About deminor NXT
Whether it concerns a small question, a complex transaction, a family-related conflict, or even an extensive search for a tailor-made solution, you can count on a hands-on and determined partner at your side. As your partner of the route, we guide you from A to Z, until the desired outcome is achieved. In doing so, we rely on our many years of experience and on a strong team of experts who share the same passion. Our achievements prove that we know what we are talking about. We give clients what they need and not necessarily what they ask for . After all, we are not mere yes-men, but determined go-getters with our hearts focused on your best interests.
Our team, your partners
Our team consists of experienced colleagues from various disciplines: lawyers, economists, financial analysts, experts in corporate governance and family businesses. Is very specific expertise needed? Then we also collaborate with several external partners.
Our approach
As experts in negotiating and protecting as well as advising shareholders, directors, investors and entrepreneurs, we do not only listen to the interests of our clients, but we also put ourselves on the other side of the table. Should a conflict nevertheless arise, we will do everything possible to avoid court proceedings. How? By turning each shareholder’s monologue into an open dialogue. We take control of the conversation and ensure that the voice of our clients is heard.
In a nutshell, we…
analyse the context and your position
engage with all parties
present an effective strategy
implement that strategy together
detail the achieved result in concrete terms
First-hand experiences
Bio-Life’s founding family underwent a major change when they sold their entire shareholding. We were fortunate to be accompanied by deminor NXT, whose financial, legal and operational advice was invaluable throughout the process. Thanks to their professional support and constant presence, we were able to approach this transition, which was initiated several years ago, in a positive and serene manner.
I highly recommend deminor NXT for any business transition or sale. Their expertise and commitment guarantee quality support every step of the way.
We had the pleasure of working with deminor NXT on a legal support assignment linked to the acquisition of a stake in a private company alongside major partners. Each stage of the assignment was carried out with professionalism and rigor. Their availability and responsiveness greatly facilitated the smooth running of the assignment.
We also particularly appreciated their in-depth technical expertise on complex legal issues, which enabled us to benefit from advice perfectly tailored to our needs.
We highly recommend deminor NXT to any company looking for a reliable, competent and responsive legal partner with high-level technical expertise.
We hadden de gelegenheid om met deminor NXT samen te werken aan een complex project dat een geavanceerde strategische aanpak en gestructureerde onderhandelingen vereiste. Vanaf het begin waardeerden we de beschikbaarheid en reactiesnelheid van hun team, dat in staat was om onze vragen te beantwoorden en hun aanbevelingen in real time aan te passen.
De aanpak van deminor NXT viel op door het gedegen advies en de strategie op maat, in lijn met de specifieke kwesties die in onze zaak speelden. Hun expertise en anticipatie op mogelijke scenario’s bleken bijzonder waardevol: het verloop van de onderhandelingen volgde grotendeels het kader en het tijdschema dat zij hadden gepland, wat getuigt van hun uitstekende beheersing van dit soort kwesties.
Een andere belangrijke troef van deminor NXT was hun vermogen om de verschillende stakeholders rond een gemeenschappelijke visie te verenigen. In ons geval ging het om het harmoniseren van de standpunten van drie partners die soms een verschillende visie hadden op de te volgen strategie. Dankzij hun steun en luisterend oor konden ze geruststellen en overtuigen, waardoor we een coherente en doeltreffende lijn in de discussies konden behouden.
Kortom, deminor NXT was een belangrijke partner in het beheer en de uitkomst van onze zaak. Hun professionaliteit, ervaring en vermogen om een complexe onderhandeling te structureren maken van hen een betrouwbare bondgenoot die we van harte aanbevelen.
We began our partnership with an initial consultancy for the creation of our Corners company, which went very smoothly and professionally. On the strength of this first positive experience, we called on the expertise of deminor NXT to formalize a large-scale and complex deal, in which, faced with the counterparty and their advice, we felt solidly supported on the legal front and reassured by their skills.
In our opinion, the young, dynamic team at deminor NXT is a real asset: it combines responsiveness, innovation and rigor, all qualities that were decisive in the success of these assignments.
Ik heb mij tot deminor NXT gewend na twijfel over het inschakelen van een bedrijfsadvocaat bij een geschil. Deze ontmoeting stelde mij teleur.
Bij deminor NXT was het contact meteen heel erg correct. Ik wist meteen dat ik aan het juiste adres was.
Veel intelligentie, scherpte, luisterbereidheid en professionalisme in één gesprek. Het zijn ongeëvenaarde specialisten die alle ins en outs kennen van het ondernemingsrecht, dat ze dagelijks beoefenen. Bovendien zijn ze ultra-reactief, denken aan alles en laten niets aan het toeval over.
Uiteindelijk hebben we veel zaken geherstructureerd en sindsdien gaat het uitstekend met het bedrijf.
Deminor NXT successfully provided buy-side support to me in the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Egmont Toys BV, a Belgian designer and international distributor of a wide range of children’s toys through own-brand collections.
I was satisfied, particularly, with the pragmatic approach of the combined, legal and financial, team. They assisted me, every step of the way, in a professional manner.
Deminor has played an important role in the decisions of the family concerning the changes to the organization chart, the structures and governance of the group, enabling the seventh generation within the family to take the lead in the future strategy of our business.
Shareholder value and the protection of shareholders are at the centre of Retail Estates’ attention. When we call upon deminor, we not only benefit from a very professional advice but we also value deminor as a particularly critical and independent sounding board.
GIMV is a listed investor granting ambitious growth capital to companies located in Belgium and neighbouring countries. We value deminor as an important business partner and stakeholder. When equity needs, management, entrepreneurs, international growth and/or innovation need to be aligned, a better and more professional governance becomes crucial in our path as institutional shareholder. For GIMV, deminor is a respected best practice opinion-leader and can help us as a direct or indirect sounding board.
E-Capital is an active and engaged investor. When we are confronted with governance or shareholders’ position issues in companies wherein we invested, deminor can help us with an independent and critical expert opinion, based on more than 20 years of experience.
Bio-Life’s founding family underwent a major change when they sold their entire shareholding. We were fortunate to be accompanied by deminor NXT, whose financial, legal and operational advice was invaluable throughout the process. Thanks to their professional support and constant presence, we were able to approach this transition, which was initiated several years ago, in a positive and serene manner.
I highly recommend deminor NXT for any business transition or sale. Their expertise and commitment guarantee quality support every step of the way.
We had the pleasure of working with deminor NXT on a legal support assignment linked to the acquisition of a stake in a private company alongside major partners. Each stage of the assignment was carried out with professionalism and rigor. Their availability and responsiveness greatly facilitated the smooth running of the assignment.
We also particularly appreciated their in-depth technical expertise on complex legal issues, which enabled us to benefit from advice perfectly tailored to our needs.
We highly recommend deminor NXT to any company looking for a reliable, competent and responsive legal partner with high-level technical expertise.
We hadden de gelegenheid om met deminor NXT samen te werken aan een complex project dat een geavanceerde strategische aanpak en gestructureerde onderhandelingen vereiste. Vanaf het begin waardeerden we de beschikbaarheid en reactiesnelheid van hun team, dat in staat was om onze vragen te beantwoorden en hun aanbevelingen in real time aan te passen.
De aanpak van deminor NXT viel op door het gedegen advies en de strategie op maat, in lijn met de specifieke kwesties die in onze zaak speelden. Hun expertise en anticipatie op mogelijke scenario’s bleken bijzonder waardevol: het verloop van de onderhandelingen volgde grotendeels het kader en het tijdschema dat zij hadden gepland, wat getuigt van hun uitstekende beheersing van dit soort kwesties.
Een andere belangrijke troef van deminor NXT was hun vermogen om de verschillende stakeholders rond een gemeenschappelijke visie te verenigen. In ons geval ging het om het harmoniseren van de standpunten van drie partners die soms een verschillende visie hadden op de te volgen strategie. Dankzij hun steun en luisterend oor konden ze geruststellen en overtuigen, waardoor we een coherente en doeltreffende lijn in de discussies konden behouden.
Kortom, deminor NXT was een belangrijke partner in het beheer en de uitkomst van onze zaak. Hun professionaliteit, ervaring en vermogen om een complexe onderhandeling te structureren maken van hen een betrouwbare bondgenoot die we van harte aanbevelen.
We began our partnership with an initial consultancy for the creation of our Corners company, which went very smoothly and professionally. On the strength of this first positive experience, we called on the expertise of deminor NXT to formalize a large-scale and complex deal, in which, faced with the counterparty and their advice, we felt solidly supported on the legal front and reassured by their skills.
In our opinion, the young, dynamic team at deminor NXT is a real asset: it combines responsiveness, innovation and rigor, all qualities that were decisive in the success of these assignments.
Ik heb mij tot deminor NXT gewend na twijfel over het inschakelen van een bedrijfsadvocaat bij een geschil. Deze ontmoeting stelde mij teleur.
Bij deminor NXT was het contact meteen heel erg correct. Ik wist meteen dat ik aan het juiste adres was.
Veel intelligentie, scherpte, luisterbereidheid en professionalisme in één gesprek. Het zijn ongeëvenaarde specialisten die alle ins en outs kennen van het ondernemingsrecht, dat ze dagelijks beoefenen. Bovendien zijn ze ultra-reactief, denken aan alles en laten niets aan het toeval over.
Uiteindelijk hebben we veel zaken geherstructureerd en sindsdien gaat het uitstekend met het bedrijf.
Deminor NXT successfully provided buy-side support to me in the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Egmont Toys BV, a Belgian designer and international distributor of a wide range of children’s toys through own-brand collections.
I was satisfied, particularly, with the pragmatic approach of the combined, legal and financial, team. They assisted me, every step of the way, in a professional manner.
To respect the confidentiality and discretion of our cases, the identity of our clients or the companies’ names cannot be disclosed. Several clients however, are willing to testify on an individual basis about their cooperation with deminor NXT in a personal interview. Interested in their story? Then feel free to send us an email using the button below.
Our values
in words
Independence
This concerns the core of our identity. We are completely independent of external influences and determine our own direction. That way we can stand up for any party.
Dignity
We believe that every party should be treated with respect and left in its dignity. Business reality goes in harmony with human reality. Therefore, at deminor NXT, injustice is fought with vigour.
Responsibility
We take responsibility towards our customers and employees. In this way, we feel responsible for the consequences of our actions and don’t leave anyone behind when the going gets tough. We only defend positions that are in line with our own values and are willing to convince our customers of this.
Milestones in our history
At Deminor Shareholder & Governance Services hebben, we have always believed that tradition and innovation are in balance. Therefore, after years of building on the rich history of the Deminor brand, we decided to bring a breath of fresh air to our brand. From a broader perspective, as deminor NXT, we offer a stronger service package with more options.
While respecting the past, we are now looking to the future.
– Bernard Thuysbaert, CEO
Deminor was founded by Eric Coppieters and the Deficom Group (then renamed Definance), a listed Belgian private equity investor. The launch of the first activities in Belgium related to listed and privately owned companies.
He mainly focuses on the Flemish market. In addition, Deminor also starts its first activities outside the country’s borders, in France.
Private and institutional investors receive a nice premium in the context of the controversial takeover of the Belgian group Wagons-Lits by the French Accor.
New offices are established in France (1995), the Netherlands (1997), Italy (1998) and Switzerland (2002).
Deminor Recovery Services is set up as a separate division to help companies and investors monetise their legal claims.
The historical Shareholder & Governance Services business will continue in a new, Belgian company called Deminor NV.
This is done by Erik Bomans, Charles Demoulin and Edouard Fremault. It also gets a separate website and grows internationally, by opening offices in Luxembourg, London and New York.
They act as a sounding board for Deminor’s executive partners.
This is done under the new trade name ‘Deminor Litigation Funding’ and is growing exponentially with offices in Luxembourg, Brussels, London, New York, Milan, Hamburg, Madrid and Hong Kong.
This is done to guide within start-ups to professionalise their organisation and raise capital under the best legal, governance and financial conditions.
Deminor Litigation Funding successfully completes €40 million financing, supporting its ambitious business plan.
An ‘Executive Committee’ is set up. Bernard Thuysbaert is appointed as the Chief Executing Officer (CEO).
With a new name, different corporate identity and stronger service package, deminor NXT decides to bring a breath of fresh air to its brand and separates itself completely from Deminor Litigation Funding.
Deminor was founded by Eric Coppieters and the Deficom Group (then renamed Definance), a listed Belgian private equity investor. The launch of the first activities in Belgium related to listed and privately owned companies.
He mainly focuses on the Flemish market. In addition, Deminor also starts its first activities outside the country’s borders, in France.
Private and institutional investors receive a nice premium in the context of the controversial takeover of the Belgian group Wagons-Lits by the French Accor.
New offices are established in France (1995), the Netherlands (1997), Italy (1998) and Switzerland (2002).
Get in touch
Do not hesitate to send us a message: we are happy to listen to your questions and will do our utmost to answer it quickly and comprehensively. You can also choose to visit us in person in Brussels, Ghent or Antwerp. If necessary, we will put you in touch with the right experts.