Legal 500
Within our Banking, Finance and Capital Markets practice, Lydian is ranked in Tier 3. Tom Geudens was ranked as a "leading individual".
The ‘responsive‘ and ‘knowledgeable‘ team at Lydian focuses on asset-based lending and acquisition finance transactions, working primarily with domestic borrowers on Belgian-based mandates, and international lenders on international arrangements, The firm also regularly receives referrals from major US and global law firms as Belgian law counsel for complex multi-jurisdictional arrangements. The ‘exceptional‘ Tom Geudens heads up the team, combining corporate lending experience with work on project financing, loan restructuring, and financial services regulatory issues.
Testimonials from peers and/or clients
‘The team led by Tom Geudens has assisted us in a complex acquisition finance transaction concerning both Dutch and Belgian entities and several layers of financing. Lydian expertly advised on and assisted with structuring the financing in relation to the Belgian entities, while negotiating the documentation with opposing counsel, and navigating the local governmental requirements. Tom’s team is practical, efficient and very pleasant to work with.’
‘A great team delivering timely and client-friendly advice. Always a pleasure to work with and always my preferred choice in relation to any banking/ finance matters in Belgium.’
‘Tom Geudens is exceptional. His knowledge of the area is first-rate – and his responsiveness and availability are always appreciated. A brilliant ability to communicate complex ideas in a manner which is easy to understand.’
‘Tom Geudens and his team are excellent.’
‘Very reactive, very professional, available when needed, excellent quality of expertise in financing.’
‘Tom Geudens knows his market very well, his advice is always deal oriented but highly technical.’
‘Tom Guedens went above and beyond to advise and deliver.’
‘The team were responsive and clearly knowledgeable about their practice area.’