Global real estate investors and pan-European investment managers entrust Clifford Chance with real estate projects in the logistics space, such as large-scale industrial developments. Increasingly, the group engages in advising data centres on novel mandates or advising investors on their first data centre investments. Fabian Böhm, who is notable for real estate finance structuring and wider transactional expertise, has succeeded Christian Keilich as practice head, who departed from the firm in April 2025 to join Reischauer & Partner mbB. Philipp Stoecker is a port of call for portfolio transactions, emblematic of the wider group’s deep roots in the realm of large-scale office transactions, notably for architecturally significant and culturally significant German companies with large rental agreements. Dennis Blechinger is a key contact for financings by international lenders secured by Germany, as well as advice on large scale joint ventures between real estate investors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What makes this practice truly unique is the combination of a strong, well-coordinated team and deep market knowledge. Clients benefit from working with professionals who not only understand the broader landscape but also offer tailored insights based on real industry expertise.'
- ‘Philipp Stoecker stands out for his exceptional expertise and a consistently structured and solution-oriented approach to every challenge. What truly differentiates him from competitors is his ability to think across disciplines, recognising and connecting key insights from different areas. An increasingly valuable skill in today’s complex environments.'
- ‘Philipp Stoecker is one of the most dynamic real estate partners in real estate in Germany. He is smart, intelligent, fast and focused.’
- ‘Organised, highly reliable, top professionals with exceptional knowledge of real estate and, last but not least, fair negotiators and partners. They focus on continued business relationships.'
- 'Over the last three years we worked on several transactions and it by now feels like an extension to our legal team, working hand in hand and seamlessly. In particular Amrei Fuder is super diligent and committed and always in control over status and processes. Kristina Jaeger has outstanding negotiation skills with her calm and pragmatic approach.'
- 'Dennis Blechinger always acts in a humane, highly courteous, fair, and exceptionally efficient manner. Martin Barlösius' work was characterised by a composed demeanour. A factual approach and outstanding efficiency.'
Key clients
- AEW
- Amundi
- Arax Properties
- Ardian
- BainCapital
- Cofinimmo
- DW Real Estate GmbH
- DWS
- Dietz AG
- Hamborner REIT
- Instone
- MAHAG GmbH
- NREP
- NTT Data
- NWI
- Partners Group
- Patrizia
- Periskop
- Pimco Prime Real Estate
- Prologis
Work highlights
Advising NTT Data on the planning of a data centre campus in Nierstein, Rhineland-Palatinate.
Advised an investment fund managed by Ardian on the acquisition of an office building located close to the listed Lützowplatz square.
Advised Tristan Capital Partners on the joint venture between pan-European investment manager Tristan Capital Partners and Lübke & Kelber, involving the acquisition of a Leipzig residential portfolio.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Philipp Stoecker
Practice head
Fabian Böhm
Other key lawyers
Philipp Stoecker; Dennis Blechinger; Amrei Fuder; Kristina Jaeger; Martin Barlösius