DLA Piper Weiss-Tessbach Rechtsanwälte GmbH is well-versed in the full spectrum of capital markets matters, from ECM and DCM transactions to regulatory issues and related corporate matters. Christian Temmel is at the helm and alongside his capital markets practice, he has extensive experience across corporate and M&A matters, as well as in matters relating to listed to securities and regulatory challenges.
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Testimonials
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- 'Christian Temmel and key team member Christian Knauder always deliver on time, precisely, to the point.'
- 'The team works seamlessly, and that is something we really appreciate. In addition, we appreciate that DLA Piper's diversity policies correspond with our values.'
- ‘Christian Temmel has extremely good legal knowledge and reads draft law proposals in order to be on top of future changes. He has an incredibly strong academic background and is therefore excellent at explaining difficult legal concepts in simple words, and he has very broad and long-term practical experience.'
- 'Christian Temmel goes the extra mile, and what I like most is that he doesn't only show problems but rather delivers practical, and legally excellent, solutions. He is really hands-on, always available and is always positive, also in extreme situations, which helps us and our internal team to stay calm.'
- 'Reliability is at the core of their work - clients can be confident that every matter is handled with precision, efficiency, and unwavering commitment.'
- 'Christian Temmel and Christian Knauder are both highly professional lawyers who support their clients with exceptional dedication and genuine passion.'
- 'What sets them apart is their ability to think one step ahead, anticipating potential scenarios and addressing them proactively. This forward-looking approach gives clients a strong sense of security, ensuring they never feel as though they could make a misstep.'
Key clients
- UBM Development AG
- PORR AG
- Crédit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank SA
Work highlights
Advised UBM Development AG on the issuance of its first deeply subordinated green hybrid bond, with a volume of €65m.
Advised PORR AG on an accelerated private placement of shares with international institutional investors.
Advised the underwriters' counsel, Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank, UniCredit, Raiffeisen Bank International, Erste Group and Banco Santander, on the placement of a €500m green bond issued by voestalpine.
Practice head
Christian Temmel
Other key lawyers
Christian Knauder