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Pauline Devos

Partner

‘In recent years, I have experienced the true value of acting as a sparring partner.’

Pauline loves the multitude of clients she works with. The cases she loves to get stuck into the most are those involving companies with physical products and processes. From manufacturing businesses to logistics companies, and from traditional SMEs to big industrial movers, she adapts to different sectors without so much as a hitch.

Even so, there is one type of company that Pauline has a soft spot for. ‘I just love the dynamics at family businesses’, Pauline says. ‘You need to immerse yourself in the culture and get to grips with the emotional and generational aspects.’

In short, Pauline is an excellent sparring partner for entrepreneurs. ‘Entrepreneurs usually know exactly where they want to go, but are not entirely sure which path they need to take to get there. I like to challenge them, but the main thing I do is give them the structure they need to facilitate that journey.’ A trait that comes in handy in complex acquisition and investment cases.

Pauline always communicates clearly what parties can and should expect from each other. ‘As a lawyer, I like to know all the ins and outs of ongoing cases. I really get to the bottom of every case. Any unknown factor is a risk you can avoid.’

As a partner at Four & Five, Pauline focuses on all aspects of service. Lawyers are trained to pay attention to every last detail: every clause and every comma could make a difference. ‘You’ve got to apply that same precision to the customer experience clients get at Four & Five,’ according to Pauline. ‘From the initial phone call to any aftercare they may need: the fine detail of these interactions matters just as much as the fine detail in legal documents.

What you need to know about Pauline:

  • Pauline obtained her Master of Laws at KU Leuven with a specialisation in economic law, and took a postgraduate degree in international business law at Paris-Pantheon-Assas University.
  • She amassed five years of experience at Cresco Business Law before making the switch to Four & Five.
  • Pauline specialises in corporate law and has a particular fondness for family businesses.
  • Pauline has a keen eye for detail, not only in legal case files, but in her contact with clients too. This is something she and the marketing team are absolutely committed to.