Defenso Association d'avocats is a multidisciplinary practice serving clients across Belgium and Paris under the DBB Defenso banner. The firm operates through 10 offices in Wallonia, Brussels, and Paris and is staffed by a team of approximately 53 lawyers, allowing it to field dedicated practitioners for both advisory and contentious matters.

The firm’s trajectory includes a significant 2018 combination of the DBB and Defenso teams, which broadened its bench across core areas such as criminal law, civil liability, private client and tax, corporate transactions, and dispute resolution including arbitration and mediation. This integrated platform supports entrepreneurs, individuals, and public bodies with coordinated, cross office service.

Client service is defined by clear communication, quick mobilization in urgent proceedings, and practical, business oriented advice. A multilingual team and a commitment to continuous professional training underpin delivery, while the firm’s structured sustainability and community initiatives reflect a modern approach to legal practice and stakeholder responsibility.

About Defenso Association d'avocats

Founded in 2013

53 people in their team


Practice areas
Lawsuits & Disputes
Business
Criminal Defense
Accidents & Injuries
Private Client
Corporate & Commercial

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Lawsuits & Disputes

The practice represents clients in commercial and civil disputes before courts and in arbitration or mediation. The team evaluates merits and evidence at the outset, sets procedural strategy, seeks cost effective negotiated outcomes where possible, and litigates forcefully when necessary.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Business

Professional legal services in Business.
Accounting & Auditing
Communications & Media Law
Employer
Health Care
International
Legal Document
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Tax
FDA Law

Criminal Defense

The firm defends individuals and companies in investigations and prosecutions, from police interviews to trial and appeal. Its lawyers move quickly to protect rights, assess evidence, negotiate with authorities when appropriate, and build courtroom strategies tailored to the facts and risks of each case.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

Accidents & Injuries

The team handles civil liability and personal injury matters arising from traffic collisions, workplace incidents, product defects, and other harmful events. They quantify damages, coordinate expert assessments, navigate insurance negotiations, and pursue or defend claims to secure fair compensation.

Private Client

Defenso Association d'avocats advises on tax efficient wealth planning, inheritance and gifts, and the administration of estates. The lawyers prepare tailored instruments, manage cross border issues, and represent heirs in contested proceedings to safeguard family assets and intentions.

Corporate & Commercial

The firm assists entrepreneurs and companies with incorporations, governance, and share or asset deals, including buyouts of shares. Counsel covers contract drafting and negotiation, compliance, and day to day business queries so that transactions are executed efficiently and risks are managed early.

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