The Frankfurt office of Jones Day is a key component of the firm’s global offering in dispute resolution and assists with international arbitrations for a variety of clients. Dieter Strubenhoff advises on liability issues, transaction-related proceedings and commercial disputes; coordinating the practice alongside him is Johannes Willheim, an experienced name in international arbitration and an authority on pricing disputes. Amy Kläsener has niche expertise in nuclear power plant disputes.
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Testimonials
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- ‘My overall impression of the team is highly positive. They have deep understanding of both local legal frameworks and how they interact with international regulations. The team is also very responsive and client-focused, and provides well-reasoned advice to some issues before they arise. They are able to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of legal analysis and drafting. They are well organised and able to deliver high quality legal work.’
- ‘The lawyers we worked with demonstrated highly collaborative and solutions oriented working styles and provided outstanding legal support. As individuals, they were approachable, respectful, and committed to maintaining clear and timely communication.’
- ‘Experienced and hands-on consulting practice with the ability to put together teams from different specialist areas at short notice also in cross-border cases.’
- 'Johannes Willheim is an expert litigator with long-standing experience in arbitration proceedings and good contacts at international level. This is complimented by Jones Day's expertise in individual areas of law.'
- ‘The JD team are truly international and we routinely have calls with lawyers in other parts of the world.’
- ‘Amy Kläsener is an exceptional lawyer. Her drive and commitment is second to none, and her tenacious nature is a huge benefit to our business.’
Work highlights
Advised an international hotel operator on a post-M&A arbitration involving two hotel operators in the UK and Germany.
Represented an insolvency administrator in arbitration proceedings against a German car manufacturer in Hungary before the Arbitration Court attached to the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in a dispute over €119m, which the client seeks to enforce in this arbitration.
Represented a semiconductor company as the respondent in ICC arbitration proceedings on damages claims of approx. €40m, asserted by an automotive supplier in connection with alleged delays in the development of a microchip for the automotive sector.
Practice head
Dieter Strubenhoff; Johannes Willheim
Other key lawyers
Amy Kläsener