International Arbitration
Germany
05 November 2024
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GSK Stockmann is primarily known for its IT and data protection-related advice and therefore enjoys a good reputation not only among established large companies, but also particularly among start-ups with digital business models. The practice further assists clients with counterfeiting, misleading advertising and greenwashing issues, for instance as demonstrated in its representation of Tesla against the Federal Consumer Center Association. Jörg Kahler focuses on technology and digitalisation projects and, in addition to competition law, also assists with trade mark, copyright and data protection matters; he jointly heads the practice with Katy Ritzmann, who counts a large number of start-ups among her client base and also advises on licensing agreements among other matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'We are extremely impressed with the GSK team, who demonstrates an outstanding level of client care and a deep understanding of our business from a practical perspective. They are outstanding lawyers with a remarkable knowledge of German practices and excellent clear briefs.'
- 'The team is comprised of innovative problem solvers who have the courage and ability to take imaginative approaches to deliver results for their clients.'
Key clients
- Tesla
- VZ VermögensZentrum Bank AG
Work highlights
Advice and representation of Tesla in a competition dispute with the Federal Consumer Center Association regarding so-called “greenwashing” concerning the accusation that Tesla had misleadingly presented itself as being too climate-friendly, as well on data protection issues regarding assistance functions.
Advice and representation of Ryanair in several fundamental disputes concerning its business model and general terms and conditions clauses, in particular with regard to the relationship with so-called passenger portals.