DLA Piper supports clients in a broad spectrum of national and international tax matters, with particular expertise in real estate taxation, tax audits and controversies, and transfer pricing. Team leader Marie-Theres Rämer focuses on the tax aspects of financing, including structured finance, and leasing transactions, as well as the structuring of real estate investments, including portfolio and non-performing loan transactions. Konrad Rohde and Ulf Anderson are further key members of the team.
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Testimonials
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- 'Very client-oriented consulting, integrity and very high knowledge. Konrad Rohde is a very experienced and knowledgeable tax expert, with the highest integrity. His advice is always case oriented and practical oriented.'
- 'The team has been substantively strong and has been very responsive in helping resolve a complex matter going back several years. Björn Enders's responsiveness and business acumen has been instrumental.'
- 'The individuals I work with stand out for their exceptional tax knowledge. This is consistently demonstrated by Marie-Theres Rämer, whose ability to anticipate challenges, and deliver pragmatic, forward-thinking advice sets her apart from competitors in the market.'
- 'Konrad Rohde is very knowledgeable and came highly recommended. He has a deep knowledge of matters in his field and a calm and focused professional persona. His support on lengthy and complex corporate tax work was invaluable in reaching a positive final result.'
- 'This tax practice stands out for its deep expertise in complex, cross-border tax matters and its ability to deliver commercially practical solutions. We specifically value the team's strong technical proficiency, especially in the corporate tax and M&A tax areas.'
- 'The team at DLA Germany are adept at navigating complex corporate and tax matters in fast paced and evolving environments. Their approach is highly responsive, thorough and personable.'
- 'Ulf Andresen has fantastic knowledge of all tax acts, guidelines and court cases. Kind and friendly person. Pragmatic and solution oriented.'
Key clients
- VARTA AG
- Yamaha Motor Deutschland GmbH
Work highlights
Advised VARTA on all tax topics related to its restructuring project, including the tax structuring of the reorganisation of group companies and a number of re-financings.
Advised Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. on the tax aspects of a share purchase agreement with German Deutz AG in respect of the acquisition of Torqeedo Group, including tax-related advice on the acquisition and share purchase agreement.
Practice head
Marie-Theres Rämer
Other key lawyers
Ulf Andresen; Björn Enders; Konrad Rohde