Clifford Chance‘s commercial administrative team is sought after by clients across a range of sectors, including automotive, energy and e-commerce among others, and also federal bodies, on proceedings arising out of sustainability and environmental regulations, digitalisation efforts and broader energy transition efforts. Thomas Voland, who heads up the team and is co-head of the firm's global ESG board, maintains a practice that spans German and European administrative law, including trade and sustainably regulations. Mathias Elspaß is called upon when questions under the Renewable Energies Sources Act arise, and is also well versed in broader permitting and planning challenges.
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Testimonials
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- ‘This firm stands out through an exceptionally client-focused approach that goes well beyond industry standards. The team offers remarkable availability and responsiveness, enabling them to act reliably even when faced with short-notice and time-critical requirements.’
- ‘The lawyers, especially Thomas Voland, consistently communicate as equals with their clients, creating a trusted working atmosphere that is crucial for complex legal projects.’
- ‘The team demonstrates consistently high professional competence, which translates into excellent results. Particularly noteworthy is their ability to deliver high-quality advice even under time pressure.’
- ‘High-end practice. Smart team. They take a pragmatic and very well-founded approach.’
- ‘Thomas Voland is absolutely a leading and outstanding individual from my point of view.’
- 'Strongly recommended. They have a professional service culture based on academic and practical excellence.'
- 'Thomas Voland has exceptional legal expertise, a strong strategic understanding and is a trusted advisor for complex critical matters.'
Key clients
- BMW AG
- Ipsen Pharma GmbH
- German LNG Terminal GmbH
- German Federal Ministry of Health
Work highlights
Advised Ipsen Pharma on a constitutional complaint against regulations in the GKV Financial Stabilisation Act, the Drug Supply Constraint Control and Supply Improvement Act.
Defended BMW AG in a lawsuit brought by Deutsche Umwelthilfe before the Regional Court of Munich, seeking a prohibition on the production and sale of internal combustion engines, and a limitation on the number of cars sold up to 2030.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Thomas Voland
Other key lawyers
Mathias Elspaß; Mira Wilcock; Laura-Isabell Dietz