Andersen expands its administrative and public law practice with a new partner

Karen De Braekeleer is an attorney and specializes in administrative and public law, more specifically in the field of public procurement, public-private partnerships and public infrastructure.

She has more than 20 years of experience as a lawyer in the public sector (in the broad sense) and is known within this sector as a go-to legal expert for advisory files and assistance in legal proceedings. She acts as legal adviser to public and private authorities such as Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Bpost, STIB, various hospitals (including ZAS) and various federal regional and local governments.

Karen has broad expertise in government contracts, from contract awards to disputes during performance.

She also has extensive experience in concessions, public real estate law and construction law, and regularly assists clients in these areas with advice and litigation.

Finally, Karen is also active as an author and speaker: she regularly publishes on public procurement law and provides lectures and in-house training.

Karen is crucial in the continued development of the Department of Administrative Law and Public Law. With her in-depth expertise and commitment to quality and rigor, she contributes significantly to strengthening our services.

We look forward to continuing to provide the best services with Karen on board.

However, this is only possible because of our clients’ continued trust in our firm, and for that we are very grateful.