Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH‘s funds expertise extends to both the structuring and restructuring of investment vehicles, making use of its office in Luxembourg to assist funds domiciled there or in Germany. The team is also sought after for assistance with tax structuring matters as they relate to the operation of funds. The team is spearheaded by a trio consisting of Achim Pütz, who alongside his fund structuring work advises institutional investors on their investments, Martin Hüwel, a specialist in the structuring of funds, and Bela Jansen, whose practice is centred on the tax and regulatory regimes governing investment products.
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Testimonials
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- 'Bela Jansen has a comprehensive and deep understanding of tax topics in the area of fund investments. Not only at the level of investment funds but also tax topics at the level of investors. Further, he connects legal topics and can provide comprehensive tax and legal advisory services.'
- 'In Luther, we have a very competent and capable partner in all fund-related questions, particularly in regulatory and tax matters. What we like is the very efficient communication and the quick responsiveness.'
- 'We value the experience and the ease of communication. Luther always adapts to our needs, especially in situations where we need timely feedback.'
- 'Good and deep knowledge of legal and tax topics in investment funds area but also practical approach and support. Smooth combination of tax and legal advise.'
Key clients
- AMP CAPITAL INVESTORS LIMITED
- AEW Invest GmbH
- HanseMerkur Trust AG
- HIH Invest Real Estate GmbH
- Quadoro Investment GmbH
- aam2cred Debt Investments GmbH
Work highlights
Advised AEW Invest GmbH on tax and regulatory matters for acquisitions and sales of real estate assets across Europe.
Advised HanseMerkur Trust AG on corporate, tax, employment, and regulatory matters regarding the restructuring of distribution for German and Luxembourg investment assets through a newly established distribution company for asset management firms within a major insurance group.
Advised HIH Invest Real Estate GmbH on structuring and launching the HIH Green Energy Invest Renewables Fund.
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Practice head
Achim Pütz; Martin Hüwel; Bela Jansen