Ivan Reyns Joins Global Law Experts as Belgium’s Exclusive Insolvency Specialist

Welcome Ivan Reyns

Global Law Experts is pleased to welcome Ivan Reyns as the Exclusive Member for Insolvency in Belgium. This selective endorsement reflects a sustained commitment to delivering practical, expert guidance to clients facing financial distress and corporate restructuring. Ivan Reyns joins a global network of leading practitioners whose focus on insolvency matters aligns with the complex needs of businesses navigating difficult economic times and cross border challenges. The exclusive designation highlights a trusted Belgian specialist whose practice is centered on helping companies protect value, preserve continuity, and achieve orderly outcomes in the face of financial pressures.

Background

Reyns Advocaten was founded in 1990 by Ivan Reyns, marking the beginning of a long-standing focus on corporate and commercial law in Belgium. The firm expanded its partnership and capabilities over time, adding key practitioners to strengthen its insolvency and restructuring offerings. Under the leadership of Ivan Reyns as Managing Partner, the firm has evolved into a medium-sized practice with a close-knit team that emphasizes pragmatic, results-oriented solutions for clients facing financial difficulties. The firm’s growth and leadership reflect a consistent dedication to delivering specialized advice in insolvency, corporate law, and related disciplines. The background of Ivan Reyns, including his foundational role and ongoing leadership, is central to Reyns Advocaten’s reputation in the Belgian market.

Reyns Advocaten Firm

Reyns Advocaten operates from offices in Beveren-Kruibeke and maintains a presence in Melsele and Antwerp, underscoring a regional footprint that is well connected to international commerce and cross-border work. The firm positions itself as a client-focused, pragmatic adviser to (international) companies, investors, shareholders, and government authorities. Its multidisciplinary structure allows the firm to deploy specialized teams across corporate law, insolvency, real estate, tax matters, IP ICT GDPR, and other domains. With approximately 25 lawyers and paralegals, Reyns Advocaten emphasizes knowledge management and continuous learning to stay ahead in fast-moving areas of law. The firm’s stated approach combines a no-nonsense attitude with professional expertise, punctual follow-up, and clear communication—qualities that are highly valued by clients seeking efficient legal support in complex matters. Reyns Advocaten’s profile as a cross-border-friendly Belgian firm is reinforced by its public-facing insolvency content and its ongoing engagement with international client needs.

Insolvency Practice

The insolvency practice at Reyns Advocaten is a core pillar of the firm’s offering. The team concentrates on the judicial reorganisation of companies in difficulty, commonly referred to in Belgium as WCO or GREO, and works to avoid bankruptcy where possible by guiding restructurings that preserve value for stakeholders. The firm emphasizes a proactive, instrument-based approach that uses the full spectrum of Belgian insolvency tools to tailor solutions to the specific characteristics of each case. The practice focuses on helping companies through the crisis while balancing the interests of debtors, creditors, and other stakeholders. The team remains current on evolving procedures and uses established processes to deliver practical outcomes.

• Investigation by the Chamber for Companies in Difficulty at the request of the debtor
• Company mediation to facilitate restructuring outside formal proceedings
• Amicable settlements aimed at preserving business value and jobs
• Public judicial reorganisation under GREO or similar frameworks for large or mid-sized entities
• Transfer under judicial supervision to reorganize operations while protecting stakeholder interests
• Closed preparation for bankruptcy when a winding-down is unavoidable
• Bankruptcy procedures when insolvency is unavoidable, with a focus on orderly and efficient liquidation

This insolvency framework, as described by Reyns Advocaten, reflects a disciplined approach to corporate recovery that emphasizes early intervention, structured negotiations, and the use of formal processes when necessary. Ivan Reyns, as Managing Partner leading the practice, coordinates a team with extensive experience in restructuring, corporate law, and the law of obligations, ensuring that clients receive coordinated advice across related disciplines. The integration of mediation, negotiations, and formal proceedings demonstrates the firm’s commitment to getting the best possible outcomes for distressed businesses while minimizing disruption for employees and other stakeholders.

Regional and International Relevance

Belgian insolvency law interacts with European Union frameworks and cross-border commerce in ways that frequently require coordination with foreign lenders, investors, and corporate affiliates. Reyns Advocaten engages with international clients seeking Belgium-based restructuring solutions, and its client roster benefits from the firm’s international outlook and cross-border capabilities. The firm’s emphasis on pragmatic, targeted advice resonates with multinational corporations and foreign-invested organisations that require a Belgian partner capable of navigating local insolvency procedures while connecting them to broader European processes. The presence of Reyns Advocaten in the Beveren-Kruibeke region and its offices in Melsele and Antwerp provides a strategic hub for handling Belgian matters with a channel to international networks, making Ivan Reyns a practical point of contact for global clients seeking Belgian insolvency expertise. The combination of a founder-led practice and a growing team with international orientation aligns well with Global Law Experts’ goal of connecting exclusive Belgian insolvency expertise with a worldwide client base.

Why Global Law Experts Selected Ivan Reyns

The selection of Ivan Reyns as the Exclusive Member for Insolvency in Belgium reflects a careful assessment of the firm’s core strengths and track record. Reyns Advocaten is anchored by the leadership and vision of Ivan Reyns, who founded the firm and continues to steer its direction as Managing Partner. The insolvency practice is well established, with a clear focus on judicial reorganisations, mediation, amicable settlements, and formal restructuring procedures that are central to corporate recovery in Belgium. The firm’s dedication to practical solutions, its emphasis on knowledge management, and its ability to deploy a dedicated team of specialists align with Global Law Experts’ standards for exclusive membership. Reyns Advocaten brings to the network a robust Belgian practice that integrates corporate law and insolvency expertise, enabling seamless collaboration with international clients and global partners. The firm’s regional footprint in Antwerp and its proximity to international business corridors further enhance its suitability to serve as Global Law Experts Exclusive Member for the insolvency practice area in Belgium.

With Ivan Reyns as the exclusive representative, Global Law Experts gains a Belgian partner whose leadership, focused practice, and client-centered approach support complex restructurings and cross-border scenarios. The combination of founder-led expertise, a dedicated insolvency team, and an established, internationally oriented profile makes Ivan Reyns a natural fit for clients seeking reliable Belgian insolvency counsel within a global framework. The appointment signals a commitment to offer high quality, localized guidance within a trusted international network, reinforcing the value that Global Law Experts provides to companies and financial institutions facing insolvency and corporate recovery challenges in Belgium and beyond.

Global Law Experts is excited to work with Reyns Advocaten and to connect clients with the Belgian expertise that Ivan Reyns embodies. The exclusive membership underlines a shared commitment to delivering clear, practical, and legally sound solutions for businesses navigating the complexities of insolvency in Belgium and across borders.