Linklaters' interdisciplinary approach covers cross-border matters and the team frequently advises international financial institutions as well as German and foreign companies from various industries, including energy, aviation, automotive, manufacturing and consumer goods. The practice is experienced in advising on matters in connection with sanctions, including so-called exits of Western companies from Russia; the team also advises on human rights and supply chain-related matters, whistleblower systems, antitrust compliance, corporate governance, D&O liability as well as tax compliance and data protection. Hans-Ulrich Wilsing (corporate governance and corporate law) and Kerstin Wilhelm (internal investigations, preventive compliance and crisis management) jointly head the practice. Managing associate Jacqueline Kusserow advises on the prevention of sanctions risks and is also experienced in internal investigations.

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Testimonials

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  • 'A key strength was constructive discussions, analysis and brainstorming sessions. Ability to work on complex topics qualitatively under time pressure.'
  • 'Kerstin Wilhelm provided excellent, timely and high-quality support on complex issues.'
  • 'Ability to openly and satisfactorily discuss and brainstorm client concerns, including a high level of engagement.'
  • 'Interdisciplinary project teams, very good international network. Fast scalability thanks to the resources of a major international law firm. Very good customer orientation.'
  • 'Kerstin Wilhelm is particularly characterized by the highest level of specialist expertise, maximum willingness to perform, high speed of reaction and, at the same time, the highest quality and quality of the work results.'

Work highlights

  • Comprehensive advice on sanctions law to the Volkswagen Group on the sale of its shares in Volkswagen Group Rus LLC and its local subsidiaries to Art-Finance LLC, which is supported by the Russian dealer Avilon.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Hans-Ulrich Wilsing, Kerstin Wilhelm

Other key lawyers

Daniel Pauly, Christian Hundeshagen, Timon Grau, Jacqueline Kusserow