Jan Van der Snickt
A newly graduated law student at Ghent University (RUG) in 1993, Jan Van der Snickt began his professional career with an internship at COTTYN. He soon demonstrated a clear entrepreneurial spirit and a strong affinity for the business world. Entrepreneurship, with a strong focus on B2B, lies at the heart of his interests and expertise.
Today, Jan is recognized as a passionate and results-oriented expert in construction law, commercial law and property law. He deliberately adops adopts a multidisciplinary and strategic approach, looking beyond the purely legal framework and focusing on value creation, risk management, and sustainable solutions for his clients.
Moreover, his professional experience extends well beyond Belgium’s borders. Over the years, he has built up a solid track record in handling complex international cases and cross-border projects, working successfully with various partners within the COTTYN Network. This international focus enables him to support clients in an increasingly globalized and competitive market environment.
Studies
Ghent University: licentiate in law – 1993
Bar
Member of the Dendermonde Bar since 01/10/1993
Member of the Bratislava Bar since 2007
Expertise
Languages
- Dutch
- French
- English
Specialisms
Jan in his own words
At the office, I am known as a real workaholic. I chase up files and projects from A to Z. With clients and colleagues alike, I like to keep on top of what is happening and especially what still needs to be done.
As well as “the job” itself, I try hard to invest the necessary time in team building. I strongly believe that a satisfied employee who fits well into the bigger picture can and will function better and, in turn, assist colleagues and clients more quickly and efficiently. An annual summer barbecue, office weekend … count me in!
To stay in my speciality, a team is like a building, you start with a solid foundation and build from the ground up.
Over the years, my field of work has continually expanded to include new challenges abroad. This international experience and growth will continue to be the focus of my day-to-day activities in the future.
