
Dentons' environmental and planning practice particularly stands out for its expertise in product-related environmental law and waste law. Here, the group primarily advises packaging manufacturers, industry associations and manufacturing companies on recycling and product compliance issues, as well as on associated contracts. The group is also experienced in construction and emission control approval procedures, development plan procedures and administrative procedures. Ilka Mehdorn, who is adept in product-related environmental law, heads the practice, which also includes Norman Hölzel; he is well versed in product-related environmental law and made partner in April 2024. In October 2024, Sebastian Helmes, who is a skilled advisor on decarbonisation issues, joined from EY Law.
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Practice head
Ilka Mehdorn
Other key lawyers
Julia Pfeil; Sebastian Helmes; Norman Hölzel
