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EY Law ranked Tier 1 in Not-for-Profit (Belgium) – Legal 500 2026
EY Law’s Not‑for‑Profit team ranked Tier 1 in Legal 500 EMEA 2026; Antoine Druetz named Leading Partner and Alix Degrez Leading Associate.
- EY Law’s Non Profit & Trade Associations team has been ranked Tier 1 for Not for Profit Belgium in The Legal 500 EMEA 2026, with Antoine Druetz recognised as Leading Partner and Alix Degrez as Leading Associate.
- The article highlights the team’s expertise, this first time top tier ranking, and the strengthening of EY Law’s position as a leading advisor in the non profit sector.
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Introduction
This article is being published to highlight EY Law’s recent recognition in The Legal 500 EMEA 2026 rankings, showcasing the exceptional performance of our Non‑Profit & Trade Associations team, as well as the individual distinctions awarded to Antoine Druetz and Alix Degrez.
We are delighted to announce that EY Law’s Non‑Profit & Trade Associations team, led by Antoine Druetz, has been ranked Tier 1 (Top Tier) for Not‑for‑Profit – Belgium in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 EMEA. This first‑time top-tier recognition reflects the team’s steady growth, sector leadership, and the longstanding trust of our clients.
According to The Legal 500, the team is “often instructed in matters concerning financing, mergers, governance structures and management issues, often involving cross‑border elements.” It is further noted that the practice “acts for clients in the banking, agriculture, education, and healthcare sectors, as well as European lobby groups in Belgium with a focus on not‑for‑profit activities.” The directory also highlights Antoine Druetz’s “excellent reputation” in the structuring, restructuring and design of governance systems for not‑for‑profit organisations, and recognises Alix Degrez and Valérie Havaux as key lawyers in the practice.
Client testimonials emphasise the team’s in‑depth sector knowledge, pragmatic and solution‑driven approach, responsiveness, and clarity, praising their “very practical advice,” “high level of expertise,” “punctuality,” and “ability to set clear strategies with concrete timelines.” Clients also describe working with the team as “a pleasure,” highlighting their dedication, reliability and the tangible value delivered.
In addition to the team ranking, Antoine Druetz has been recognised as a Leading Partner, and Alix Degrez as a Leading Associate, acknowledging the excellence and commitment that drive our practice forward.
We are extremely proud of this milestone and grateful to our clients for their continued confidence. Our team remains dedicated to providing strategic, pragmatic and forward‑looking legal support to help organisations achieve their purpose and navigate increasingly complex governance and regulatory landscapes.
Congratulations to Antoine Druetz, Valérie Havaux, Alix Degrez, Fantine Miroir and Pauline Vansteenkiste for this outstanding achievement.
Action Points
- Check whether your organisation could benefit from the team’s recognised expertise — and contact EY Law if you wish to assess governance, restructuring or cross‑border needs with support from the Tier 1‑ranked team.