Gleiss Lutz strengthened its M&A competencies in the transport sector with Stefan Widder, who joined the team from Latham & Watkins LLP in September 2023, particularly with regard to transactions and the establishment of joint ventures in the automotive sector. Contentious matters are also a key topic, where Eric Wagner assists clients with contractual disputes and the defense against liability and recourse claims. Co-head Marc Ruttloff offers expertise in public and environmental law in the context of ESG projects in the automotive industry; he jointly leads the team with Jochen Tyrolt, who is well versed in cross-border transactions and carve-outs in the aviation and shipping sectors.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Gleiss Lutz gave us excellent advice as a start-up. The dynamic collaboration with start-ups is particularly outstanding. The law firm stands out from others through its combination of different, relevant specialist knowledge.'

  • 'Marc Ruttloff is distinguished by his in-depth specialist knowledge and his remarkable efficiency. He knows how to explain complicated legal issues in an understandable way and always has a fundamental understanding of the client's perspective. His constant availability and his high level of commitment are particularly noteworthy.'

Key clients

  • Stellantis
  • Fiat

Work highlights

Advising Atlantia SpA/Telepass since its market entry in Germany in connection with the client’s appointment as a provider of European Electronic Toll Services by the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure.

Practice head

Jochen Tyrolt; Marc Ruttloff

Other key lawyers

Eric Wagner; Stefan Widder; Michael Arnold ; Johannes Hertfelder; Matthias Karl ; Petra Linsmeier ; Lisa Kappler