Who I Am
I am a Director within the Tax Advisory team and specialise in all aspects of VAT law, combining legal expertise with hands-on experience in advisory and litigation. Alongside my practice, I am active in academia as a research assistant at Ghent University and a lecturer at KU Leuven. I am active at our Zaventem office.
What I Do
- Advise and represent clients in VAT disputes, including litigation before courts and negotiations with administrative authorities.
- Provide specialist guidance on real estate taxation, including VAT on construction, sales, leasing, and sale-and-lease back operations.
- Support clients on VAT and M&A transactions, VAT grouping schemes, and the application of reduced rates and exemptions in regulated sectors such as healthcare and education.
- Publish and teach regularly on VAT and real estate topics, bridging theory and practice.
Who I Work With
- Privately held companies, including real estate developers and investors.
- Clients in the financial services, healthcare, education, and automotive sectors.
- Governmental institutions and law firms seeking VAT litigation and advisory expertise.
My Approach
I combine rigorous technical knowledge with a pragmatic, solution-driven approach. My aim is to help clients resolve disputes efficiently, while also structuring VAT matters to prevent future issues and support long-term business objectives.
Credentials & Leadership
- Guest professor at Ghent University (VAT) and lecturer at KU Leuven (VAT & real estate).
- Author of numerous publications on VAT in leading periodicals and books.
- Brussels Bar, since 2009.
Why Deloitte Legal
At Deloitte Legal, I work in close collaboration with Deloitte Belgium’s Tax & Legal practice under a privileged cost-sharing agreement. This unique model allows me to combine legal expertise with multidisciplinary tax and business advisory capabilities, delivering integrated and forward-looking VAT solutions to clients.