Greenberg Traurig Germany focuses on matters pertaining to the film and television industries and advises on film productions and funding as well as copyright law. The team also advises international platforms on matters pertaining to licensing and marketing rights in accordance with music IP law. Practice head Stefan Lütje, who switched to the of counsel position in July 2023, regularly supports transactions in the media sector and also represents clients in IP disputes. Laura Zentner advises on the structuring of international co-productions and offers expertise in film productions and licensing matters.
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Testimonials
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'Very experienced and knowledgeable team with an excellent reputation and respect in the industry.'
'Stefan Lütje: His wisdom, his calmness and his trust, supported by decades of experience, make him a lawyer one wants to have on their side. Laura Zentner: Really impressed by her career and her ability to not only learn and get involved in new topics, but also to really master them.'
'A strong team that we have relied on for years. We really value their exceptional media expertise, which ensures our requests are properly understood and well handled.'
'In our opinion, Stefan Lütje is the best lawyer in the field of cinema and film. It is a huge benefit for us to be able to coordinate our projects with him and to have access to his expertise. Not only does he know the market, but he also gives recommendations that are very close to our day-to-day business.'
Key clients
- Ehrlich Entertainment GmbH & Co. KG
- Wolf Bauer
- Rlaxx TV GmbH
Work highlights
- Comprehensive advice to the magician duo “Ehrlich Brothers” on all matters pertaining to contract, music, competition, broadcasting, , trademark and copyright law as well as personal rights.
- Supporting investor and producer Wolf Bauer in connection with the development and production of the sequel to the film “The Physician.”
- Advising rlaxx.TV regarding its streaming and live TV platform in Germany and other territories.
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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
Viola Bensinger; Laura Zentner