Knauer Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten mbB stands out for its expertise in advising and defending large and medium-sized companies in complex and often international white-collar crime proceedings. Its experience in cum-ex and diesel proceedings as well as in matters relating insider trading, fraud, money laundering, payment violations and tax evasion is particularly outstanding. The practice is jointly managed by Christoph Knauer (strategic advice to large companies), Sören Schomburg (cum-ex) and Björn Börger (compliance and internal investigations).
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'Christoph Knauer and Sören Schomburg are both practice-oriented, experienced, outstanding lawyers. Quick-witted and fast.'
'Christoph Knauer, Sören Schomburg and Björn Börger offer comprehensive, very good legal support, in-depth legal discussions including risk assessment.'
Key clients
- Continental AG
- Commerzbank AG
Work highlights
Advice and defense of Continental AG in two investigations by the Hanover Public Prosecutor’s Office and the Frankfurt Public Prosecutor’s Office in the diesel complex.
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.
Practice head
Christoph Knauer; Sören Schomburg; Björn Börger
Other key lawyers
Stephan Horster