Benijts / Paul is a long-standing Belgian law firm based in Herentals, specializing in family law and related matters. Led by Paul Benijts, the team brings deep experience in divorce, matrimonial property settlements, and youth law, with a track record of practical, results-oriented advice. The firm is known for its client-centered approach and its commitment to resolving disputes efficiently and with empathy, often preferring negotiated solutions outside the courtroom when possible.

Paul Benijts has built a respected family law practice since founding his own office in 1978. The firm emphasizes clear, realistic guidance and a balanced cost-benefit analysis, ensuring clients understand options and potential outcomes. When appropriate, the team pursues mediation and other non-litigious paths, while remaining prepared to advocate vigorously in court to protect clients' interests.

The practice at Benijts / Paul extends to Employment & Labor, Real Estate and Insurance matters, supporting clients with practical, tailored advice. The firm brings a collaborative working style and direct communication to complex issues, enabling clients to navigate consequences effectively and reach favorable resolutions.

About Benijts / Paul

Founded in 1978

10 people in their team


Practice areas
Family
Employment & Labor
Real Estate
Insurance

Languages spoken
English

Social media

ASK A FREE QUESTION

Free • Anonymous • Expert Lawyers

Need Personal Legal Help?

Connect with experienced lawyers in your area for personalized advice on your specific situation.

No obligation to hire. 100% free service.

Practice areas

Family

Benijts / Paul specializes in Family law with emphasis on divorces, matrimonial property settlements and the distribution of estates, as well as youth rights. The firm delivers guidance that blends empathy with a practical, down-to-earth legal strategy, prioritizing mediation and negotiated settlements when possible and turning to court only when necessary to protect clients' interests.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Employment & Labor

Benijts / Paul provides counsel on Employment & Labor matters including contracts, disciplinary actions, terminations, and related disputes. The firm emphasizes pragmatic solutions outside the courtroom where appropriate, and supports clients through negotiation and, where needed, litigation, drawing on its longstanding experience in Belgian employment law.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Real Estate

Benijts / Paul handles Real Estate matters including tenancy disputes, lease agreements, evictions, and other property related issues. The firm emphasizes practical, client-centered advice and aims to resolve disputes out of court when possible, with readiness to litigate when required to protect clients' property rights.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Insurance

Benijts / Paul represents clients in Insurance disputes and claims, guiding clients through coverage issues, claim denials, and related litigation. The firm provides careful evaluation of coverage and risk, and uses negotiation and litigation to secure fair outcomes for clients.
Bad Faith Insurance
Health insurance
Insurance Defense
Insurance Fraud
Life Insurance
Marine Insurance
Property Insurance
Reinsurance