A&O Shearman covers the entire spectrum of corporate issues and is therefore regularly instructed by listed companies to advise on restructurings and changes of legal status, corporate governance and remuneration issues, while assistance to blue chips with general meetings and ongoing advice to management and supervisory boards represent other cornerstones of the practice. Nicolaus Ascherfeld (M&A in the energy and infrastructure sector) heads the practice, which also includes Hans Diekmann (restructuring, capital markets law) and Dorothée Kupiek (stock corporation law, corporate governance, capital markets law). The team's advisory expertise relating to stock corporation law was further strengthened by the arrival of Stefan Witte in April 2024, who joined from YPOG.
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'The close, very transparent and trusting cooperation leads to very well-prepared decisions in a timely manner (especially in contract negotiations). The basis for this is the outstanding quality of legal advice, the coverage of legal areas and what we see as a commitment to supporting us. We see the firm as a partner who can successfully implement our interests.'
'They really know how to stay close to their clients and listen to their concerns. They have great flexibility and the ability to adapt to different circumstances.'
'Michael Weiß: Always approachable, very prompt response; very pleasant personally, extremely good know-how. He leads a very well-coordinated and competent team, including Andre Wandt.'
'Excellent expertise in corporate law with regard to German stock corporations. Industry expertise in the field of biotechnology and life sciences.'
'Combination of excellent legal advice and a strong business orientation.'
'A&O Shearman is characterised by a high level of service combined with the highest level of competence. The teams and the team composition are always tailored to needs and available, even in difficult times. The billing method and accuracy is very trustworthy and courteous.'
'Hans Diekmann: Excellent lawyer with common sense and advice that can be immediately practically implemented at any given time, has a huge wealth of experience and stands by his opinions.'
'Jonas Wittgens: Excellent organiser and coordinator with a keen eye for practical requirements and always in control of the situation; always available, central key contact.'
Key clients
- Corestate Capital Holding S.A.
- TUI AG
- HGV Hamburger Gesellschaft für Vermögens- und Beteiligungsmanagement mbH(HGV)
- Autodoc Gruppe
- CropEnergies AG
- RAG-Stiftung
- Windward Offshore GmbH& Co. KG
- Iberdrola Renovables Offshore Deutschland GmbH
- ZwickRoell AG
- IQVIA
Work highlights
- Advising Corestate Capital Holding SA on its successful cross-border restructuring.
- Advising TUI AG in connection with a possible termination of the listing on the London Stock Exchange, which has existed since 2014 (delisting), and an upgrade to the Prime Standard segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange as well as an MDAX inclusion.
- Advising HGV on entering into a long-term strategic partnership with MSC in connection with a €1 billion public takeover offer.
Lawyers
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Dorothée Kupiek
Practice head
Nicolaus Ascherfeld
Other key lawyers
Hans Diekmann; Christian Eichner; Jonas Wittgens; Dorothée Kupiek; Stefan Witte; Matthias Horn; Michael Weiß; Andre Wandt