Baker McKenzie excels in advising on collective bargaining law, company pension schemes, restructuring and reorganisation, as well as transaction-related aspects, while regularly cooperating with other offices in cross-border scenarios. Co-practice head Christian Reichel has a similar focus and is experienced in negotiating with works councils and unions, and in particular in negotiating European works agreements. Compliance and related internal investigations as well as contentious issues are among the core competencies of co-practice head Steffen Scheuer. Felix Diehl (cross-border restructuring and transaction support) is another key contact and made salary partner in July 2024.
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'Practical and competent.'
'The Baker team is made up of many experts in different areas and thus guarantees that the right person will be found for the topic in question. This gives you a head start on upcoming matters, as Baker has the best expertise to keep an overview.'
'We recommend Katja Häferer!'
'Christian Reichel has in-depth market knowledge and is able to put this into practice.'
'Steffen Scheuer: Very solution-oriented and pragmatic, understands the business and explains well.'
'Christian Reichel is a very experienced and reliable consultant and sparring partner. With great comprehension, consulting assignments are fulfilled precisely. He shows great diplomatic skill in negotiations with opponents.'
'Katja Häferer is a committed partner and reliable advisor to our company. She is always available, understands the needs of our company and can react quickly. She is truly an asset to Baker.'
'Matthias Köhler is not only very skilled as a lawyer, but also in thinking strategically about matters. Working together is very pleasant and we have already had many years of very pleasant experiences.'
Key clients
- Wintershall Dea
- Aurelius Group
- Knorr Bremse
- Antolin Deutschland
- Kiekert AG
- Intel Inc.
Work highlights
- Advising Wintershall DEA on a planned restructuring in Germany, including support in negotiations with the works council.
- Employment advice to Knorr-Bremse on the sale of an 85% stake in Kiepe Electric GmbH.
- Employment advice to Intel on the construction of a large chip factory in Germany.
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Other key lawyers
Katja Häferer; Alexander Wolff; Christian Koops; Felix Diehl; Bernhard Trappehl; Matthias Köhler; Gregor Dornbusch