Loschelder is a Cologne-based firm with impressive coverage across Germany when it comes to major construction developments, ranging from infrastructure projects to multi-use developments and urban development districts. It has a longstanding reputation in an advisory capacity, while also regularly handling construction-related disputes, and plant construction. For professional liability insurers seeking advice on major claims or advice on general construction insurance law issues, Walter Klein is a key contact, while Mirko Ehrich is also a construction litigation expert but covers the range of construction and real estate work. Project development and contract drafting are the focuses of Oliver Kerpen‘s practice, and Robert Kessler is a key name in both plant construction and litigation. Söre Jötten concentrates on dispute prevention and resolution, and Florian Dressel has experience in infrastructure and hospital projects.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Responses and advice are always quick, pragmatic and to the point. The legal advice is easily understood by non-lawyers, which helps with decision-making and moving negotiations forward. If our main partner is out on leave, the team is highly competent to pick up the work, and we feel well taken care of.’
- ‘Robert Kessler became a trusted advisor to our business. After working together for many years, he understand our business and provides quick and pragmatic guidance. He is incredibly approachable, willing to learn and often advises beyond the legal realm. He instils confidence and, most importantly, gets the legal work done so that the actual construction can begin and be effectively executed.’
- ‘A major advantage is the quick response after initial contact. You are promptly informed when the request will be processed, and the scheduled time is reliably met.’
- 'The construction law team we work with stands out for its prompt responsiveness, high level of legal expertise, and an exceptionally thorough approach. We particularly value its clear, practical advice and ability to present even complex matters in a structured and solution-oriented manner.'
- ‘Very quick and pragmatic, great knowledge and support in leasing and construction matters. One of the few boutique law firms we use locally because of the outstandingly quick support and excellent knowledge of construction law.’
- 'They feel like an extended in-house team when it comes to leasing and contractor agreements.’
Key clients
- IC International Campus
- Art Invest
- Signature Capital
- ProLogis
- Bauwens
- HOCHTIEF
- ERGO Versicherung
- Flughafen Köln/Bonn
- KoelnMesse
- Kanzler Verfahrenstechnik
- Aalberts Industries
- Kintyre
Work highlights
Engaged in litigation under construction law, relating to the collapse of the Historical Archive of the City of Cologne, and also handled contract drafting and advice on renovations.
Advised Arrow Global Germany on strategic contract drafting and ongoing project developments, as well as support on construction and architectural law issues in Germany.
Advised Kintyre on the renovation and new construction of the Märkisches Zentrum shopping centre and the development of the Märkisches Quartier in Berlin, including contract drafting and litigation.
Practice head
Andreas Fink; Walter Klein; Mirko Ehrich; Oliver Kerpen; Robert Kessler; Söre Jötten; Florian Dressel