Hogan Lovells International LLP fields a diverse team and follows a cross-locational approach in advising on preventive compliance measures. The practice focuses on ESG, supply chain due diligence, sanctions and product liability as well as the implementation of compliance management systems and the support in compliance audits. This is complemented by expertise in interfacing antitrust and corporate sustainability matters, which is regularly called upon by companies in the pharmaceutical, automotive, life sciences, medical device as well as financial sectors. Practice head Sebastian Lach is experienced in supporting US-related mandates and also acts as co-CEO of the in-house legaltech brand ELTEMATE, thus placing an industry focus on technology and IT matters. Simone Ridder, who is experienced in criminal law, moved to Eversheds Sutherland in November 2024.
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- 'The team provides excellent practical advice and understands the challenges that in-house lawyers face in implementing efficient and effective compliance measures. Therefore, their work products match the business reality and are not 'by lawyers for lawyers', but rather language and advice tailored to the real needs of the business.'
- 'Philip Matthey is very experienced, brings a lot of knowledge from previous in-house positions and knows where the corresponding challenges lie. His advice is excellent.'
- 'Hogan Lovells' compliance practice is at the top of the market. Due to the interdisciplinary nature and size of the team, it provides comprehensive advice on all compliance issues and handle internal investigations from a single source. The team's ability to manage complex projects and achieve outstanding results for clients is unique. The team not only advises on issues, but also solves clients' problems. The team also has innovative LegalTech solutions at its disposal that offer real added value and are constantly being developed together with the LegalTech brand Eltemate.'
- 'Sebastian Gräler is legally brilliant and has an outstanding technical and economic understanding. His advice is business-oriented and he delivers excellent results.'
- 'Hogan Lovells' practice has a very international focus, which is a great strength in compliance support. Their in-depth knowledge in some compliance areas enables them to offer clients comprehensive advice.'
- 'The German team offers very good and practice-oriented advice across various compliance topics, which has helped us a lot in implementing compliance measures.'
- 'Personal service and international presence.'
- 'Olaf Schneider has the real in-house view.'
Key clients
- Alpha Reisebüropartner GmbH
- Amedes Group
- Armira Growth
- Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BaFin)
- Cariad SE
- Caterpillar
- CureVac Corporate Services GmbH
- Evonik
- Holcim
- Ingram Micro
Work highlights
Advising Sartorius AG on the compliance management system and compliance reporting systems based on the EU Whistleblower Directive as well as on ESG compliance, in particular on the implementation of the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act.
Ongoing advice to Vitesco Technologies in the conception and further development of the Vitesco Technologies Legal Compliance Management System as well as conducting an internal investigation on various technical conformity issues.
ESG compliance advice to currently more than 30 companies, including Caterpillar, CureVac, Ingram Micro, Merz Group and Motel One on various ESG topics. In addition to advising on the implementation of and compliance with the human rights and environmental due diligence obligations of the new supply chain law, the main focus is on the EU Deforestation Regulation and the EU Battery Regulation as well as on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.
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Practice head
Sebastian Lach
Other key lawyers
Désirée Maier; Olaf Schneider; Christian Ritz; Philip Matthey; Sebastian Gräler; Angelina Leder; Lukas Ritzenhoff