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Public sector > Planning and environment
Dentons' environmental and planning law practice is particularly experienced in product-related environmental law and packaging law and advises a large number of commercial and industrial companies. Clients also benefit from the team's cross-border expertise in waste law. Practice head Ilka Mehdorn regularly assists with environmental requirements for products, such as the European regulations on WEEE, RoHS and REACH/CLP.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Good partnership, positive vibe, broad professional competence.’
‘Ilka Mehdorn: Trusting, reliable – always on hand, fast and efficient, thinks in the interests of the company, excellent specialist knowledge, highly motivated and committed, conscientious, well thought out.‘
Key clients
DPG Deutsche Pfandsystem GmbH
Stiftung Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister
TEDi GmbH & Co. KG
Work highlights
- Advice to the central office for the packaging register on the development and further development of an implementation concept for the single-use plastics directive for a total of eight associations that represent the entire German industry and trade.
- Advice on packaging law to DPG Deutsche Pfandsystem GmbH since its foundation, last year including advice on the implementation of the requirements of the 2nd amendment to the Packaging Act (product-related environmental law).
- Regular advice to an international consumer goods group on waste and packaging law issues.
Public sector > Public procurement Tier 1
Dentons acts for both bidders and contracting authorities and advises on the whole array of national and European public procurement law as well as on public procurement law of international organizations; the team has industry expertise in the healthcare, transport, defense and security sectors. Andreas Haak acts with a focus on large IT and digitisation projects, Christian Miercke has extensive experience in drafting contracts for infrastructure projects, especially with regards to critical infrastructures, and Peter Braun is a much sought-after contact for compliance issues and tender exclusions. Wolfram Krohn has longstanding experience in both public-private partnerships and litigation.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Good cooperation. Always reliable. If a person is not available, a competent replacement will be sent instead.’
‘Peter Braun and Christian Miercke: Both are characterized by a very high level of competence in procurement law. In addition, they know how to strike the right note both in dealing with clients and the courts – objectively and to the point without “riotous briefs” as is the case with some other colleagues.’
‘Quick accessibility, cover a wide range of relevant topics, short decision-making processes.’
‘Peter Braun: An extremely competent and experienced specialist who uses his expertise to find practical solutions. His advice is always tailored to the specific application in practice and does not require any readjustment. Personal contact with him is very pleasant and friendly. He also regularly enables a quick response to urgent inquiries. Extraordinary good!’
‘Very well coordinated team – very high professional competence, very approachable, very easy to reach.’
‘The Dentons team is characterized by a high level of reliability, friendliness, punctuality and, last but not least, a high level of qualification. Dentons is particularly characterized by their willingness to familiarize themselves with topics in a meticulous and market-oriented manner.’
‘Wolfram Krohn: The collaboration is fantastic – he is exceptionally knowledgeable, very responsive, flexible and willing to adapt to clients’ needs. Interactions with him are insightful, his questions are considered, and his responses demonstrate a rare combination of legal expertise and an understanding of practical business considerations.’
‘They are very good at making things understandable to non-lawyers and are also characterized by a high level of availability and absolute reliability and integrity.’
Key clients
Bundesministerium des Innern, für Bau und Heimat
Roche Diagnostics GmbH
ALBA Group
govdigital eG
Deutsche Bahn AG / DB Regio
Deutsche Post AG und DHL Solutions GmbH
IBM Deutschland GmbH
Duisburger Hafen AG (duisport)
Landesbetrieb IT.NRW
Prosoz Herten GmbH
KfW Entwicklungsbank
Private Univeristät Witten Herdecke
Stiftung Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister
LMBV
Optimal Systems Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH Konstanz
ABL social federation GmbH
SAS Institute GmbH
Yunex GmbH
Jacobs Ltd.
SVA System Vertrieb Alexander GmbH
Schnorrenberg Chirurgiemechanik GmbH (mittlerweile umfirmiert in Medworx GmbH)
Roeser Medical GmbH (Konzerngesellschaft der Sana Kliniken AG)
Kreis Viersen / Wirtschaftsförderungsgesellschaft Kreis Viersen mbH (WFG)
Zweckverband Kommunales Rechenzentrum Niederrhein (KRZN)
Sana Klinik Service GmbH
Universität des Saarlandes
Fachhochschule Erfurt
Deutsches Weininstitut GmbH
Wirtschafts- und Infrastrukturbank des Landes Hessen (WIBank)
Fujitsu
WISAG Gruppe
Stadler
Ministerium für Landwirtschaft, Umwelt und Klimaschutz des Landes Brandenburg
IHK Gesellschaft für Informationsverarbeitung mbH (IHK-GfI)
Bundesverband Breitbandkommunikation e.V.
Facharzt für Klinische Mikrobiologie und Hygiene Tyrolpath Obrist Brunhuber GmbH
Vattenfall Eurofiber GmbH
adesso SE
Work highlights
- Advising the Federal Ministry of the Interior and Homeland on procurement and contract law issues pertaining to a complex large-scale project concerning the IT consolidation of the federal government with a special focus on national security interests and IT security.
- Advising Roche Diagnostics GmbH on the participation in Europe-wide award procedures in the field of laboratory diagnostics and blood sugar measurement as well as representation in several review procedures. Advice on the award of large-volume framework contracts for rapid antigen tests by German federal states.
- Advising and representing DB Regio as a party involved in the SPNV review proceedings of Die Länderbahn GmbH (DLB, Netinera Group) against the state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania for the award of a 15-year SPNV contract for the electric and hybrid network Warnow II.
Restructuring and insolvency > Restructuring Tier 1
Dentons comprehensively advises on restructuring, reorganisation and insolvency and is led by Arne Friel and Andreas Ziegenhagen; Ziegenhagen regularly assumes the role of general representative in self-administration proceedings and is renowned for his experience in trusteeships. Due to his multiple qualifications as restructuring lawyer, auditor and tax consultant, he is also well versed in tax-related matters of distressed company transactions and in accounting law. Like Holger Ellers, Friel focuses on corporate law and support for cross-border distressed M&A transactions. Dirk Schoene has particular experience in self-administration, including protective shield proceedings, and Daniel Fritz regularly assists with the in and out-of-court enforcement of and defence against claims. Jan Seelinger (in addition to restructuring also M&A and corporate law) was appointed partner in April 2022.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Well networked, experienced, good business understanding.’
‘Andreas Ziegenhagen: Well known and well connected in the restructuring scene.’
‘Very well-founded and pragmatic legal advice.’
‘Dr. Arne Friel and Dr. Holger Ellers: Very sound and pragmatic legal advice.’
‘Efficient, well coordinated team, international network.’
‘Holger Ellers and Andreas Ziegenhagen – to the point.’
‘Great professional and personal breadth with great expertise in various product types.’
‘Andreas Ziegenhagen is extremely experienced, knowledgeable and a good negotiator.’
Key clients
Clean Garant Gebäudereinigung Dr. Winkler GmbH
Helios
STEAG Schuldscheingläubiger
IFA Schuldscheingläubiger
Brandl Industries
Benteler Schuldscheingläubiger
Astaris Capital Management und andere Anleihegläubiger der TUI AG
Delticom AG
Grillo Schuldscheingläubiger
Harz-Metall GmbH
Hubergroup Schuldscheingläubiger
Mobisol
Recylex Group
Wealth Option Trust Ltd.
Weser-Metall GmbH
E.I.M.G. GmbH & Co. Installationstechnik KG (E.I.M.G.)
Anleihegläubiger der Projektgesellschaften der Green City Gruppe
HUF Schuldscheingläubiger
Air Berlin
DIHAG Holding GmbH
Dradura Holding GmbH & Co KG
Lilabäcker
Losberger de Boer
Nanogate Schuldscheingläubiger
Paracelsus-Kliniken
PROKON Regenerative Energien eG
Sammode
Stadtbäckerei Münster Limberg GmbH
Treveria F S.à r.l.
EMT Ingenieurgesellschaft Dipl.-Ing. Hartmut Euer mbH
Europäische Kommission
Work highlights
- Advising the promissory note creditors of the automotive supplier Benteler on the successful development of a comprehensive financing concept in connection with the restructuring of the automotive supplier. Simultaneously advising the sponsors on the restructuring of Benteler’s existing euro trade receivables securitization (ABCP) program.
- Advising Helios Kliniken GmbH on the acquisition of DRK Nordhessen Gemeinnützige GmbH. Prevention of insolvency of the clinics through the conclusion of the purchase agreement between Helios and the shareholders of the DRK-Kliniken Nordhessen.
- Advising Mobisol on the takeover by the French energy supplier ENGIE.
Industry focus > Energy Tier 2
Dentons focuses on project work and advising financial investors on M&A transactions in the renewable energy sector, including the conventional energy industry as well as the prominent hydrogen sector. This focus is also reflected in the capacities of the team, led by practice head Thomas Schubert (corporate and M&A), which includes Thomas Dörmer, Tim Heitling and Michael Krömker (all comprehensively advise on sector-specific transactions); this combined expertise also benefits clients in matters pertaining to the digitisation of the energy sector. The team also offers industry expertise in the telecoms as well as waste management industry, where it is regularly instructed by financial investors. This is complemented by regulatory expertise in energy contract law, emissions trading, compliance and ESG. The key contacts here are Gabriele Haas in Frankfurt and Florian-Alexander Wesche in Düsseldorf.Practice head(s):
Thomas Schubert
Other key lawyers:
Tim Heitling; Thomas Dörmer; Florian-Alexander Wesche; Michael Krömker; Gabriele Haas; Josef Hainz; Daniel Neudecker
Testimonials
‘Florian-Alexander Wesche is always quick on the subject and has a good understanding of energy law issues.’
‘The Dentons team is technically excellent and is particularly characterized by an entrepreneurial and pragmatic way of working.’
‘All legal risks are pointed out, so that a trusting relationship has developed. In addition, it is noticeable that the coordination works extraordinarily well.’
‘Tim Heitling is fully committed to bringing a transaction to a successful conclusion. In addition, he manages to explain complex issues in an understandable way and thinks outside the box. I can wholeheartedly recommend him.’
‘Thomas Dörmer is excellent at negotiating SPAs. He adapts excellently to the wishes of the client and is available at all times for coordination and negotiations.’
‘Tim Heitling is an excellent lawyer and a pleasure to work with. He impresses with his specialist knowledge and high level of practical relevance.’
‘Thomas Schubert: professionalism, availability and commitment; entrepreneurial thinking with and for the client.’
‘Florian-Alexander Wesche: Extensive understanding of the energy industry, especially in the areas of trading and metering.’
Key clients
ARLANXEO
Commerz Real
Daimler
Enersis
Infracapital
Intermediate Capital Group (ICG)
Mainsite
MVR (Stadtreinigung Hamburg)
Q-Energy
Solandeo
STEAG
Volkswagen
Work highlights
- Advising Q-Energy on the acquisition of a portfolio of 16 wind farms in Germany from MEAG. The transaction includes a total of 56 wind turbines in northern Germany with an installed capacity of 109 MW.
- Comprehensive antitrust and merger control law advice to Volkswagen on the establishment of a joint venture with the Italian energy supplier Enel X to set up the charging infrastructure network in Italy.
- Advising the technology company Solandeo on a further round of financing, in which, among others, the Oldenburg energy supplier EWE AG is taking a stake in the company as a new minority shareholder, and on the conclusion of cooperation agreements with leading energy suppliers.
Public sector > State aid Tier 2
The Dentons team, which is well connected throughout Europe, offers comprehensive expertise in state aid law and represents companies from the transport, telecommunications, finance and infrastructure sectors not only in proceedings before national authorities, but also before European courts. The examination of state aid aspects of M&A transactions is covered as routinely as public-private partnerships. Andreas Haak, who covers the interface of state aid and public procurement law and is experienced in the infrastructure sector, has extensive expertise in representing authorities as well as companies and jointly heads the public sector group with Ilka Mehdorn (product-related environmental law and medical law).Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Very good and collegial cooperation with Dr. Matthias Nordmann and his team. Also a very good exchange about specific cases.’
‘Matthias Nordmann: A highly valued colleague with proven expertise in EU state aid law.’
Key clients
Bundesministerium des Innern, für Bau und Heimat (BMI)
Duisburger Hafen AG
Landesbetrieb IT.NRW
logport Ruhr GmbH
EFN Eifel-Net Internet-Provider GmbH
NeXovation Inc.
Volotea
Wacker Chemie
Work highlights
- Successfully representing NeXovation before the European Court of Justice, which requires a review of the European Commission’s 2014 decision that made the sale of the Nürburgring assets to the Capricorn Group lawful.
- Representation of Duisburger Hafen AG in review proceedings at the court in Maastricht due to deficiencies in state aid and public procurement law.
- Comprehensive advice to Spanish airline Volotea on a Commission recovery decision of 29 July 2016.
Trade and distribution > Foreign trade law Tier 2
Dentons comprehensively advises on all foreign trade law matters, including due diligence and human rights-focused risk management. Export controls and sanctions, compliance and self-reporting as well as subsequent criminal and administrative fine proceedings are further key competencies of the team, which also covers customs and product law issues. Julia Pfeil specialises in export control, sanctions and embargoes and jointly heads the practice with trade compliance expert Andreas Haak. Maria Brakalova regularly accompanies transactions in connection with foreign trade regulations of foreign investments as well as EU and US sanctions and export control law. Clients from the energy, medical, real estate and manufacturing sector benefit from Gabriele Haas ' expertise in sanctions-related risks and money laundering, while Clemens Maschke covers Iran and China-related compliance and foreign trade law issues.Practice head(s):
Andreas Haak; Julia Pfeil
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Testimonials
‘The Dentons team is well coordinated. The requested topics are delivered in a concrete and practical way.’
‘Maria Brakalova is characterized by the highest level of professional competence. She processes our request promptly and sends the answers in a form that non-lawyers can find their way around, i.e. practical and understandable. The teamwork with her colleagues – also externally – is good.’
Key clients
5NPlus Inc.
Aves One
Bundesministerium des Innern, für Bau und Heimat (BMI)
CAS Scientific Instruments Holdings Co., Ltd.
Duisburger Hafen AG (duisport)
Fr. Lürssen Werft GmbH & Co. KG
Gesellschafter der ancosys GmbH
Ionity
Sanden Holdings Corporation
SHOWA DENKO-Gesellschaften in Deutschland
SMS group GmbH
Solvay (früher Cytec)
Yonsung Group
Work highlights
- Advising the SMS Group on individual sanctions regimes under EU and US law, including reviewing and drafting sanctions clauses in contracts, as well as strategic advice on the further development of internal export control compliance.
- Advice on antitrust and investment control law to the charging network operator Ionity and its shareholders Audi, BMW, Daimler, Ford, Hyundai and Porsche in connection with the investment by the asset manager BlackRock.
- Advising Canadian 5NPlus Inc. on the planned acquisition of AZUR Space Solar Power GmbH against the background of changes in foreign trade regulations on investment controls in certain sectors and in relation to certain key technologies.
Germany > Antitrust Tier 3
In the antitrust sphere, Dentons impresses with industry expertise in the energy, media, technology and automotive sectors and, in close cooperation with its own litigation team, also accompanies antitrust proceedings including damages and merger control proceedings in Germany and Europe. The management duo operates from two locations: in Düsseldorf, Florian Wiesner is well versed in antitrust-compliant contract design and antitrust compliance, while René Grafunder in the Frankfurt office has extensive expertise in representing companies in antitrust, abuse and merger control proceedings. The head of the global competition and antitrust practice group Jörg Karenfort is active in litigation at EU level. Johanna Redlefsen, who is experienced in antitrust proceedings and previously worked at Hengeler Mueller, joined the Berlin team as counsel, while the office also welcomed Maren Tamke as partner in June 2022; she came from Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and specialises in antitrust matters in the tech and e-commerce sectors.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Dentons is very strong in antitrust. The team is also very innovative and particularly outstanding and innovative in projects involving many jurisdictions.’
‘Extensive experience and knowledge of industry specifics in the antitrust area. Good practical experience.’
‘Excellent assistance in antitrust proceedings.’
‘René Grafunder: Perfect communication; first class advice; just great!’
Key clients
Bundesverband deutscher Banken
Audi / Lufthansa
Munich RE / EDF
Porsche
Yamaha
Volkswagen AG /CARIAD
IONITY, BMW, Daimler, Ford, Porsche und Hyundai
Silgan
EFN Eifel-Net Internet Provider GmbH
Merck KGaA
Yonsung Group
Stiftung Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister
OTTO Group
5NPlus Inc.
DPG Deutsche Pfandsystem GmbH
Gesellschafter der ancosys GmbH
Aeroground München
Hensoldt
Victoria’s Secret
Wacker Chemie AG
Gothaer Finanzholding AG
Work highlights
- Comprehensive antitrust and merger control law advice to Volkswagen AG, including on the establishment of joint ventures with Enel X and Brose and on the acquisition of the automotive business of Intenta GmbH by CARIAD, the software division of the Volkswagen Group.
- Advising Yamaha Music on investigations by antitrust authorities in Germany, Great Britain and Poland into previous price maintenance cases.
- Comprehensive antitrust and merger control law advice to Porsche on the establishment of two joint ventures with the Dutch Pon Holdings and on the investment in the e-bike manufacturer Fazua.
Capital markets > Structured finance and securitisation Tier 3
Recently, Dentons has been particularly active in real estate financing-related matters, although practice head Arne Klüwer and his team also regularly oversee the expansion and restructuring of securitization programs, securitization, loan and leasing receivables transactions as well as secured promissory note loans. Financial institutions, payment services providers, investment funds, investors and companies make up the client base that also benefits from the group's cooperation with other locations, particularly in the context of international transactions.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Matthias Eggert; Verena Etzel
Key clients
Deutsche Bank
UniCredit Bank
Barclays Bank
Hamburg Commercial Bank AG / Smart Fact S.A.
Matthews International Incorporation
UniCredit Bank AG
Deutsche Bank AG
EU Malaria Fonds Berlin Managementgesellschaft mbH (EUMF)
Barclays Bank plc
Wilmington Trust SP Services (Frankfurt) GmbH
Work highlights
- Advising Deutsche Bank AG as arranger of financing and the underlying documentation for the acquisition of the former Dresdner Bank office tower in Frankfurt’s Bahnhofsviertel, which is currently used by Deutsche Bahn AG, as well as on the documentation of subsequent changes and an associated increase in the financing amount.
- Comprehensive advice to UniCredit as sole drafting counsel on the significant expansion of the securitization of trade receivables of Helm AG, which was first documented in 2020.
- Further advice to Hamburg Commercial Bank AG on the Smart Fact program and the expansion of their newly created leasing financing platform through several transactions.
Compliance Tier 3
Integrated into the global network, Dentons‘ compliance team assists with all aspects of compliance management systems and advises across several industries on money laundering prevention, capital market-related compliance and interfacing data protection and tax law issues. The team is well versed in ESG matters, whistleblower protection and supply chain due diligence, while cross-border matters are covered thanks to the international network. The team is led by Christian Schefold, who is experienced in data protection, money laundering and fraud prevention, and Judith Aron, who regularly advises on cross-border mandates; Aron also co-heads the European compliance practice. Peter Braun advises on compliance issues pertaining to award bans by international financial institutions and Gabriele Haas is a key contact for corporate governance. Josef Hainz and René Grafunder are well versed in antitrust compliance.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Large integrated and experienced practice. ‘
‘Josef Hainz – excellent antitrust lawyer – many years of experience in handling complex cases .’
‘ Excellent advice; very knowledgeable and helpful; always with a pragmatic approach .’
‘René Grafunder: Excellent support, couldn’t be better! ‘
Key clients
CherryHUB
Fresenius Medical Care
Gothaer Finanzholding AG
Jacobs UK Ltd.; Jacobs GmbH
Volkswagen AG
Yamaha Music
AKA Ausfuhrkredit-Gesellschaft mbH
European Export and Trade Bank
Amazon Europe Services
IT.NRW
PUMA SE
Vivy GmbH (Allianz Group)
Honeywell International Inc.
Erwin Hymer Group SE
Work highlights
- Advising Volkswagen AG on updating the Directive (EU) 2019/1937 following the international introduction of a central whistleblower hotline in 91 jurisdictions as well as support in updating the central business partner due diligence procedure in 107 jurisdictions.
- Advice to a listed chemical company on internal guidelines regarding whistleblowing and case handling advice as well as advice on the effective expansion of the compliance management system, taking into account the risk profile.
- Advising an international manufacturer of medical devices after the World Bank issued an award ban. Representing the company before the EU Commission, the EBRD and the national authorities, each defending against a national award ban.
Industry focus > Healthcare and life sciences Tier 3
Dentons ‘ healthcare and life sciences practice focuses on the central pillars corporate law and M&A as well as regulatory matters. The team also covers issues at the interface with public procurement, employment and insolvency law, where the team regularly cooperates with the respective teams. Practice head Christof Kautzsch specialises in transactions in the hospital sector, including restructurings and privatisations, while the head of the German life sciences and European cannabis group, Peter Homberg, advises on M&A as well as regulatory and compliance issues. The medical law specialist Ilka Mehdorn co-heads both the European life sciences regulatory group as well as the German public sector practice. She is a key contact for regulatory issues such as contracts with regulatory aspects, social data protection, arbitration and court proceedings related to social law and compliance. The client base includes small, innovative pharmaceutical manufacturers, hospital associations, financial investors and research institutes.Practice head(s):
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Key clients
AMEOS Gruppe
BG Kliniken
BG Kliniken Ludwigshafen und Tübingen gGmbH / BG Kliniken – Klinikverbund der gesetzlichen Unfallversicherung gGmbH
COLDPLASMATECH GmbH
EU Malaria Fund
Fresenius Medical Care
GH Research Ltd.
Helios
Kaia Health
Landesbetrieb IT.NRW
Nauta Capital
numares AG
Roche Diagnostics GmbH
Velvio GmbH
Vesalius Biocapital III Partners Sàrl
Work highlights
- Advising the Swiss AMEOS Group on the takeover of Sana Kliniken Ostholstein GmbH (SKO). Advice on the spin-off and transfer of four hospital locations and service facilities as part of a mixed share and asset deal from one group structure to another.
- Representing a Chinese API manufacturer in a multinational arbitration against a global pharmaceutical company regarding claims of at least €100 million related to a product recall.
- Advising the biopharmaceutical company GH Research on its IPO on the US technology exchange NASDAQ.
Industry focus > Telecoms Tier 3
Dentons ‘ team offers combined expertise in corporate/M&A, procurement law, regulatory matters as well as contract, administrative and state aid law. This full-service approach covers traditional telecommunications law issues and also includes advice to TC providers on joint ventures with companies from other sectors. Noteworty is the advice on autonomous driving, machine-to-machine communication and the Internet of Things as well as the expertise in infrastructure-related M&A transactions.Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Very good specialist knowledge, but also very good personal cooperation with all partners and associates with whom we have had contact up to now.’
‘The focus is on the client and the solution to the problem.’
‘Cooperation across the individual departments and locations in order to provide optimal advice and still only have one (!) contact person.’
‘Dr. Christian Miercke: Very broad experience in the field of telecommunications. Well-founded specialist knowledge and excellent legal knowledge. Very fast response times and very well-founded legal assessments, even at short notice. We recommend Dr. Miercke regularly and always receive very positive feedback on the mandates taken on.’
Key clients
Deutsche Telekom AG
Vattenfall Eurofiber GmbH
Tata Communications
Intermediate Capital Group (ICG)
Infracapital Partners Fund
YPLAY Germany GmbH
EFN Eifel-Net Internet-Provider GmbH
Bundesverband Breitbandkommunikation e.V.
Stadtwerke Hürth AöR
Penta Infra
Work highlights
- Advice on foreign trade law to Deutsche Telekom AG in the course of the acquisition of 45 million T-Mobile US shares from the Japanese conglomerate Softbank.
- Advising a foreign robotics company on the product launch of robotic lawn mowers with the help of satellite navigation in Germany, including the examination of telecommunications legal requirements and representation before the Federal Network Agency in proceedings to clarify whether the business model is a regulated M2M/IoT business model, as well as negotiations with a mobile network operator.
- Advice on public procurement law to Vattenfall Eurofiber GmbH on the planned broadband expansion.
Insurance > Advice to insurers Tier 3
Dentons' insurance law practice is renowned for its expertise in W&I insurance matters, which insurers regularly call upon. Other key topics include insurtech and company pension schemes, which are complemented by capacities at various interfaces such as antitrust law. Practice head Kai Goretzky focuses on sector-specific digitisation issues, while Michael Graf handles related tax law matters. Sascha Grosjean specialises in company pension schemes.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Kai Goretzky is an outstanding expert with specialist knowledge that he can put to optimal use.’
Key clients
CherryHUB
Crowford & Company
Versicherungsverein des Bankgewerbes a.G
Gothaer Finanzholding AG
Vivy GmbH (Allianz Group)
Deutsche Vermögensberatung AG
BG Kliniken Ludwigshafen und Tübingen gGmbH / BG Kliniken – Klinikverbund der gesetzlichen Unfallversicherung gGmbH
UPS Capital
elinor
Baloise Vie
Ambridge
Work highlights
- Advising the Gothaer Insurance Group on the assessment of an intended insurance policy for vintage vehicles in terms of regulatory law, insurance contract law, sales law, antitrust law and data protection law.
- Representing and advising Crawford & Company GmbH as an international claims adjuster for motor vehicle liability and comprehensive insurance claims in a model case involving questions of compulsory insurance law and European insurance supervisory law.
Real estate and construction > Real estate Tier 3
Integrated into the global network, Dentons acts from four German locations and offers clients a full-service approach, which, in addition to the focus on national and international transactions, also covers related corporate, tax and investment law issues as well as financing. Berlin-based practice head Dirk-Reiner Voß, who is supported in Düsseldorf by David Zafra Carollo, among others, also specialises in transactions and related financing matters; the latter is also well versed in real estate litigation. Bernhard Gemmel (real estate transactions and financing) joined Baker Tilly Roelfs in October 2022, while the team welcomed the equally versatile Maximilian Schulte from HFK Rechtsanwälte LLP in January 2023.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘The team around David Zafra Carollo is extremely professional and does an excellent job.’
‘Cases are processed in an uncomplicated manner and at as little cost as possible. The Dentons team is available 24/7 to answer any questions.’
‘The answers are always satisfactory and of the highest standard. Invoicing is carried out on a quarterly basis according to the client’s wishes.’
‘The team is large and available in all major cities.’
‘David Zafra Carollo: Extremely professional. Large network and an excellent approach to problems. Client-oriented and very reliable.’
Key clients
Vonovia
KKR / Global Infrastructure Partners
Palmira Capital Partners
Swiss Life Asset Managers
Advenis REIM
Harrison Street
Hines
Union Investment
x+bricks
REInvest
Castleforge
DW Real Estate
Deutsche Bank
Berlin Hyp
P3 Logistic Parks
Work highlights
- Advising DAX company Vonovia on the sale of a portfolio of Berlin apartments and commercial units to the municipal housing companies berlinovo, degewo and HOWOGE.
- Advising private equity firm KKR and fund manager Global Infrastructure Partners on the acquisition of CyrusOne, a global REIT and data center operator.
- Advising the investment company Palmira Capital Partners on several transactions to build up a European logistics and corporate real estate portfolio.
Transport > Advice to the transport sector Tier 3
Dentons ' practice advises numerous companies in the automotive industry on trend topics such as autonomous driving and electromobility. Here, Michael Malterer is a key contact; he focuses on transactions and public law matters pertaining to the automotive sector, while Jörg Karenfort and Florian Wiesner cover the interface to antitrust law. The firm also offers industry-expertise in aviation and assists with airport transactions and procurement law matters, which are primarily supported via the Munich-based team. Alexander von Bergwelt is a key contact for various players in the airport sector and advises on large-scale projects and corporate law.Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Pragmatic and solution-oriented work.’
‘The Dentons team is characterized by short response times, quick and thorough processing and extensive international networking.’
‘Alexander von Bergwelt: A wealth of experience, an economical way of thinking, full availability, pronounced solution orientation, assertiveness.’
Key clients
Audi AG
Porsche SE
Volkswagen AG
Mercedes-Benz Group AG (vormals Daimler AG)
Daimler Truck AG
Deutsche Bahn AG / DB Regio
Lufthansa AG
Flughafen München GmbH
Munich Airport International
Aero Ground Flughafen München GmbH
IONITY
Duisburger Hafen AG
Duisport
Delticom AG
Microvast GmbH
Work highlights
- Representing Mercedes-Benz in diesel mass proceedings before German courts.
- Advice on data protection law to the Volkswagen AG Group, including advice on the global exchange of personal data for compliance purposes throughout the Volkswagen Group.
- Advice on antitrust and investment control law to IONITY and its former shareholders BMW, Daimler, Ford, Porsche and Hyundai on the entry of the financial investor BlackRock.
Capital markets > Debt capital markets Tier 4
Dentons predominantly advises banks on debt issuance, MTN and commercial paper programs as well as on the issuance of bonds, which are often linked to ESG criteria. Due to its cross-practice cooperation, the team is also well versed at various interfaces and recently advised on various instructions by promissory note creditors in the context of financial restructuring. Oliver Dreher, who assists extensively with DCM matters, leads the team.Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Reliable, very good accessibility.’
‘Knowledge and proposed solutions of/ for new legal issues.’
‘Mr. Dreher is very familiar with market conditions and creates practical solutions.’
‘Oliver Dreher: Competent, reliable, fast, good knowledge of the industry.’
Key clients
Bundesrepublik Deutschland, vertreten durch die Finanzagentur des Bundes
Société Générale, BNP Paribas and Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
Commerzbank
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
Schuldscheingläubiger der Grillo Werke
Schuldscheingläubiger der MHM hubergroup
Commerzbank AG
Société Générale, UniCredit Bank AG
ATAI Life Sciences
NATIXIS
Work highlights
- Advised the Federal Republic of Germany – Finanzagentur GmbH on the successful issue of a federal bond placed in a syndicate with a volume of €4 billion.
- Advised the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) on their investment in a tranche of Faurecia’s latest ESG-related promissory note financing with a total volume of over €700 million.
- Advice to Société Générale, BNP Paribas and Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank as joint arrangers on the debut ESG-linked promissory note placement for the Agrial Group with a total volume of €140 million.
Corporate and M&A > Corporate Tier 4
In cooperation with the firm's capital markets and tax teams, Dentons focuses on advising public companies on restructurings, including reorganizations, cross-border transfers, mergers and acquisitions, shareholder meetings and management liability issues. Robert Weber, who is also well versed in corporate and stock corporation law, focuses primarily on restructuring and jointly heads the practice with the M&A-experienced Alexander von Bergwelt and Rebekka Hye-Knudsen, who predominantly advises joint venture and private equity investors as well as on corporate restructuring. The group further possesses expertise in corporate governance and compliance, covering sanctions, data protection and competition law among other matters.Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Exact recording of the mandate and targeted solution proposals.’
‘Solution-oriented and interdisciplinary advice and the willingness to leave the beaten track and break new ground with the client. All areas of law that are relevant to us are very well covered by our partners and associates. Good knowledge of the Berlin market and the public sector. The colleagues are always solution- and service-oriented.’
‘Very good understanding of clients and their individual needs and requirements as well as the adaptation to them within the instruction’s scope. Always structured development of the facts and early qualitative assessment of possible developments and results. Accordingly, as the client, we always feel that we are in good hands and have clarity about the current status and possible results.’
‘High professional specialization in the field of stock corporation and corporate law.’
‘Dr. Weber: Outstanding knowledge of stock corporation law. Very constructive discussion culture.’
Key clients
AIG
ALBA
ATAI Life Sciences
Bionorica SE
Deutsche Leasing AG
Daimler AG
e-mobilio GmbH
Flughafen München GmbH
Investitionsbank Berlin
Munich Airport International
Puma
Pyrum Innovations AG
Revell GmbH
SHS Stahl Holding Saar
Stabilus S.A.
Work highlights
- Advising ATAI Life Sciences on the preparation of its IPO on the US technology exchange NASDAQ via a Dutch holding company.
- Advising Stabilus SA, which is listed in the Prime Standard of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, on its conversion into a European stock corporation (SE) and on the subsequent relocation of its registered office from Luxembourg to Germany.
- Advising Investitionsbank on the creation of a new corporate structure with the aim of enabling transparent and efficient investment management by founding a new holding company in the legal form of a public-law institution.
Corporate and M&A > M&A Tier 4
Dentons fields a strong presence in the mid-cap segment where it handles classic M&A deals and private equity transactions. The practice group is often instructed by companies from the renewable energy, healthcare, pharmaceutical and financial services sectors seeking advice on cross-border M&A deals and is further well versed in international restructurings. Under the joint leadership of Rebekka Hye-Knudsen, Alexander von Bergwelt and Robert Weber, the team recently increased its activities for DAX-listed companies and also advises on venture capital investments, joint ventures and squeeze-outs.Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Dentons provides advice to cover our global needs for VC investments and M&A deals.’
Key clients
Ancosys
CBRE Group
Flensburger Schiffbau Gesellschaft (FSG)
HORIBA
KKR/Global Infrastructure Partners
Q-Energy
replex GmbH
Securitas
ALBA
WDM-Gruppe
Trotec Holding GmbH
8080 Labs
Work highlights
- Advising Securitas on the acquisition of German company Protection One.
- Advising Q-Energy, an investor and project developer in the field of renewable energies, on the acquisition of a portfolio of 16 wind farms in Northern Germany from MEAG.
Dispute resolution > Arbitration (including international arbitration) Tier 4
In line with the firm's global approach, Dentons' German arbitration practice is also involved in numerous international proceedings, which often arise from distribution, commercial and acquisition disputes as well as joint venture and post-M&A conflicts. The team has particular expertise in representing companies in the energy, plant construction, automotive, healthcare and real estate sectors, but also acts for states in investment arbitration proceedings. Heiko Heppner is frequently sought after for international arbitration proceedings relating to China and the Middle East and jointly heads the dispute resolution practice with Thomas Nebel, who focuses on construction and plant construction arbitration as well as disputes of corporate nature. Matthias Hadding made partner in April 2022 and is well versed in plant construction disputes, among other matters.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Dentons has a broad arbitration practice and, in Heiko Heppner, a leader who has a specialization in China that is rare in the market. ‘
‘Heiko Heppner: A dedicated and trenchant litigator.’
‘Heiko Heppner: has an extraordinary understanding of economic issues, which is probably due to his physics studies.’
Key clients
Fresenius Medical Care
Bundesrepublik Deutschland
Mercedes Benz Group
Patrizia AG
Work highlights
- Representing a German DAX40 company in a distribution law dispute before an arbitral tribunal of the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA).
- Defending a Chinese aircraft manufacturer against an Italian aircraft manufacturer’s ICC arbitration claim arising from a cooperation agreement.
- Defending a publicly listed pump manufacturer in an ICC arbitration against alleged claims for damages due to alleged unjustified termination of a distribution agreement.
Dispute resolution > Commercial litigation Tier 4
Dentons' frequent cross-border dispute resolution activity across industry groups ranges from distribution, antitrust and supply disputes over shareholder, directors' liability and post-M&A disputes to insolvency-related conflicts and class actions, especially in the automotive sector; the team also has experience in product liability disputes. Thomas Nebel and Matthias Hadding, who made partner in April 2022, focus on assisting with mass proceedings and construction conflicts respectively; Nebel is also experienced in commercial and civil dispute resolution and jointly heads the practice with Heiko Heppner who focuses on arbitration proceedings. Christoph Zieger primarily acts in corporate and financial disputes as well as in contentious IT and data protection matters.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Wide-ranging dispute resolution practice in various German offices.‘
‘Heiko Heppner in Frankfurt and Matthias Hadding in Düsseldorf are convincing litigators.‘
‘The team is extremely professional and does an excellent job. Cases are processed in an uncomplicated and cost-efficient way. The Dentons team is available 24/7 to answer any questions.’
‘Answers are always satisfactory and of the highest standard. Invoicing is carried out on a quarterly basis according to the client’s wishes.‘
‘Dr Thomas Nebel: Very professional and always delivers on time. Complicated cases are presented simply and dealt with satisfactorily. Very high success rate.‘
‘Excellent and experienced litigator, also broad knowledge of substantive law at the highest level.‘
‘Dr Thomas Nebel: Excellent litigator, very experienced and at the same time very creative, always solution-oriented, very high level of service.‘
Key clients
Fresenius Medical Care
Bundesrepublik Deutschland
Mercedes Benz Group (vormals Daimler)
Patrizia AG
Work highlights
- Representation of the Federal Ministry of Health in asserting claims against suppliers of personal Covid-19 protective equipment for purchase price refunds and damages due to the delivery of defective goods.
- Representing a Chinese asset manager in enforcing purchase price claims in connection with the sale of solar panels and the investments of a Chinese producer in various European solar power plants in various arbitration proceedings in China (CIETAC) and Italy as well as in various lawsuits before German courts.
- Representing a DAX40 German medical technology manufacturerin a distribution dispute before African courts.
Private equity > Transactions Tier 4
Jointly led by Volker Junghanns and Robert Bastian, Dentons covers the whole value chain of private equity, with a primary focus on buy-out transactions, fund advice and structuring, distressed M&A and infrastructure transactions. The client roster includes German family businesses as well as small-cap and mid-cap funds; increasingly, large funds are also advised on global transactions. Christopher Mayston in Munich (PE, VC, M&A, banking and capital markets law, corporate law) made partner in May 2022.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Volker Junghanns: Very good commercial understanding, always clear opinion, “to the point”, it’s fun to work with him!’
‘Volker Junghanns: Excellent partner, extremely competent, very deal-focused, yet accessible and down-to-earth.’
Key clients
LFPI
Accursia Capital
Q-Energy
marbis/Nitrado
WDM-Gruppe
KKR / Global Infrastructure Partners
Domo Investment Group
Quartum Kapital
Work highlights
- Advising the private equity company KKR and the fund manager Global Infrastructure Partners on the takeover of the data center operator CyrusOne.
- Advising the French LFPI Group on the acquisition of a majority stake in the global private equity specialist HQ Capital.
- Advising the WDM Group, a Cross portfolio company, on the acquisition of Deutenberg Drahttechnik GmbH.
Germany > Tax Tier 4
Alongside transactions and conversions, Dentons' tax experts also focus on assisting insurance industry players with special risk and W&I insurance. Tax disputes, tax audits and corporate tax represent further areas of expertise, while the use of legal tech creates additional value in the context of transfer pricing documentation and tax compliance. The client base consists of national and international companies as well as funds and investors, which are often looked after in cooperation with the firm's global network. Fund and investor advice is one of Stephan Busch's mainstays, while Frankfurt-based practice head Michael Graf has expertise in corporate tax law, Pia Dorfmueller focuses on corporate and group tax law and Dominik Thomer frequently assists with transaction taxes. Andreas Berberich in Munich (focus on transaction taxes and tax disputes, among others) made partner in April 2022 and Lars Kutzner (tax compliance) joined Osborne Clarke in early 2022.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Recognized technical expertise combined with many years of experience and always up to date with tax law developments. Expert support, especially in corporate transactions and financial issues. Interdisciplinary cooperation through internal involvement of other partners and associates.’
‘Very competent law firm with an international character.’
‘Very good knowledge of the client’s special features. Many years of experience and high availability.’
‘Michael Graf is characterized by the fact that he can find a good tax solution for highly complex tax issues in a very short time, even if there is no case law or literature on these issues. His accuracy, precision, professional expertise and human nature make him an indispensable part of our daily work in corporate tax law, including international issues.’
‘Pia Dorfmueller tirelessly represents the interests of her clients and provides clear, pragmatic and user-friendly tax advice.’
‘Andreas Berberich: An excellent lawyer. We routinely work with him on our German tax matters. He is knowledgeable, very responsive and knows our business needs very well.’
‘As a veteran, Stephan Busch approaches complex issues in a goal-oriented manner.’
‘Dominik Thomer is characterized by outstanding specialist knowledge and a deal-oriented mentality, which clearly stands out from the usual level of tax lawyers on the market.’
Key clients
AIG
ATAI Lifesciences NV
Berliner Wasserbetriebe
BNP Paribas Real Estate Investment Management GmbH
BVV Versicherungsverein des Bankgewerbes a. G.
Deutsche Vermögensberatung AG
Deutscher Sparkassen und Giroverband
Dual Specialty M&A GmbH
Franger Investment GmbH & Co. KGaA
Riskpoint A/S
Ruby Hotels GmbH
SAF-Holland SE
S Broker AG & Co KG
S-Kreditpartner GmbH
Stabilus SE
TELUS International
VolkswagenStiftung
Vonovia SE
Work highlights
- Legal and tax advice to Vonovia on the sale of a real estate portfolio with residential and commercial units in Berlin.
- Advising AIG, AMANIKI, Beazley, DUAL, Riskpoint, Liberty, Acquinex and Brockwell Capital on a total of over 130 W&I and special tax insurance policies.
- Advising AIF Kapitalverwaltungs-AG on the acquisition of a portfolio of residential real estate and commercial units in the Netherlands.
Trade and distribution > Trade, distribution and logistics Tier 4
Despite its short existence, the commercial and distribution law practice at Dentons has already gained a good reputation in the market. The team assists with all core areas of distribution law and logistics, including franchise systems and official distributor law and has industry expertise in consumer goods and pharmaceuticals; while IT matters are also increasingly advised on. Christiane Zedelius heads the team and has in-depth expertise in selective distribution systems. Commercial, distribution and supply contracts are among counsel Christine Seiz‘ key strengths.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Very good teamwork.’
‘The right specialists are always on hand when needed.’
‘Extremely high level of competence.’
‘Reliable partner and advisor for many years.’
‘Unique spirit!’
‘Fast and efficient exchange; extremely personal.’
Key clients
Marc O’Polo
Willy Bogner
Microvast
BUWOG – Rhein Main Development GmbH
e-mobilio GmbH
Showa Denko Carbon Group
Work highlights
- Cross-border advice to a lingerie retailer on a strategic franchise joint venture with a Hong Kong listed lingerie manufacturer.
- Advised Microvast on a collaboration agreement with CNH Industrial to jointly develop, manufacture and market electric battery systems.
- Advice to a distribution company for medicinal cannabis and cannabidiol regarding the distribution of medicinal cannabis in Germany, taking into account regulatory public law issues as well as advice on supply and distribution contracts.
Information technology > Data protection Tier 5
Dentons‘ data protection team includes experts from the areas compliance, IT, IP, corporate and employment law and routinely advises on international data exchange, the implementation of the GDPR legislation and compliance. In addition to the advice offering, clients are supported in crisis situations, such as data breaches. Christian Schefold has extensive experience in compliance and data protection as well as in group and corporate law.Practice head(s):
Key clients
CherryHUB
Easyway Technologies
IT.NRW
KSB SE & CO. KG aA
QVC, Inc.
Vivy GmbH (Allianz Group)
Volkswagen AG
Work highlights
- Advice to Volkswagen AG on the update according to Directive (EU) 2019/1937 following the international introduction of a central whistleblower hotline in 91 jurisdictions and support in the update of the central business partner due diligence procedure in 107 jurisdictions.
- Advising the digital health start-up Vivy on the global launch of an internet platform for medical services to insured persons. Advice on data protection law in relation to the division of responsibilities for personal data between insurance companies, platform operators and third-party service providers.
- Advising the teleshopping broadcaster QVC on strategic data protection issues.
Intellectual property > Trade marks Tier 5
Dentons is particularly strong in complex cross-border matters of a forensic and advisory nature, with advice spanning trade mark administration on one hand and IP enforcement on the other; the practice's other mainstays include anti-counterfeiting, license and cooperation agreements as well as transactional trade mark issues. Constantin Rehaag focuses on litigation and product piracy and jointly leads the group with Stefan Dittmer who specialises in the technology and digitisation sphere. On another note, the practice recently experienced changes at counsel level: Pascal Straszewski left the firm in October 2021 for an in-house position, while Julia Wiencke joined Ernst & Young Law in April 2022 and Nadine Neumeier joined Baker McKenzie in July of the same year.Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Very commercial, understand the law but more importantly how to apply it to a client’s exact situation.’
‘Constantin Rehaag is fantastic.’
‘Constantin Rehaag: An expert in his field. His knowledge is precious and his understanding of business prospects makes the package perfect.’
‘The team benefits from the very large and experienced trade mark group at Dentons not only in Europe but worldwide (where the German team is very active).’
‘Constantin Rehaag: Extremely competent and gets to the point in brand and trade mark strategy as well as in litigation, including enforcement, in which he has developed special expertise thanks to his connections to customs authorities and offices.’
Key clients
1661, Inc. d/b/a GOAT
Abbott
AbbVie
Agence France-Presse
Allnex
Amazon
Bayer AG
Bluesafety IP
Canada Goose
Daimler AG
Delta Airlines
eKomi Holding GmbH
Fluorchemie Gruppe
Hisense
Infracapital
Intermediate Capital Group (ICG)
Konica Minolta & Konica Minolta Business Solutions Europe
König & Bauer AG
KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA
Lubrizol
Mobility Trader UK
Mobility Trader FR
Novartis AG
ON AG
Ringspann GmbH
Roche Pharma AG und RoX GmbH
Ruheforst GmbH
Schneider Electric
Sky Fernsehen Deutschland GmbH
Umicore
Visionclean
Volkswagen AG
Work highlights
- Advising Novartis on a case of criminal trade mark infringement (estimated damage: €20 million).
- Advising GOAT on enforcing trade mark rights of the term GOAT in Germany and Europe with the aim of strengthening the brand.
- Advising Mobility Trader Holding GmbH, a joint venture of Volkswagen AG, Daimler and Allianz, on trade mark applications, trade mark disputes, unfair competition issues and trade secrets.
Germany > Employment Tier 6
Dentons advises on all employment law aspects, but is particularly experienced in assisting employers with collective bargaining matters. Core competencies include corporate co-determination, data protection, restructuring, compliance and M&A transactions as well as company pension schemes: Co-practice head Sascha Grosjean advises on the latter alongside others, but also focuses on HR compliance and temporary employment. Co-practice head Markus Diepold is well versed in supporting large-scale restructurings that often entail cross-border aspects.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Good professional cooperation. Pleasant exchange in problematic situations, with empathy.’
‘Fast reaction and fulfillment of the task.’
‘Great collaboration. Available at short notice and punctual feedback.’
‘Very solution- and practice-oriented.’
‘Markus Diepold provides quick support in all areas of employment law as well as comprehensive short-term support. Furthermore, Mr. Diepold is able to explain the suggestions he has made in a user-friendly manner. This also applies to his participation in negotiations with the works council.’
‘Very good team; questions are answered briefly and concisely. Sense of pragmatism.’
‘Markus Diepold knows our company and advises us pragmatically and competently.’
Key clients
8080 Labs / Databricks
BG Kliniken Ludwigshafen und Tübingen gGmbH /
BG Kliniken- Klinikverbund der gesetzlichen Unfallversicherung gGmbH;
BVV Bankenversicherungsverein a.G.
E.I.M.G. GmbH & Co. Installationstechnik KG
HORIBA Europe
Immunic AG; Immunic Inc.
Institut der Wirtschaftsprüfer e.V.
KVPro.de
SKODA AUTO Deutschland GmbH
Solarisbank AG
TEDi GmbH
WDM-Gruppe
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH
Work highlights
- Advising SKODA AUTO Deutschland GmbH on works constitution issues and disputes, including arbitration boards and employment court decision-making procedures, as well as representation in individual legal disputes and dismissal protection proceedings.
- Employment law support for insolvency proceedings in self-administration of EIMG GmbH & Co. Installationstechnik KG, including purchase contract negotiations, implementation of mass redundancies by means of terminations according to the acquisition concept and advice in connection with a transfer of business.
- Advice to BG Kliniken Ludwigshafen and Tübingen gGmbH/ BG Kliniken – Clinic network of the statutory accident insurance gGmbH on company pension law. In addition, advice on the local works council’s alleged co-determination rights in connection with deferred compensation and advice on the conclusion of a group BV.
Private equity > Venture capital
Dentons > Firm Profile
Dentons is the world’s largest law firm based on jurisdictional coverage, delivering quality and value to clients around the globe. Dentons is a leader on the Acritas Global Elite Brand Index, a BTI Client Service 30 Award winner and recognized by prominent business and legal publications for its innovations in client service. Dentons’ polycentric approach, commitment to inclusion and diversity and world-class talent challenge the status quo to advance client interests in the communities in which we live and work.
Driven to provide clients a competitive edge, and connected to the communities where its clients want to do business, Dentons knows that understanding local cultures is crucial to successfully completing a deal, resolving a dispute or solving a business challenge. Dentons’ global team builds agile, tailored solutions to meet the local, national and global needs of private and public clients of any size.
Dentons offers you approximately 5,900 lawyers and professionals in over 160 locations spanning more than 80 countries. Dentons combines excellent proficiency at the interface of different locations, practice areas and industries.
We are committed to your business interests and work with you to enable and expand your possibilities and potential. Look to Dentons for assistance with employment and labor, banking and finance, energy, corporate/M&A/private equity, intellectual property and technology, real estate, capital markets, competition and antitrust, arbitration/litigation and dispute resolution, public policy and regulation, restructuring, insolvency and bankruptcy as well as tax.
Since 2019, Dentons now counts a total of four offices in Germany (Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Dusseldorf). In Munich, our locally anchored team has particular experience in the areas of corporate/M&A, joint ventures, private equity, restructuring, litigation and tax. From Munich we serve a variety of national and international clients. In addition, we assist you with all legal issues arising from everyday business and in matters of strategic planning.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banking and Finance | Dr. Arne Klüwer | ||
Capital Markets | Robert Michels | ||
Corporate/M&A | Dr. Christof Kautzsch | ||
Intellectual Property and Technology | Dr. Constantin Rehaag | ||
Competition and Antitrust | Dr. Jörg Karenfort | ||
Real Estate | Dirk-Reiner Voß | ||
Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy | Andreas Ziegenhagen | ||
Tax | Dr. Stephan Busch |
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70+ languages including: Arabic Afrikaans Azerbaijani Bulgarian Czech English French Georgian German Hungarian Italian Kazakh Chinese (Mandarin) Polish Romanian Russian Slovak Spanish Turkish Ukrainian UzbekOther
Other offices : Dentons now has 180+ offices in over 70 countries.Dentons > Firm Profile
Dentons is the world’s largest law firm based on jurisdictional coverage, delivering quality and value to clients around the globe. Dentons is a leader on the Acritas Global Elite Brand Index, a BTI Client Service 30 Award winner and recognized by prominent business and legal publications for its innovations in client service. Dentons’ polycentric approach, commitment to inclusion and diversity and world-class talent challenge the status quo to advance client interests in the communities in which we live and work.
Driven to provide clients a competitive edge, and connected to the communities where its clients want to do business, Dentons knows that understanding local cultures is crucial to successfully completing a deal, resolving a dispute or solving a business challenge. Dentons’ global team builds agile, tailored solutions to meet the local, national and global needs of private and public clients of any size.
Dentons offers you approximately 5,900 lawyers and professionals in over 160 locations spanning more than 80 countries. Dentons combines excellent proficiency at the interface of different locations, practice areas and industries.
We are committed to your business interests and work with you to enable and expand your possibilities and potential. Look to Dentons for assistance with employment and labor, banking and finance, energy, corporate/M&A/private equity, intellectual property and technology, real estate, capital markets, competition and antitrust, arbitration/litigation and dispute resolution, public policy and regulation, restructuring, insolvency and bankruptcy as well as tax.
The Dentons office in Berlin offers advice across all major areas of commercial and tax law and additionally provides the full range of notarial services. You can rely on our long-standing experience in the market to provide you with the legal tools you need to get a deal done or a project completed. A large number of our specialists are locally and globally ranked as leading personalities within their area of specialization. As one of the leading law firms in the region, we can ensure your success, whether with negotiations, in litigation or with the implementation of your investment ambitions and business ideas.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banking and Finance | Dr. Arne Klüwer | arne.kluewer@dentons.com | |
Capital Markets | Robert Michels | robert.michels@dentons.com | |
Corporate/M&A | Dr. Christof Kautzsch | christof.kautzsch@dentos.com | |
Intellectual Property and Technology | Dr. Constantin Rehaag | constantin.rehaag@dentons.com | |
Competition and Antitrust | Dr. Jörg Karenfort | joerg.karenfort@dentons.com | |
Real Estate | Dirk-Reiner Voß | dirk-reiner.voss@dentons.com | |
Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy | Andreas Ziegenhagen | andreas.ziegenhagen@dentons.com | |
Tax | Dr. Stephan Busch | stephan.busch@dentons.com |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 5,900 At this office : 100+Languages
70+ languages including: Arabic Afrikaans Azerbaijani Bulgarian Czech English French Georgian German Hungarian Italian Kazakh Chinese (Mandarin) Polish Romanian Russian Slovak Spanish Turkish Ukrainian UzbekOther
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