Boutique Annerton specialises in financial regulatory law and routinely advises German and international banks as well as financial institutions, companies, fintechs, crypto exchanges and payment services providers. This client roster is supported in digital economy matters, regulatory and payment transaction law issues in connection with German market entry as well as new product launches. The crypto sector is another core focus, where the team advises on blockchain-based payment solutions and licensing procedures. Clients also benefit from the frequent cooperation with the Luxembourg location. Key contacts include Frank Müller (banking, regulatory, payment transactions and money laundering law) and Anna Izzo-Wagner, LL.M. Eur (regulatory and investment law, compliance). Alireza Siadat (blockchain and cryptocurrencies) joined Deloitte Legal Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH in November 2024; Anh-Vu Tran (investment and investment tax law) left the team in January 2025 for an in-house role.
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'High level of industry know-how, which is available hand in hand across all contacts.'
'Peter Frey is very experienced in the payment sector and it is a pleasure to work with him.'
Key clients
- Teylor AG
- Accel Growth Fund V L.P.
Work highlights
Advising Toyota Kreditbank GmbH on all regulatory and payment transaction law issues, with a focus on the implementation of a marketplace solution.
Other key lawyers
Susanne Grohé; Frank Müller; Peter Frey; Christian Walz; Matthäus Schindele; Anna Izzo-Wagner, LL.M. Eur; Florian Lörsch; Sebastian Glaab