Noerr is regularly mandated by federal ministries requiring representation in cases concerning energy regulation, including issues concerning the cost of energy, and the group is increasingly active in gambling, ESG and AI-related matters. The group is led by Christian Alexander Mayer, whose client base relies on him for assistance with issues of energy, environmental and transport regulation. Holger Schmitz guides regulated sector clients through licensing hearings and is also able to oversee planning applications for infrastructure projects, while Gabriele Haas, who joined from Dentons in September 2024, counsels on all aspects of energy law and ESG requirements. Carsten Bringmann provides further expertise in energy and infrastructure matters and is also a key contact for constitutional questions.
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- 'What truly sets this practice apart is its ability to deliver practical solutions tailored to the unique commercial realities of each client, underpinned by an agile structure that enables swift and decisive action, even in the most complex cross-border matters.'
- 'What differentiates the team members is not only their technical excellence, but their approachability, responsiveness and willingness to go the extra mile.'
- 'There is no better expertise, as well as dedication to the needs of clients in Germany, than at Noerr!'
Key clients
- Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action
- McDonald's Deutschland LLC
- The Federal Government of Germany
- WTS Group AG
- Safe Driver Group GmbH
- Ministry of Finance of State of North Rhine-Westphalia
- Federal Association of the Energy and Water Industries
- Allane SE
- Polestar Performance AB
Work highlights
Represented the Federal Government before the Federal Constitutional Court, which ruled that the redistribution of excess revenues from certain electricity producers to the benefit of private and commercial electricity consumers is consistent with the constitution.
Advised WTS Group AG on the agreement of a long-term strategic partnership with EQT.
Advised McDonald's Deutschland LLC in relation to the implementation of a municipal packaging tax by various cities and municipalities.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Christian Alexander Mayer
Other key lawyers
Holger Schmitz; Peter Bachmann; Gabriele Haas; Carsten Bringmann; Julian von Lucius; Elena Marks; Joachim Rung; Ines Mittermeier