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Aubry Daerden Joins Crowell & Moring in Brussels

Crowell & Moring has announced the addition of a new partner in their Brussels office, Aubry Daerden, a prominent lawyer recognized for her expertise in mergers and acquisitions. This strategic move is set to enhance the firm’s ability to handle complex corporate transactions, particularly across Belgium and the wider European Union.

A Step Forward in Corporate Law

Aubry Daerden brings a wealth of experience in managing both domestic and international operations. Throughout her career, she has successfully navigated numerous strategic mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and joint ventures across various sectors, including life sciences, healthcare, transportation, and infrastructure. Her expertise is particularly valuable as she frequently advises emerging technology companies, venture capital firms, and corporate investors at all investment stages.

Joining Crowell & Moring from DLA Piper, Daerden’s extensive background is expected to further fortify the existing corporate group at the firm, enabling them to better serve clients facing intricate corporate legal challenges. “Aubry’s addition enhances our capability to assist clients who deal with complex corporate matters,” stated Thomas De Meese, co-managing partner of the Brussels office. “Her experience in transactions and business acumen will deliver significant value to our clients and reinforce our commitment to excellence.”

Strengthening Cross-Border Capabilities

Daerden's reputation as a key player in major Belgian transactions is well-documented, and she is often sought after for her insights regarding investments in Luxembourg. With robust knowledge of the French market, Daerden has played an instrumental role in high-profile cross-border ventures between France and Belgium. She has collaborated with numerous CAC 40 companies and French venture capital funds regarding their interests in the Benelux region.

In addition to her transactional practice, Daerden is a trusted advisor for family shareholders, private businesses, and trade associations on governance, compliance, and various corporate law matters.

Commitment to Excellence

Expressing her enthusiasm about joining Crowell & Moring, Daerden stated, “I am honored to become part of Crowell, a prestigious firm with some of the brightest legal professionals in Brussels and around the world. The firm has successfully maintained integration, agility, and analytical capabilities while expanding globally. At Crowell, I immediately sensed a genuine team spirit and a culture of excellence, united by a shared vision of serving clients to the highest standards, without taking ourselves too seriously.”

This outlook aligns with Crowell & Moring’s strategic initiative to strengthen corporate transaction capabilities in Brussels and London while expanding their presence in key European markets.

Looking Ahead

Daerden possesses an impressive academic background, holding a law degree and a Master’s in Private Law from the Université Libre de Bruxelles, along with an LL.M. in International Economic Law from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Her achievements have not gone unnoticed; she has consistently been recognized as a “Rising Star” in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial law by Legal 500 since 2023.

Ultimately, Daerden’s expertise is expected to contribute significantly to Crowell & Moring’s continued ambition of expanding its corporate capabilities across Europe and globally while fostering close collaborations with clients on strategic projects. As the firm embarks on this new chapter with Daerden, clients can anticipate enhanced service offerings and unparalleled industry knowledge.

About Crowell & Moring LLP

Crowell & Moring is an international law firm with offices across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa (MENA), as well as Asia. The firm’s extensive experience across government, business, and legal sectors empowers clients to seize opportunities and provides creative solutions to complex regulatory and policy issues, litigation, transactions, and intellectual property matters. Crowell & Moring is consistently recognized for its commitment to pro bono service and comprehensive initiatives aimed at fostering professional development for all members of the Crowell community.