Lawyers for Funds and Finance in Brussels and Luxembourg: International Financial and Structuring Solutions
7 rue Joseph Stevens
1000 Brussels
Belgium
- Brussels fund lawyers
- Luxembourg fund structuring
- Private equity fund
- Venture capital fund
- Cross-border finance
- Syndicated lending
- Leveraged finance
- AIFMD compliance
- UCITS
- Capital markets
- Bond issuance
- Fund governance
- Fund restructuring
Why Funds and Finance Are Important
The growth of businesses is fueled by finance. To raise, distribute, and manage capital, businesses and investors depend on sound financial structures, whether through private equity, venture capital, debt financing, or capital markets. Businesses may be subject to regulatory penalties, investor disputes, or expensive inefficiencies as a result of poor structuring or inadequate compliance. However, when done correctly, fund and finance structures provide long-term growth, investor confidence, and resilience.
European finance revolves around Belgium and Luxembourg. Luxembourg is a world leader in fund structuring, while Brussels serves as a center for investors, corporations, and EU regulatory developments. When combined, they provide a strong platform for companies and investors looking for international opportunities. With a dedicated Luxembourg desk, Liberius’ Funds & Finance practice unites the two worlds, providing clients with a single point of contact for both Belgian and Luxembourg expertise.
Our Funds & Finance Expertise
Structure of funds
- Organizing infrastructure, real estate, venture capital, and private equity funds.
- Creating governance documents, subscription agreements, and limited partnership agreements.
- Offering guidance on LP-GP dynamics, fund manager agreements, and carried interest structures.
International Finance
- Providing corporate and investor advice on leveraged finance, refinancing, and syndicated lending.
- Creating intercreditor agreements, security packages, and loan agreements.
- Organizing funding across several jurisdictions, such as Luxembourg and Belgium.
Regulatory Compliance
- Offering guidance on SFDR, UCITS, and AIFMD requirements.
- Aiding in fund passporting and international marketing.
- Making sure that EU regulatory updates are followed before they become mandatory.
Business Finance
- Organizing refinancing and intragroup financing.
- Offering guidance on hybrid financing, shareholder loans, and convertible loans.
- Aiding in capital management and corporate treasury operations.
The Capital Markets
- Drafting and offering advice on private placements, note programs, and bond issues.
- Creating hybrid financial instruments to strike a balance between debt and equity.
- Offering guidance on listing requirements and disclosure obligations.
Investor Relations:
- Writing side letters and shareholder agreements.
- Offering guidance on capital commitments and subscription agreements.
- Assisting fund managers and investors with governance and conflict resolution.
Our approach
- Direct senior involvement → Only seasoned finance and funds attorneys who are knowledgeable about market practices and legal frameworks work with clients.
- Entrepreneurial focus: We don't just focus on compliance; we also match financing structures with growth strategies.
- Cross-border strength: We offer smooth support across important financial centers from our base in Brussels and our desk in Luxembourg.
- Speed and clarity → We provide guidance that is easy to apply and doesn't require extraneous complexity.
Who We Advise
- Vehicles for raising or restructuring venture capital and private equity funds.
- The entry of foreign investors into European markets.
- Belgian corporations looking to raise money or refinance.
- Scale-ups obtaining convertible financing or venture capital.
- Financial organizations that organize international transactions.
Illustrative client scenarios
- Working with Belgian investors to structure a Luxembourg private equity fund that aligns tax-efficient governance with carried interest.
- Coordinating cross-jurisdictional security packages and syndicated lenders for a €500 million refinance for a multinational company based in Belgium.
- Helping a venture capital fund with cross-border marketing and Luxembourg structuring under AIFMD.
- Creating a bond issue, including disclosure guidelines and investor relations, for a publicly traded Belgian company.
- Assisting a family-run company in obtaining mezzanine funding for succession planning.
Industry Perspectives
- Technology & Scale-Ups: Organizing convertible loans and venture capital for expansion.
- Private Equity → Creating capital and overseeing international purchases.
- Infrastructure & Real Estate → Fund financing, structuring, and regulatory adherence.
- Financial Services → Adjusting to SFDR, UCITS, and AIFMD requirements.
- Family businesses: funding international expansion, acquisitions, and succession planning.
FAQs – What Clients Ask Us
Is a Luxembourg fund necessary to draw in foreign investors?
Because of their reputation and flexibility, Luxembourg structures are frequently chosen by international investors. We assist you in determining whether Belgian or Luxembourg structures best meet your goals.
What are the main regulatory obstacles facing funds today?
SFDR, UCITS, and AIFMD are essential. We assist managers in coordinating marketing, reporting, and governance with changing responsibilities.
In financing transactions, how do we strike a balance between debt and equity?
Depending on your business model, we create hybrid structures like mezzanine financing or convertible loans.
What dangers come with international syndications?
Enforceability risks may arise from conflicting legal frameworks. To protect the interests of lenders and borrowers, we coordinate Belgian, Luxembourg, and international law.
Why choose Liberius
Because finance is about growth, resilience, and opportunity, not just compliance. At Liberius, we provide practical financial structures by fusing our knowledge of Belgium and Luxembourg with our experience in international transactions. We create solutions that foresee risks, draw in investors, and promote sustained business success—we don’t just draft documents.