave Belgium. Frontier workers who do not have the nationality of an EEA country or Switzerland must now hold an Annex 64, or a specific D visa, to enter and leave Belgium for a period exceeding 90 days. This article gives a short overview of the main changes. Importantly, these changes do not affect a frontier worker’s right to work in Belgium.
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At ALTIUS, we look at your business from two different angles: legal
practice and industry sector. Our teams of specialised lawyers are
additionally grouped into dedicated, cross-specialty, industry-focused
teams. Whether you are looking for a dedicated legal specialist or a
team of industry insiders, at ALTIUS, we got your legal issue covered.
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At ALTIUS, we believe business is always personal. That’s why we’re so much more than just great lawyers; we are team players and relationship builders. Combining legal excellence with passion, optimism, and good judgement, we bring a fresh perspective and genuine commitment. Whatever your legal challenges, we think in new ways and find innovative solutions.