Integrating German, English and New York legal advice into its German offering, White & Case LLP is well positioned to advise clients on both new money facilities and the refinancing of pre-existing credit arrangements, acting for bank syndicates and corporate borrowers alike. Vanessa Schürmann takes the lead on debt financing transactions, with expertise in leveraged facilities, in addition to advising on corporate and acquisition credit lines. Andreas Lischka adds further expertise on the debt financing front, while Florian Degenhardt is the lead partner on project finance deals, specialising in setting up syndicated facilities intended for use in the development of energy and other infrastructure projects.
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- 'The W&C team consistently distinguishes itself through exceptional responsiveness and availability, which is particularly critical in time-sensitive transactions. Their deep expertise and technical skill are complemented by a pragmatic and creative approach, allowing them to devise tailored solutions even in the face of unexpected or complex challenges.'
- 'W&C stands out for its seamless integration within a truly international network, which enables them to provide comprehensive, 360-degree support across multiple jurisdictions. Their ability to coordinate and lead specialised local teams while maintaining a consistently high standard of service across offices is a key differentiator.'
Key clients
- Delivery Hero
- Morgan Stanley
- Teylor
- Deutsche Bank
- Adler
- Battery Ventures
- Norvestor
- J.P. Morgan
- ING Bank
- KfW
- Norddeutsche Landesbank
- Citibank
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Vanessa Schürmann; Florian Degenhardt
Other key lawyers
Andreas Lischka; Markus Fischer