Area of specialisation
Bar admission
Experience with legal system
Professional experience
Hugo is the trusted adviser of a large number of international and Belgian insurers and reinsurers, brokers and law firms and has been involved in most of the largest and high-value insurance disputes in Belgium in the last 25 years. With over 30 years of experience in commercial law and commercial litigation, he regularly advises on liability and insurance claims in such areas as all-risk property, construction all risk insurance, BI insurance, D&O, professional indemnity and product liability insuranceHe is one of the few Belgian lawyers with expertise in complex insurance and reinsurance disputes, in all lines of insurance, before Belgian courts and arbitration panels. As he often represents international clients, he is very well aware of the cultural and legal differences in commercial contracts between Belgian and non-Belgian companies. Who’s Who Legal has recognised him as one of the only 10 Thought Leaders in Litigation in Belgium, reflecting his unique blend of expertise and experience.
Furthermore, thanks to Hugo and Sandra Lodewijckx, our insurance practice has consistently achieved the esteemed Tier 1 ranking in Belgium by Legal 500 since 2017, further solidifying our undeniable market leadership in this area of law in Belgium. This recognition is a testament to Hugo's exceptional contributions and the collective expertise of our team.
Hugo also handles arbitration and mediation cases. He acts as counsel, arbitrator and mediator.