Piet Van Eeckhaut

Piet Van Eeckhaut is a Ghent-based law firm known for rigorous legal work across criminal and civil matters. The firm carries forward the legacy of its founder, Mr. Piet Van Eeckhaut, who pled around 100 assizes cases and instilled a culture of thorough preparation, courtroom focus, and measured judgment. Its team combines deep knowledge of law and jurisprudence with practical experience to handle complex files for both individuals and businesses.

The current partnership was formed as a maatschap in 2007 by Frank Scheerlinck and Nina Van Eeckhaut and is supported by a group of associate attorneys, bringing the team to eight lawyers. All attorneys are admitted to the Orde van Vlaamse Balies and work cohesively across practice areas that include criminal law, traffic offenses, family and youth matters, landlord-tenant disputes, disciplinary proceedings, and mental health law.

The firm’s client service is built on two core principles: the client’s interest comes first, and every mandate is pursued with maximum effort, deontological integrity, and genuine human engagement. Each case receives a tailored strategy grounded in up-to-date jurisprudence, meticulous fact development, and clear communication, ensuring clients understand their options and the path toward a practical, defensible outcome.