Field trip: Cleary Gottlieb Brussels — The entrepreneur, legally
When does “going with the flow” or “we’ll see as we go” stop for an entrepreneur? I mean, it can go on forever if you like, but what about legally? 🥸
As entrepreneurs, you put your heart and passion into your business, but sometimes you need legal support to get things done and actually start selling your products or services. To support our #SheCommunity in this aspect, we’re organizing an inspiring field trip to the Brussels-based legal office Cleary Gottlieb! It will be a day filled with opportunities to settle your legal matters, ask any outstanding questions, and leave the legally stronger. Endless possibilities to take your business to the next level.
The day is divided into different sessions where the lawyers will share their expertise (corporate law, commercial contracts, intellectual property, and data protection) and listen to your legal concerns in a speed-dating format. You’ll be pitching/presenting your business with your questions and -hopefully- be helped further along by their lawyers. Don’t miss your chance, ladies!
đź’ About Cleary Gottlieb:
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton’s Brussels office is a key hub for the firm’s global legal practice, especially in the areas of EU competition law and regulatory matters. Established in 1960, it was one of the first U.S. law firms to open in Brussels, making it a pioneer in the European legal market. The Brussels office is well-regarded for its expertise in antitrust, state aid, trade law, and mergers & acquisitions, often representing major multinational corporations and sovereign states in high-profile cases before the European Commission and EU courts.
The Brussels team works closely with Cleary’s other international offices, providing seamless legal services across jurisdictions. Its location allows the firm to handle complex cross-border regulatory and competition matters, particularly those involving EU institutions. The Brussels office is known for its deep understanding of the European legal landscape, regularly advising clients on compliance with EU regulations and navigating the intricacies of European law.
✨ What we have planned for you:
| 9:30 – 10:00 | Arrivals at Brussels and breakfast |
| 10:00 – 11:00 | (1) Introduction of Cleary Gottlieb (2) Short keynotes by their lawyers about: – Corporate law: how to set up a company, which kind to choose,.. – Commercial contracts: what is a contract, do’s & don’ts – Intellectual property: how to protect your ideas and products – Data protection: how to handle personal information and law regulations – Presentation & Pitch skills |
| 11:00 – 12:00 | Make your pitch: preperations |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch together |
| 13:00 – 13:30 | Setting up the business fair/pitch |
| 13:30 – 15:00 | Pitch sessions by our womenpreneurs: – Speeddating – Q&A |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Networking tea |
❗️ Practical details:
– Free admission with limited spots! First come, first serve
– Fluency in English is a must
– Delicious lunch included
– Independent travel to Brussels (Wetstraat 57, 1040 Brussel)
Secure your spot now & let’s make memories, connections, and elevate each other.