Taylor Wessing > Frankfurt, Germany > Firm Profile

Taylor Wessing
SENCKENBERGANLAGE 20-22
60325 FRANKFURT AM MAIN
Germany

Corporate and M&A > M&A

Taylor Wessing's advice on mid- and small-cap M&A pursues a full-service approach, resulting in a case load that includes carve-outs, joint ventures and divestments alongside classic transactions. Here, the group is instructed by German medium-sized companies as well as international investors and corporations, often from the technology, media, healthcare and life sciences, energy, infrastructure and real estate sectors. Practice head Klaus Grossmann is also active in the logistics, chemical and automotive industries and manages cross-border transactions and joint ventures. Sven Schweneke, who is also experienced in cross-border deals, joined the team from Norton Rose Fulbright in June 2024, while Martin Gerner (M&A and Joint Ventures) left for PwC Legal (PricewaterhouseCoopers Legal AG Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft) in December 2023.

Practice head(s):

Klaus Grossmann

Other key lawyers:

Peter Hellich; Sven Schweneke; Oliver Kirschner; Amir Ghassabeh; Philip Cavaillès

Testimonials

‘Very well positioned for mid-cap M&A in the PE context. Intelligent due diligence and deal organisation solutions. Very good response to client needs. Special deal expertise in the regulated German healthcare market.’

‘Oliver Kirschner and Amir Ghassabeh: They have a special understanding of how to combine client needs, state-of-the-art M&A advice and deal strategy. Our go-to team for all mid-cap M&A deals.’

‘Philip Cavaillès: Very committed and very professional.’

‘Strong in terms of expertise; good at dealing with and resolving contentious situations; always with a sense of proportion and an eye on the deal.’

Key clients

Q_PERIOR

Sunday Natural Products GmbH

Triathlon Holding GmbH

International Chemical Investors Group/ ICIG

Topp Holdings GmbH

Carlsquare

Gesellschafter der BridgingIT GmbH

Giesecke+Devrient

AVK Holding A/S

Fuchs Gruppe

Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company

Qualitas Energy

Mitel

ON Service Group

Ortivity /Apheon

Sanecum

Industry focus > Healthcare and life sciences

Taylor Wessing offers advice on various healthcare topics, including transaction support with particular expertise in the group formation of medical care centers. Here, the practice is regularly instructed by international private equity funds, which benefit from the cooperation with the corporate and regulatory experts, co-head Michael Stein is a key contact here. The team also comprehensively advises pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies on all aspects of medical, patent and trademark law issues as well as disputes pertaining to life sciences products, here, co-head Anja Lunze regularly takes the lead. The practice frequently cooperates with the TMC team regarding the implementation of business models across the digital healthcare sector. Karolina Lange-Kulmann (medical law) joined the partner roster in May 2023.

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Testimonials

‘Special expertise and many years of experience as well as excellent contacts with authorities in the German healthcare system.’

‘High reliability and quality of work. Very fair treatment of clients (e.g. no unnecessary costs). High level of commitment.’

‘Fast response and very good availability, very good and patient technical exchange (also with colleagues in our company who are not so well versed in legal issues), overall a very good and smooth collaboration, recommendable.’

‘Very open-minded, customer-oriented and competent. The team has specialists in many different fields, which means that the problem can be viewed from several perspectives. The atmosphere in the team is very cooperative.’

‘We are impressed by the team’s integrated approach and their deep industry know-how. Inquiries are answered quickly, competently and in a practical manner. The understanding of problems and the creativity in solving problems, shaped by years of industry experience, are impressive.’

‘Daniel Tietjen: Years of working in the life sciences industry have led to a great deal of experience and industry knowledge, which ensures not only legally competent but also strategically helpful support for our projects.’

‘As a proven expert in the healthcare sector, Oliver Klöck will support us in implementing our strategic corporate growth, particularly in the area of ​​our business commitment and investments in the healthcare sector.’

‘All contacts are extremely competent in their fields, but also manage to bring overarching topics together and bring them to a successful conclusion. We also appreciate the practical workshops that are offered on various (new) topics.’

Key clients

Abbott Laboratories

Advanced Bionics AG

Amedes

Angelini Pharma

AstraZeneca

Azenta INC

Bayer

Bertelsmann

BioSpring

Biotest AG

Cardior Pharmaceuticals GmbH

Cochlear

Daiichi Sankyo

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc.

DocMorris

European Healthcare Investors

Fachklinikum Mainschleife GmbH

Fresenius Kabi Swiss BioSim

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Europe Ltd.

Glenmark Arzneimittel GmbH

Grünenthal

kohlpharma AG

Lifento

Morphosys

MTK-PHARMA Vertriebs-GmbH

Mylan / Viatris

Omnicare Pharma GmbH

Ortivity

Pfizer Inc.

Primavera

Protect Medical Holding G

Protembis GmbH

Radio-Onkologie-Netzwerk (RON)

Roxall Medizin

Sanecum (Adiuva Capital)

STADA Arzneimittel AG

Strehmel’s GmbH

Sunday Natural

Tandem Diabetes Care Europe B.V.

Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.

UKE

Vivisol Deutschland GmbH

YZR Capital Fund GmbH & Co. KG

Work highlights

  • Advising Sunday Natural Products GmbH on the sale of a stake in Sunday Natural to private equity investor CVC Capital Partners VIII (CVC Fund VIII).
  • Advising Ortivity GmbH regarding a majority stake in Narconova MVZ GmbH, a practice and clinic group for anesthesiological services in North Rhine-Westphalia.
  • Advising Mercurius Health on the acquisition of MEDICLIN Robert Janker Clinic.

Information technology > Data protection Tier 1

Taylor Wessing boasts noteworthy expertise in data protection law across the energy, healthcare, telecoms, financial and automotive sectors and focuses on the support in matters pertaining to European legislation on corporate compliance, the use of large amounts of personal data in corporate structures and data protection requirements in the context of new products. Thanks to the international network, the team also advises on international data transfers and other cross-border matters. Practice head Paul Voigt is key contact for US-based technology clients, including various international companies, which he regularly supports in European market entry.

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Testimonials

‘Paul Voigt: High level of commitment in statements, extremely fast reaction times, in-depth knowledge of the topics.’

Key clients

Cofinity-X GmbH

Nakisa Inc.

Vodafone GmbH

Nintendo Co. Ltd

Learneo Inc.

E.ON Energie Deutschland GmbH

Instacart, Inc.

Exit Games GmbH

PJM Investment Akademie GmbH

Information technology > Information technology and digitalisation Tier 1

Taylor Wessing covers various topics and routinely acts across the healthcare technology and automotive sectors, where the team, led by Paul Voigt (IT security law), assists with topics such as electronic patient records, cloud solutions for hospitals as well as the support for automotive suppliers in digital transformation strategies. In addition to the industry focuses, the practice recently covered the implementation of AI requirements, the negotiation of outsourcing contracts and clients' representation in regulatory proceedings and disputes. As an expert at the interfaces between IT, data protection and telecommunications law, Detlef Klett is well versed in project management across the infrastructure and digitisation segments. Axel Freiherr von dem Bussche is a key contact for digital business models and boats expertise in cross-border matters.

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Testimonials

‘Paul Voigt: highly reliable statements, fast reaction times, pragmatic.’

 

Key clients

Zalando

Deutsche Pfandbriefbank

UKE

Hiscox SA

Riese & Müller GmbH

Asklepios Kliniken GmbH & Co. KGaA

Springer Nature AG & Co. KGaA

BVG Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe Anstalt des öffentlichen Rechts AöR

msg systems AG

Douglas

Work highlights

  • Advising Zalando SE on the implementation of AI requirements under the European Union AI Regulation to ensure ethical and legal standards for the use of AI systems.
  • Advising Deutsche Pfandbriefbank on an IT outsourcing contract in compliance with the requirements of the NIS2 Directive and DORA with three providers based on a tendering procedure in the banking sector.
  • Advising Hiscox SA on cyber attacks and subsequent litigation and regulatory proceedings.

Intellectual property > Trade marks

With a considerable application and administrative practice, Taylor Wessing is ideally equipped to manage global trade mark portfolios and enforce intellectual property rights before national and European offices. Due to the firm's international positioning, the practice group counts a large number of large corporations among its client base, particularly those from the fashion, luxury goods, life sciences and technology sectors, and can seamlessly assist them with cross-border proceedings; here, the group also benefits from cooperation with Chinese IP agency Beijing Tailun. The team is headed by Olaf Gillert, who, alongside trade marks, advises on design, copyright and competition law.

Practice head(s):

Olaf Gillert

Other key lawyers:

Andreas Bauer; Wiebke Baars; Marcus Hartmann; Dirk Wieddekind; Sebastian Fischoeder; Thomas Pattloch; Christian Tenkhoff

Testimonials

‘Lots of experience, good cooperation, quick response, interdisciplinary collaboration.’

‘Very good specialist knowledge, good judgment, enthusiastic about trade marks, quick response, always available.’

‘Outstanding knowledge of the relevant law and practice, availability and response time are excellent, practical and pragmatic solutions are always offered and implemented, careful and in-depth examinations and excellent drafts and written submissions after very good research. In addition, the interaction and communication is very pleasant and always friendly.’

Key clients

ABB

Advance Magazine Publishers Inc. (CONDÉ NAST/ VOGUE)

American Airlines

AstraZeneca

Deutsche Telekom

DHL

Engelbert Strauss

Golden Goose

New Yorker

Richemont Group

Scotch Whisky Association

Villeroy & Boch

Work highlights

  • Representation of Advance Magazine Publishers Inc. (CONDÉ NAST/VOGUE) in a trade mark infringement action against energy drink distributors Beverage City Polska and Beverage City Deutschland and enforcement of a landmark decision before the European Court of Justice.
  • Representation of Scotch Whisky Association in proceedings before the Hamburg Regional Court to defend the legally prescribed designation “Whisky” against a Swiss spirits producer, which concerns fundamental legal questions in the use of new manufacturing processes.
  • Management of Villeroy & Boch’s global brand and design portfolio, strategic advice on brands and designs as well as unfair competition, representation in numerous court proceedings in various countries.

Media > Entertainment

Among Taylor Wessing‘s client roster are tech and gaming companies, which the TMT team advises on copyright law, e-commerce regulations and matters in accordance with the EU Digital Services Act and Digital Markets Act. Gaming developers regularly instruct the practice on product launches as well as youth protection regarding games and other digital products. Practice head Paul Voigt offers longstanding expertise in data protection law and is also well versed in AI-related issues. Gregor Schmid comprehensively covers the interface between e-commerce, copyright and data protection and assists with licensing negotiations and transactions across the digital sector.

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Testimonials

‘Very good market knowledge. Legally sound – but also sufficiently pragmatic.’

‘The team is characterized by in-depth industry knowledge and an impressive ability to solve complex legal challenges pragmatically. Thanks to their in-depth industry knowledge, the team is extremely adept at integrating legal advice seamlessly into business strategies.

‘Dedicated, knowledgeable team that is extremely well networked and well known in the industry. Definitely recommended!’

Key clients

Nintendo

Oddset

ComeOn Sportwetten

Alphabet Inc.

Reddit, Inc.

Cloudflare Inc.

Vodafone/1&1 Telecom GmbH/Drillisch Online GmbH/Telefónica

Trendyol

Bertelsmann SE

General Catalyst

Balderton Capitol

Roblox

Boehringer Ingelheim

Epic Games

Spotify AB

Valve Corp.

Work highlights

  • Advising Nintendo on current changes in legislation, the launch of new games and platforms, as well as support regarding the development and marketing of various games and apps.
  • Advising Epic Games in connection with a financial regulatory obligation for in-game currency as well as on selected consumer protection issues.

Private equity > Venture capital Tier 1

Taylor Wessing impresses with expertise along the entire investment value chain and recently supported financing rounds of unicorn start-ups, most notably advising DeepL on a large-volume financing round. The practice, led by Jens Wolf and Norman Röchert, also focuses on the technology sector, including AI, energy and climatetech, as well as on the life sciences and healthcare sectors. Wolf advises start-ups and investors, primarily technology-oriented companies, on venture capital transactions, including business angel investments and financing rounds, while Röchert also advises on venture capital transactions across the media sector. Philipp Hoegl focuses on the agtech and foodtech industries and joined the partner roster in January 2024.

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Testimonials

‘Hassan Sohbi and his team have built a strong VC investment practice in Germany over the past two decades and continue to bring a strong culture of service to client needs. As a firm, TW seems to be evolving strongly along some key investment themes. For example, they have represented some important AI companies in Germany and have impressively acquired relevant expertise in these areas.’

‘Jens Wolf has incredible energy and at the same time a wealth of experience. He fights through even difficult situations with determination in the best interests of his clients.’

‘Hassan Sohbi leads by example and is willing to get his hands dirty on the front line, but he also knows when to call in specialists when needed.’

‘A really accomplished team whose experience is evident in every situation.’

Key clients

3Spin Learning

Accel

Advastore

Balderton Capital

Bertelsmann

Claret Capital Partners

DeepL

encentive

Eurazeo Global Investor, Aster Energy Ventures, SF Beteiligungs GmbH & Co. KG und Inven Capital

Faber Capital

Flink

General Catalyst

Google Ventures

Gradient Ventures

Hawk:AI

HHLA Next

Index Ventures

IQ Capital

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Mount Nebo Investments

MPN Networks GmbH (Chrono24)

MULTIVAC Group

OMERS Ventures

One Peak

Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board

Patient 21

Protembis

Sennder Technologies

SET Ventures

Sony Ventures

SoSafe

The Exploration Company

ThyssenKrupp

Trill Impact Ventures

Viola Credit

Visionaries Club Growth Fund

Xempus

Work highlights

  • Advising DeepL on a $300 million financing round, increasing its valuation to over €2 billion.
  • Advising existing investors Eurazeo Global Investor, Aster Energy Ventures, SF Beteiligungs GmbH & Co. KG and Inven Capital on a multi-stage Series E financing round of around €500 million for Sunfire GmbH.
  • Advising General Catalyst as lead investor in a $223 million Series B financing in Helsing.

Real estate and construction > Construction (including construction litigation)

Taylor Wessing's Projects, Energy & Infrastructure group focuses on industrial plant construction and national and international infrastructure and technology-intensive projects. Under the leadership of practice head Janina Pochhammer, national and international clients are regularly advised on contractual matters, particularly EPC, and claims management; here, the practice focuses on energy, chemical, pharmaceutical, logistics and maritime plant construction as well as digital infrastructure and the aerospace and defense sector.

Practice head(s):

Janina Pochhammer

Other key lawyers:

Carsten Schulz; Timo Stellpflug; Alessa Steigertahl

Testimonials

‘Taylor Wessing is one of the market leaders in the data center sector and it shows. The overview and the level of detail that is achieved, which goes beyond the legal horizon, helps at all levels, right up to business development.’

‘Carsten Schulz is a contact and sparring partner who always works on an equal footing and knows “what” and “how” he has to advise.’

‘Timo Stellpflug is our proven contact for all construction matters. His ability to explain even very complex legal issues in an understandable manner, coupled with economic understanding and foresight, make him an indispensable advisor.’

‘Timo Stellpflug: Top availability, top client orientation, good processing speed, high level of competence.’

‘Super responsive.’

‘Timo Stellpflug is extremely pragmatic, structured and gets straight to the point. He sees the key points and has an outstanding feel for the right adjustments, as well as above-average rhetoric and good negotiating skills.’

Key clients

Azrieli/Green Mountain

CEE Group

Douglas GmbH/Parfümerie Douglas GmbH/Parfümerie Douglas Deutschland GmbH

Encavis AG

Google Cloud

Greentech projects

Vestas

Work highlights

  • Advising a Danish wind turbine manufacturer on negotiations for German offshore wind project Nordseecluster and Baltic Power.
  • Advising European project developer greentech on the negotiation and conclusion of the EPC contract with Goldbeck Solar for the Agethorst open-space solar park.
  • Advising Encavis AG on the acquisition of a ready-to-build battery project.

Real estate and construction > Project development Tier 1

Trade and distribution > Trade, distribution and logistics Tier 1

Taylor Wessing comprehensively advises various renowned automotive and consumer goods players on trade and distribution law, including the frequent support in matters pertaining to the US, Asia and Italy. Among the recent growth areas is the support in supply chain issues, including compliance and disputes, as well as distribution antitrust law; the latter area as well as franchising issues are core strengths of practice head Benedikt Rohrßen. The Commercial Agreements and Distribution practice fields logistics and transport expert Gregor Staechelin and also includes Peter Hofbauer, who regularly advises automotive clients on trade and distribution law, including litigation. Renowned Martin Rothermel is a key contact for supply chain compliance.

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Testimonials

‘A focused team with innovative approaches and a high level of competence within a dynamic and still relatively young area of ​​law. The practice group and Mr Rothermel and Mr Rünz have quickly earned a very good reputation in the area of ​​LkSG and related ESG issues.’

‘High flexibility and competence, very good accessibility and excellent, practice-oriented solutions. Good solution space for complex issues and critical business decisions. Particularly high level of integrity.’

‘Taylor Wessing are pioneers and absolute experts in the field of ESG and LkSG, at national and European level.’

‘Martin Rothermel: He has the gift of explaining complex processes and legislative proposals concisely and comprehensibly in a single sentence. This type of “translation” is invaluable for us and our own clients.’

‘Sonja Ackermann: Handles mandates very efficiently and at the same time extremely carefully and looks beyond her own horizons.’

‘TaylorWessing always tries to find solutions that are feasible and company-oriented. They also offer very good webinars on all relevant topics.’

‘Michael Kieffer: Extremely good specialist knowledge. Offers practical and business-oriented solutions.’

‘Gregor Staechelin: Very good balance between knowledge, experience and realistic assessment of implementation.’

Key clients

Henkel

Prewave

Calida

Calzedonia

Check24

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Essity

FC Bayern München

Great Wall Motor

Henkel

JD.com

Lufthansa

NKD

Rabo Trading

Samsung

thyssenkrupp Gerlach

Toyota

Zeppelin Group

Wilde Group

Work highlights

  • Advising Henkel on the implementation of the new supply chain law (LkSG) to 155 companies, including communication with the Federal Office of Economics and Export Control (BAFA) and reporting.
  • Strategic cooperation with the IT provider Prewave, including development of e-learning and supply chain due diligence (LkSG) documents.
  • Ongoing advice to an aviation company on supply chain compliance (LkSG), including training of the human rights officer and preparation of related documents.

Industry focus > Artificial Intelligence Tier 2

Taylor Wessing is well versed in supporting investments and infrastructure projects pertaining to AI and impresses with regulatory expertise in the context of AI use across the finance and healthcare sectors. The team also advises companies on AI use, with a focus on liability law, data protection and IP issues. Carsten Schulz is a key contact for transactions, projects and contract-related disputes in connection with technology, and jointly heads the practice with Norman Röchert (venture capital) and Thanos Rammos, who handles matters at the interface between data protection, copyright and AI.

Testimonials

‘Taylor Wessing is characterized by professional networking and expertise at the highest level in the field of artificial intelligence.’

‘Thanos Rammos’ outstanding qualities, which include openness and commitment, and his pragmatic approach have significantly shaped and driven our collaboration. His work is invaluable to us and contributes significantly to the success of our joint projects. We value working with him enormously and can recommend him without reservation.’

‘Taylor Wessing stands out from other law firms with its practice-oriented advice. Issues are resolved taking into account the corporate structure and legal advice is always provided in the appropriate format. There are no legal monologues with the result ‘it depends’. This is a factor that makes Taylor Wessing particularly popular in our global company. The communication of legal content is always adapted to the respective recipient.’

‘The team is characterized by a unique combination of an impressive VC track record paired with a corresponding industry focus in the field of AI.’

‘Very competent, problem-oriented and practical.’

‘Norman Röchert is very experienced and extremely well connected, both on the investor and corporate side.’

Key clients

Advastore

ANNEA.ai

Asklepios Kliniken

Balderton

BVG

Callsign

DeepL

eBay

Emerald Technology Ventures

Encentive

Endel

Freiheit.com

General Catalyst

Giesecke+Devrient

GREYHOUND Software

IU Group

Kheiron

Learneo

Pfeifer & Langen

Prewave

RICOH

SoSafe

Splunk

Springer Nature

Vodafone

Zalando

Work highlights

  • Advising DeepL on various transactions and structuring issues, including a $300 million investment.
  • Advising Zalando on the implementation of AI requirements under the European Union AI Regulation to ensure ethical and legal standards for the use of AI models.
  • Advising a hyperscaler on the implementation of the data center and cloud strategy as well as the acquisition of corresponding infrastructure.

Dispute resolution > Product liability Tier 2

Taylor Wessing advises international companies - particularly from the pharmaceutical and medical technology sectors, but also mechanical engineering and automotive industries-, on complex product recalls, product compliance, product safety and regulatory investigations. Practice head Philipp Behrendt focuses on commercial litigation as well as product liability disputes and product safety issues and is regularly supported by product liability specialist Henning Moelle.

Practice head(s):

Philipp Behrendt

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Practical approach, legal quality.’

‘Taylor Wessing’s advice is always very to the point, both legally excellent and taking into account the commercial background of our company.’

‘Philipp Behrendt – very experienced, the right balance between balanced and aggressive in proceedings.’

Key clients

AstraZeneca

Bayer

Grünenthal

Work highlights

  • Representing AstraZeneca in all product liability proceedings relating to its Covid 19 vaccine.
  • Advising Grünenthal on product liability litigation relating to Contergan (thalidomide) worldwide.
  • Representation of Bayer regarding product liability of pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

Insurance > Advice to insurers Tier 2

Taylor Wessing's insurance practice, led by Gunbritt Kammerer-Galahn, is regularly instructed by national and international insurance companies on distribution matters in connection with insurance supervisory and insurance broker law. The team is also well versed in advising on major losses, including cyber risks and D&O claims. Kammerer-Galahn, who also leads the firm's international financial services & insurance group, specialises in insurance supervisory, insurance distribution and reinsurance contract law, which mirrors the team's core competencies.

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Testimonials

‘The collaboration with Gunbritt Kammerer-Galahn is worth highlighting. High level of confidence in the service and very good response time to inquiries.’

‘Thanks to the expertise of this large law firm in a wide range of areas, the client receives comprehensive advice that includes not only insurance law and knowledge of the regulations that affect a pension fund, but also advice on employment law, social security law and IT law. Clients feel like they are in good hands and receive pragmatic, but still very competent support.’

‘Gunbritt Kammerer-Galahn is a proven expert and supported us very well. She negotiated for us in a friendly but firm manner and put herself in her client’s shoes. On site and in teams, both forms of negotiation were well prepared, well followed up and simply perfect.’

‘Not only do they have top knowledge, but they also have very high social skills. TW also offers a very good range of online events.’

Key clients

Europ Assistance – Generali Group

ERGO Group AG

AXA Versicherung AG

CHUBB European Group SE

ING-DiBa AG

Crédit Agricole |Assurances SA (CACI)

Provinzial Versicherung AG

Partner Re Europe SE

Fidelis Insurance

REMCI® Finance GmbH

Cambiaso Risso

MSIG

AXA Liabilities Managers

Work highlights

  • Advising Europ Assistance – Generali Group on all insurance supervisory, insurance distribution and insurance contract law issues regarding business matters in Germany.
  • Advising ERGO Group AG on ESG regulation with regard to the distribution of certain investments in funds.
  • Advising AXA Versicherung AG on all aspects of reinsurance contract law.

Intellectual property > Patent litigation: solicitors Tier 2

Taylor Wessing's patent dispute practice builds on two central pillars: technology, which includes IT, electronics and automotive, as well as life sciences, which includes pharmaceuticals, medical devices and biotechnology. The firm represents clients before German and international courts, including the UPC, and benefits from the firm's strengths in the US and Asia. Gisbert Hohagen heads the practice and focuses on patent, utility model and employee law, while regularly assisting with patent infringement, opposition and nullity proceedings. Standard essential patents are a central focus for Dietrich Kamlah, who, alongside dispute resolution, also frequently advises on contracts and transaction-related IP matters. Sabine Rojahn left the firm in December 2023.

Practice head(s):

Gisbert Hohagen

Other key lawyers:

Dietrich Kamlah; Roland Küppers; Anja Lunze; Christoph de Coster; Philipp Krusemarck; Christian Lederer; Nora Wessendorf; Michael Schächinger; Alexander Rubusch; Jan Phillip Rektorschek

Key clients

Abbott Laboratories

Allison GmbH und Bright Children’s Products Ltd. (“BPC”) (beide Wonderland Group)

Exertis

Pfizer Inc.

Mylan / Viatris

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Europe Ltd.; Glenmark Arzneimittel GmbH

Hanshow Technology

Realme

Revolt Zycling AG

Tandem Diabetes Care Europe B.V., Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.

Brooks Automation

CEAD USA B.V.; CEAD B.V.

Rotork-Schischek

SESA S.p.A.

tesa SE

STADA Arzneimittel AG

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc.

Swisslog Holding AG (KUKA group company)

Work highlights

  • Representation of Pfizer Inc. in patent infringement proceedings brought by Moderna for alleged infringement of mRNA vaccine patents (Comirnaty) and damages claims based thereon.
  • Representation of Abbott Laboratories against infringement claims brought by Dexcom Inc. concerning continuous glucose monitoring as well as representation in other parallel proceedings in Paris, Munich, Hamburg and before UPC in local chambers in Munich and Düsseldorf.
  • Representation of Hanshow and its European subsidiaries before the UPC (Local Chamber of Munich) for alleged patent infringement by electronic shelf labels (ESL).

Intellectual property > Unfair competition Tier 2

Taylor Wessing's competition advice is particularly focused on the fashion, luxury and consumer goods, technology and media sectors. The team has strong expertise in trend topics such as greenwashing and ambush marketing, which has enabled it to attract a high-profile client base consisting of a large number of global corporations. Thanks to close cooperation with its international locations, the practice also handles complex, cross-border issues, including litigation and advertising campaigns. Practice head Olaf Gillert advises on trade mark, design, copyright and competition law and also heads the international Trademarks, Advertising & Design practice group.

Practice head(s):

Olaf Gillert

Other key lawyers:

Thorsten Troge; Wiebke Baars; Andreas Bauer

Testimonials

‘Strong expertise in competition and freedom of speech law. Super uncomplicated and pleasant cooperation, pragmatic but with legal depth.’

‘Competent, pleasant to work with.’

‘Thorsten Troge knows how to break down our requests to our company and then advise accordingly.’

‘Olaf Gillert is extremely well versed in his field and is able to get to the heart of the matter. His ability to adapt to client’s specific requirements is also noteworthy.’

‘Thorsten Troge and his team always give us very good advice.’

Key clients

BSH

Check-24

New Work SE

Roller

TEDi

Work highlights

  • Successful defense of New Work SE (Xing / kununu) against a lawsuit for deletion of basic profiles and refraining from the attractive design of paid employer branding profiles on the employer rating platform Kununu.
  • Advising a global biotech company on product protection under competition law and representing the company in several preliminary injunction and main proceedings against competitors.

Germany > Private clients and non-profits Tier 2

Taylor Wessing advises family businesses, family offices and wealthy private individuals on inheritance, corporate and family law as well as foundation and tax law issues; clients also benefit from the practice's cross-locational approach. The team is particularly well versed in supporting owner-related transaction and restructuring projects as well as the establishment of holding structures for private and corporate assets, where the team regularly cooperates with the corporate experts of the private wealth industry group. Martin Kraus heads the private wealth team, while Axel Godron leads the private clients practice. In December 2023, Luise Hauschild (corporate and asset succession) joined from Loschelder.

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Testimonials

‘Luise Hauschild is excellent at the interface between corporate law and succession planning.’

‘Jens Escher has been a very reliable and extremely knowledgeable tax specialist in the area of ​​private clients and NGOs for years, and I am happy to recommend him, especially for complex structuring and cross-border issues. I find the advice to be very individual and tailored to the respective situations with a lot of empathy.’

‘The partners have different specialties with in-depth expertise and work very collaboratively on the mandates; very good exchange of know-how.’

‘Established PC team.’

‘Jens Escher is very knowledgeable and makes precise analyses off the cuff.’

‘Cornelia Maetschke-Biersack quickly and confidently understands complex issues, provides practical solutions and is empathetic in her discussions with clients.’

Work highlights

Real estate and construction > Real estate Tier 2

Taylor Wessing handles matters concerning both existing properties as well as new buildings, including portfolio transactions and project developments, and often advises on the implementation of ESG criteria. The group focuses on data centers, hotels and healthcare, although, under the leadership of Johannes Callet, the practice is also well versed in the development of urban quarters and particularly in the expansion of digital infrastructure. Callet frequently acts across the interface of real estate and corporate law, which represents an expertise that is called upon by investors, especially from France, funds and project developers seeking advice on real estate cross-border purchases and sales. He also handles daily asset management and tenancy law issues. Anja Fenge focuses on drafting and negotiating contracts relating to real estate transactions and project development.

Practice head(s):

Johannes Callet

Other key lawyers:

Anja Fenge; Sarah Anderson; Joachim Mandl; Renke Waller

Testimonials

‘Here the client comes first: always available, always helpful, always solution-oriented.’

‘Our contacts are always available to us and deliver strong results within a very short time. They fight for our interests and always keep the common goal in mind! This makes collaboration fun.’

‘Very high level of expertise and solution orientation. Consultation with internal specialist colleagues reduces the interface for clients. Complete solution from a single source.’

‘The firm impresses with a high level of expertise and experience. Time availability and adherence to deadlines are outstanding. The people involved think critically beyond the actual assignment and proactively pass on tips and experiences.’

‘Best service and expertise.’

Key clients

Azrieli/Green Mountain

ECE Group

Lifento

MPC Capital

Premier Inn

Remake

Stadt Weilheim an der Teck

VALUES. Real Estate

Art-Invest Real Estate

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KG

GARBE

CEE Group

DSR Hotel Holding

Encavis Asset Management AG

European Healthcare Investors

Harder & Partner

Ortivity GmbH

Otto Wulff Projektentwicklung GmbH

Rheinmetall Immobilien GmbH/Kolbenhöfe GmbH & Co. KG

Work highlights

  • Advice to VALUES. Real Estate on all questions relating to the sale and leaseback transaction of a logistics property with Lampenwelt GmbH, including the rooftop PV system.
  • Ongoing advice to Premier Inn on its expansion in Germany, including advice on the acquisition of a site for a new hotel at Frankfurt Airport.
  • Advising MPC Capital on the acquisition of a residential complex from Covivio in Berlin-Pankow.

Trade and distribution > Foreign trade law Tier 2

Taylor Wessing's foreign trade law practice primarily focuses on trade compliance and investment control proceedings, where the team recently increasingly assisted Chinese and American investors with FDI matters; the advice on matters pertaining to the defense sector is another growth area. The practice also advises on Russia and Iran sanctions and is led by Michael Brüggemann, who is well versed in embargoes as well as dual-use issues.

Practice head(s):

Testimonials

‘Michael Brüggemann: Very competent, fast and committed. We personally really liked his pleasant and empathetic manner.’

‘They ensure an appropriate process, objective advice and goal-oriented management. Highly recommended.’

‘The team is very professional, friendly and provides quick and accurate answers.’

Key clients

Balderton Capital

Flughafen Frankfurt-Hahn GmbH

General Catalyst

Giesecke+Devrient Gruppe

Kiteworks

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTTP)

RheinEnergie AG

Rhinestahl Corporation

thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG

Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint St

Banking and finance > Real estate finance Tier 3

Taylor Wessing advises banks as lenders, companies, real estate management companies and real estate funds as borrowers on the financing and refinancing of real estate transactions, including individual and portfolio financing, project developments and investments in real estate. Most recently, these mandates pertained to the asset classes logistics, commercial, hotel, office and residential, including sustainability-related matters. Head of the banking & finance practice Clemens Niedner (financing and restructuring) also leads the real estate financing team. Salary partner Jennifer Maiworm (national and cross-border acquisition and real estate financing as well as syndicated loan financing) moved to Jebens Mensching PartG mbB in February 2025.

Practice head(s):

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘High availability and commitment, solution-oriented.’

‘Jens Wiesner is always available and supports us in a pragmatic way.’

‘Highly competent and assertive team that has mastered all facets and types of commercial real estate financing from years of practice.’

‘One of the team’s particular strengths lies in negotiations, where it offers tangible added value and, thanks to its excellent network in the real estate financing industry, is able to master the most difficult negotiation situations quickly, practically, with competent solutions and in a pleasant manner.’

‘Peter Seemann: Extremely experienced, competent and as a partner not only very present and strong in negotiations, but also competent and talented in contract drafting. Not someone who only works on “standards”, but someone who knows how to design and negotiate individually.’

‘Jens Wiesner: Extremely fast, reliable and assertive. Knows how to shine, especially in international mandates, due to his excellent international experience. Even with extremely complex contract structures and many parties involved, he remains in control of the mandate at all times and keeps an overview for his clients. My favorite for international business.’

Key clients

Hamburg Commercial Bank (HCOB)

Landesbank Hessen-Thüringen Girozentrale (Helaba)

Landesbank Baden-Württemberg (LBBW)

NATIXIS Pfandbriefbank (NATIXIS)

Sparkasse Bremen

DZ Hyp

Ziegert Group

Tishman Speyer

Quest Investment Partners

Aukera Real Estate

Tristan Capital Partners

PGIM Real Estate

Covivio

Garbe Real Estate

Art Invest Real Estate Management

Work highlights

  • Advising Helaba on the €270 million financing of the Le Coeur real estate development project in Düsseldorf.
  • Advising Hamburg Commercial Bank on the financing of a commercial and industrial property for Hines in the double-digit million range.
  • Advising Hamburg Commercial Bank on the €100 million refinancing of a real estate portfolio of alstria office REIT-AG.

Compliance Tier 3

Taylor Wessing's full-service approach includes forensic compliance as well as matters at the criminal law interface and is regularly requested by medium-sized companies and international corporations, particularly from the technology and financial sectors. The team is well versed in anti-corruption, compliance management systems, corporate governance, antitrust and foreign trade law issues, data protection, ESG, money laundering and whistleblowing as well as product, healthcare and HR compliance. Martin Knaup (corporate governance, internal investigations) and Jan-Patrick Vogel (HR compliance) jointly lead the team.

Practice head(s):

Testimonials

‘Professional team with multinational thinking and perspective.’

‘Very good specialist knowledge, very good networking with the authorities.’

‘Very experienced, well-coordinated team.’

‘Jan-Patrick Vogel: Very solution-oriented, thinks economically like the client.’

‘We can only recommend Martin Knaup.’

‘My contact Mike Goldammer is a very reliable and considerate external partner. It is really nice to work on challenging topics with such a great external colleague.’

‘Jan-Patrick Vogel is not only a very good lawyer, but is also able to present his achievements to the board of directors in the right light.’

Key clients

Audi

CEE Group

Flink

HAYS

Mitegro

thyssenkrupp AG

Work highlights

  • Advising the general works council of Audi AG with regarding false remuneration that may be relevant under works constitution law and criminal law as a result of the Federal Court of Justice ruling on works council remuneration at VW.
  • Advising Flink on antitrust and merger control law in its joint venture with Yassir and in the establishment of the French New Flink France SAS and a Series A financing by Yassir.
  • Advising HAYS on corporate governance issues and all compliance matters, including supply chain law, trade secret law and whistleblowing.

Corporate and M&A > Corporate Tier 3

With a sector focus on technology, Taylor Wessing assists with international reorganisations and restructurings, including related tax aspects, joint ventures and spin-offs. Recently, the group also handled various China-related matters, including assisting Chinese companies with their German and European market entries as well as German companies with entering the Chinese market. In addition to international and German companies, practice head Klaus Grossmann and his team also advise investors; Grossmann further handles M&A transactions in addition to joint ventures and other corporate issues. Martin Gerner (sector focus on engineering, energy, steel and chemicals) joined PwC Legal (PricewaterhouseCoopers Legal AG Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft) in December 2023.

Practice head(s):

Klaus Grossmann

Other key lawyers:

Philip Cavaillès

Testimonials

‘Pragmatic advice, high technical expertise, confident negotiating style.’

‘Philip Cavaillès: Very detailed and very accessible.’

Key clients

Giesecke+Devrient

Duisburger Hafen AG

sennder Technologies

delta pronatura Dr. Krauss & Dr. Beckmann KG

Ludwig Pfeiffer Hoch- und Tiefbau GmbH & Co. KG

Oakley Capital und IU Group

Patient21 SE

Cambiaso Risso

Germany > Employment Tier 3

Taylor Wessing's employment team has expertise in compliance, data protection, New Work and restructuring. It recently also handled matters relating to works council remuneration, and the use of external personnel, time recording and the Evidence Act represent further strengths. Kilian Friemel, who is experienced in personnel, wage and working time flexibility, leads the team, which also includes Robert Bauer (temporary employment) and Jonas Warnken (IT sector focus); the latter two made partners in May 2024. The group was additionally strengthened by the arrival of salary partner Sachka Stefanova-Behlert (global mobility) in September 2024, who previously worked in-house.

Practice head(s):

Testimonials

‘Very satisfied with the advice and support from the Taylor Wessing team, both in terms of content and timing. A real specialist was brought in for each legal sphere, who always delivered results of the highest quality.’

‘The team is responsive and provides thorough and practical interpretations of German legal issues for our international business. They are very approachable and happy to help us with our matters in Germany and keep us up to date with the changing laws that affect our business. The team have made the effort to get to know our business well and provide excellent personal service.’

‘Particularly competent and available at all times. Not only are legal solutions successfully implemented, but economically sensible paths are always taken. The diverse implementation and the consideration of individual situations is particularly noteworthy.’

‘TW has supported us very well in dealing with and evaluating freelancer engagement. Together we were able to implement a secure procurement process for external personnel and receive support in evaluating individual special cases. In addition, we have introduced and are using the TW LegalTech tool for the preliminary review and legally compliant evaluation of freelancer assignments.’

‘Kilian Friemel: Always accessible, quick solutions and above all with vision. Goes far beyond mere legal advice!’

‘Johannes Simon is our main contact. Pleasant, uncomplicated and professional cooperation. Very committed.’

‘Jan-Patrick Vogel thinks very solution-oriented. He has a good feeling for the client’s interests.’

‘Marc André Gimmy and Klara Pototzky: Always up to date with the latest case law and legislative proposals, always very close to practice, reliable and solution-oriented.’

Key clients

Allianz Global Investors

Audi

Adobe

About You

American Airlines

CourseHero / Learneo

DeepL

Enterprise Rent-a-Car

Evonik

Hays

Lyft

Panasonic

Rewe

Techtronic Industries

Asana

Databricks

Deutsche Pfandbriefbank

IU Group

KARL MAYER Gruppe

Luminar Technologies

Medallia

Mitel

TimePartner Personalmanagement

Zeppelin Group

Work highlights

  • Employment compliance advice to the general works council of Audi with regard to ‘false remuneration’ that may be relevant under works constitution law and criminal law as a result of the Federal Court of Justice ruling on works council remuneration at VW.
  • Employment advice to telecommunications company Mitel on the worldwide carve-out and acquisition of Unify from Atos, including due diligence, SPA and advice on the integration of Unify into the Mitel Group, in particular on issues relating to works constitution law, pensions/CTA, collective bargaining issues and restructuring options.
  • Ongoing employment advice to Enterprise Rent-A-Car, including over 30 court cases, advice on remuneration and working hours, and restructuring of the company structure.

Industry focus > Energy Tier 3

Taylor Wessing is well versed in renewable energies and, in addition to experience in solar and wind energy as well as green hydrogen, also focuses on transactions and financing; these frequently pertain to energy-related projects and regularly draw on the team's regulatory expertise. The team is led by Carsten Bartholl, who, in addition to M&A expertise, also assists with ​​long-term power purchase agreements, Tillmann Pfeifer (M&A and corporate law) and Markus Böhme, who advises on regulatory issues in the context of M&A transactions. Jasmin Schlee (corporate law) specialises in the onshore wind sector.

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Broad know-how of the team, quick response to inquiries, very friendly demeanor.’

‘Competent lawyers and staff, Jasmin Schlee is outstanding in SPA negotiations.’

‘Large, broad team with qualified consultants, very practical.’

‘High level of expertise in energy law, binding, reliable, pragmatic, customer-oriented.’

‘Special expertise, pleasant communication, information on relevant aspects of the matter.’

Key clients

B Capital Partner

CEE Group

DZ Bank

ENCAVIS AG

ENCAVIS Asset Management AG

encentive

Eurazeo Global Investor, Aster Energy Ventures, SF Beteiligungs GmbH & Co. KG und Inven Capital

greentech projects GmbH

NORD Holding

Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan

PARQ Energy

Qualitas Energy

Sabik Offshore

Topp Holdings

Triathlon Holding GmbH

VALUES. Real Estate

Vestas Group

Work highlights

  • Advising B Capital Partners (B Capital) on the acquisition of Bielefeld-based MP Energie+Service AG (MP AG) via the Sustainable Infrastructure Fund II.
  • Advising PARQ energy on a bridge loan as well as on project development issues and project construction contracts for a photovoltaic project with a nominal output of approximately 38 MWp.
  • Advising the CEE Group on the acquisition of the Schönermark solar park in Brandenburg (80.9 MW), including merger control and antitrust law advice.

Information technology > IT transactions and outsourcing Tier 3

Public sector > Public procurement Tier 3

Taylor Wessing's strength in procurement advice in the healthcare, infrastructure and defense sectors leads to regular instructions from contracting authorities and contractors to assist with construction and infrastructure projects, contentious issues and IT-based procurement. In the latter area, the group has recently been particularly involved in cloud-based procurement in the defense sector. Review procedures and procurement contracts represent other core competencies, which are complemented by interface expertise in antitrust law; for the latter, practice head Marco Hartmann-Rüppel is a key contact. He is supported by Michael Brüggemann, who is well versed in PPP projects, among others.

Practice head(s):

Testimonials

‘Reliable and collegial cooperation.’

‘Michael Brüggemann: Excellent knowledge of procurement law. Good understanding of the needs and processes of the public sector. Pragmatic and focused. Explains complex legal topics in a way that is understandable even for non-lawyers.’

Key clients

Bezirk Oberbayern / Regierung von Oberbayern

Bundesministerium des Innern (BMI)

ITZ Bund

Flughafen Frankfurt Hahn GmbH

Brinkmann & Partner

Hessisches Ministerium für Wirtschaft, Energie, Verkehr und Wohnen

Land Berlin

HiSolutions AG

Landesbank Hessen-Thüringen (Helaba)

Marienhaus GmbH

Work highlights

  • Procurement advice to the Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI) on the procurement of an IT tool for license management and an AuK tool as part of the SIB IT measure for cloud-based collaborative work. Most recently, procurement advice on contract extension after the award of the contract.
  • Advising Landesbank Hessen-Thüringen (Helaba) on the operating time financing of twelve electric double-decker railcars of the Stadler KISS type and three single-decker electric railcars of the Stadler FLIRT XL type from the Swiss manufacturer Stadler.
  • Procurement advice to the Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI)/ITZ Bund on the Federal Cloud project, including the establishment of a cloud broker, the creation of an implementation strategy for the business model development of the ITZ-Bund as a cloud broker of the federal administration and cloud provider of the Federal Cloud, as well as support in the procurement process for the procurement of on-premise cloud.

Public sector > State aid Tier 3

In addition to providing advice on state aid and procurement law in the infrastructure sector, which regularly concerns the privatisation and financing of airlines, airports and ports, Taylor Wessing is well versed in advising hospital operators and state and federal ministries on issues relating to the compliance of hospital financing with state aid law; the group is headed by antitrust expert Marco Hartmann-Rüppel. State aid advice in the ​​public finance sector represents another mainstay. Procurement and state aid expert Michael Brüggemann is the key contact for numerous public sector and private company projects, where he advises on research and development aid, funding, grant decisions and grant contracts. He also represents clients before the EU Commission in state aid review, notifications and complaint proceedings, and before EU courts.

Practice head(s):

Marco Hartmann-Rüppel

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Very detailed state aid expertise.’

‘Michael Brüggemann; very hands-on, comprehensive knowledge of state aid law, pragmatic application to the facts of a case.’

Key clients

Berlin Energie

Flughafen Frankfurt Hahn GmbH

Marienhaus GmbH

Work highlights

  • State aid advice to Flughafen Frankfurt Hahn GmbH in an insolvency context. Conducting a bidding process in accordance with EU state aid law. In addition, advising the insolvency administrator of Flughafen Frankfurt-Hahn GmbH on the conduct of numerous ongoing court proceedings (administrative and civil courts) from a state aid law perspective.
  • Procurement and state aid law advice to Marienhaus Group in accordance with the Hospital Future Act; implementation of numerous digitisation projects in more than ten hospitals.
  • State aid advice to Berlin Energie on financing the acquisition of the Berlin district heating network.

Restructuring and insolvency > Restructuring Tier 3

Taylor Wessing's restructuring practice advises national and international companies from various sectors as well as banks, financial investors and institutional creditors, which are frequently supported in cross-border financial and operational restructuring, reorganisation and distressed M&A. Banks and international financial investors regularly instruct Hendrik Boss on financial restructuring, while Martin Heidrich focuses on operational restructuring as well as protective shield and self-administration proceedings; the duo co-leads the practice.

Practice head(s):

Testimonials

‘Strong negotiators with very good legal know-how.’

‘Martin Heidrich: Good negotiator – full of ideas.’

‘Hendrik Boss: Very tough and good representative of client interests.’

‘Very experienced and competent, commercial and anticipates what the client wants.’

‘Hendrik Boss is an ace in the field of insolvency-related consulting and transaction support, both on the seller and buyer side. His extensive, global network, specialist expertise and commitment are unique in the German-speaking market.’

‘Very thorough research leads to reliable information about the legal situation; outstanding ability to adapt to the needs and interests of the client.’

‘Christian Saueressig is extremely astute in legal analysis and achieves very good results in his examinations. He has the particularly excellent ability to present the results in a very concise and comprehensible manner. His willingness and ability to take on board the client’s legal considerations and suggestions and to implement them successfully is particularly noteworthy.’

‘Very good economic understanding, quick focus on the essential aspects of a specific case, good negotiators.’

Key clients

River Rock

Cordet Lending

LBBW

Kreissparkasse Biberach

Work highlights

  • Advising the insolvency administrator on the sale process of the insolvent Frankfurt Hahn Airport to investor TRIWO.

Transport > Advice to the transport sector Tier 3

Taylor Wessing focuses on transport-related asset financing such as the design of financing structures for aircraft and rail vehicles as well as the advice on state aid and procurement law matters. The latter topics form the core of Michael Brüggemann's expertise, while of counsel Norbert Kämper is well versed in planning law issues regarding airports and inland waterway ports. Tobias Schelinski offers transport-related IT know-how and Michael-Florian Ranft assists with China-related transactions; the latter primarily advises clients from the automotive sector.

Other key lawyers:

Alessa Steigertahl

Testimonials

‘Dynamic practice group, up to date, developments and topics – and all this in an extremely volatile and challenging ESG environment. High level of industry and specialist knowledge. Best accessibility.’

‘High level of expertise, good solutions and the necessary composure in critical and complex case scenarios.’

‘Taylor Wessing’s asset finance practice is characterized by its outstanding expertise in complex financial transactions, particularly in the rail sector. The team has an excellent international focus and offers exceptionally well thought-out solutions for its clients.’

‘Reliable and pleasant cooperation.’

‘Michael Brüggemann has excellent knowledge of procurement law. Good understanding of the needs and processes of the public sector. Pragmatic and focused. Explains complex legal topics in a way that is understandable even to non-lawyers (board members, etc.).’

‘The team is well structured and has outstanding expertise.’

‘Florian Ranft is a unique lawyer, very practical, solution-oriented and creative. A truly trustworthy advisor!’

‘In recent years, the team has been strengthened by specialists in the field of transport financing. This enables them to provide competent support for such mandates as well.’

Key clients

Audi

Duisburger Hafen AG

Enterprise-Rent-a-Car

FAAREN Group

Flink

General Catalyst

Great Wall Motors

Landesbank Hessen-Thüringen

sennder Technologies

Toyota

Work highlights

  • Advising Cambiaso Risso Group on the establishment of a joint venture with the insurance broker Leonhardt & Blumberg.
  • Advising the Faaren Group on a Series A financing by Gert Schaub.
  • Ongoing advice to Hyundai Motor Europe and other group companies on ​​IT, media and data protection law.

Banking and finance > Fintech Tier 4

Taylor Wessing's fintech team acts integrated into the financial regulatory practice and advises financial, payment and crypto asset services providers on industry-specific regulatory issues, the structuring of products and business models, market entry and licensing procedures. Recently, the team, led by financial market regulation expert Verena Ritter-Döring, increasingly acted across the payment sector and offers expertise in crypto and tokenisation issues.

Practice head(s):

Other key lawyers:

Charlotte Dreisigacker-Sartor

Key clients

Mimo Capital

Work highlights

  • Advising Mimo Capital AG on the introduction of a token issuance program.
  • Ongoing advice to a cloud provider on European and German outsourcing requirements.
  • Advising a music streaming provider on compliance with payment services regulations in the EU.

Banking and finance > Lending and borrowing Tier 4

Taylor Wessing comprehensively supports all aspects of financing and is frequently instructed by banks and borrowers from the industrial and infrastructure sectors in connection with corporate and acquisition financing. The team also advises on sustainability-related loan transactions and supports project and real estate financing in connection with large-scale infrastructure projects. Practice head Clemens Niedner is well versed in financial law as well as restructuring issues.

Practice head(s):

Testimonials

‘Our contact person Alper Utlu is particularly distinguished by the fact that he is always available, works in a solution-oriented manner, is a very good listener and is open to solutions.’

‘Very committed, reliable and high-performance team that uses creativity and pragmatism to develop very good solutions for each individual case.’

‘The collaboration with Claus Goedecke in particular is characterized by a high level of trust and professionalism. Very pragmatic, goal- and solution-oriented working and negotiating style.’

‘The TW team around Ulf Gosejacob is very pleasant to work with, knows the market and the needs of its clients.’

‘Very courteous cooperation, fast response times. Very pleasant cooperation.’

‘High level of industry knowledge, extensive experience in drafting extensive contracts, structured work, enjoyment of work, very high level of commitment (even on vacation).’

‘Clemens Niedner has many years of expertise in the field of syndicated financing. He knows the market and the market knows him. What sets him apart is that he works on both the client side and the bank side and in both positions he can negotiate fair and acceptable terms for both sides.’

Key clients

Deutsche Bank

Commerzbank

Landesbank Hessen-Thüringen (Helaba)

Bayerische Landesbank (BayernLB)

Norddeutsche Landesbank (Nord LB)

Landesbank Baden-Württemberg (LBBW)

DZ Bank

Sparkasse Bremen

Kreissparkasse Biberach

Berlin Energie Rekom 3

FLABEG

NORD Holding

Vetter Pharma

DAL Deutsche Anlagen-Leasing

Claret Capital Partners

Work highlights

  • Advising Berlin Energie Rekom 3 on the financing of the remunicipalisation of the Berlin district heating network.
  • Advising the FLABEG Group in connection with the new group financing.
  • Advising Vetter Pharma on a self-arranged €275 million loan.

Capital markets > Equity capital markets Tier 4

With Marc-Oliver Kurth as head of Taylor Wessing's capital markets practice and his specialisation in advising at the DCM and corporate interface, the team focuses on assisting companies with equity transactions, IPOs and hybrid instruments. The practice also handles delistings, general meetings and stock dividends and advise on follow-up obligations under capital markets law.

Practice head(s):

Marc-Oliver Kurth

Other key lawyers:

Oliver Rothley; Sebastian Beyer; Christian Köhler; Ralf Tietz

Testimonials

‘Very good market knowledge; good internal coordination; no loss of knowledge during handovers; fast.’

‘Oliver Rothley: Very easy to reach; resilient and “off-road”; fast and efficient; consistently high quality.’

‘Highly professional, extensive expertise, reasonable conditions.’

‘Very flexible, available at short notice, needs-oriented and pragmatic advice, always focused on the company’s interests. Particularly good personal cooperation.’

‘They are extremely responsive and highly qualified in the field. The work they produce is always highly professional, but also understandable and implementable.’

Key clients

Aroundtown SA

Grand City Properties SA

FSA e.V.

Triathlon Holding GmbH

Allane SE

aap Implantate AG

Deutsche Konsum Reit AG

TLG Immobilien AG

WCM Grundbesitz AG

Work highlights

  • Advising Aroundtown SA on the tender and exchange offer to holders of hybrid bonds accounted for as equity with the issuance of new hybrid bonds with a total volume of €1.1 billion.
  • Advising aap Implantate AG on the mandatory convertible bond with subscription offer.
  • Advising Triathlon Holding on the mandatory offer for Voltabox AG shares.

Dispute resolution > Commercial litigation Tier 4

Taylor Wessing has impressive experience in commercial and corporate disputes, including those relating to M&A; here, the group represents clients from the pharmaceutical industry as well as from the energy, technology and automotive sectors in official investigations and complex fraud and corruption cases. Product liability conflicts and product safety issues, for which practice head Philipp Behrendt and product liability specialist Henning Moelle are the key contacts, represent another practice cornerstone.

Practice head(s):

Philipp Behrendt

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘The team is one of the strongest in the industry. Philipp Behrendt in particular stands out and enjoys a high reputation nationwide.’

‘Philipp Behrendt is an institution, especially as a litigator, and has extensive experience across all legal proceedings.’

‘Taylor Wessing’s advice is always very to the point, which means it is both first-class from a legal perspective and also takes the commercial background into account. The advice is very individual and flexible.’

‘The service provided was second to none.’

‘Good resources, strategic approach, legally sound.’

Key clients

AstraZeneca

Bayer

Grünenthal

Work highlights

  • Representing AstraZeneca in all product liability proceedings relating to its Covid 19 vaccine.
  • Representation of Grünenthal in product liability litigation related to Contergan (thalidomide) worldwide.
  • Representation of Bayer regarding product liability relating to pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

Insurance > Insurance litigation Tier 4

In addition to advising (re)insurance groups on insurance supervision and reinsurance contract law, Taylor Wessing regularly represents insurers in the context of major losses, including coverage and recourse proceedings. The practice focuses on property, fire and construction losses and is also experienced in handling claims pertaining to cyber risks and D&O. Practice head Gunbritt Kammerer-Galahn comprehensively covers insurance supervision, insurance distribution and reinsurance contract law and is supported by Claus Peter Knufinke (industrial insurance matters, in particular major losses in connection with property damage and in technical insurance lines).

Practice head(s):

Other key lawyers:

Key clients

CHUBB European Group SE

Provinzial Versicherung AG

ERGO Group AG

MSIG

AXA Versicherung AG

Kommunaler Schadenausgleich (KSA)

Proxalto Lebensversicherung AG

Work highlights

  • Representation of CHUBB European Group SE in all property, liability and accident law disputes.
  • Representation and advice to Provinzial Versicherung AG in liability proceedings involving property damage, personal injury and financial loss.
  • Representation of ERGO Group AG in all legal disputes with former insurance agents.

Private equity > Transactions Tier 4

Taylor Wessing focuses on the mid-cap segment and offers support in traditional PE transactions as well as acquisitions, restructurings, exits, buy-and-build strategies and management participations. The team is experienced in advising portfolio shareholders and investors; the latter was among the recent growth areas. Maria Weiers (buy-outs and exits) and Michael Stein (buy-and-build strategies for financial investors) jointly lead the practice, which regularly advises across the life sciences, healthcare and technology sectors. The team was recently strengthened with the addition of Sven Schweneke (carve-out transactions and group restructurings) from Norton Rose Fulbright in June 2024 and the appointment of Marcel Leines (buy-outs and exits) to partner in January 2024.

Practice head(s):

Testimonials

‘Very committed team, good expertise, very structured.’

‘Christopher Peine – very good!’

Key clients

AFINUM

Alpina Partners

Apheon Capital / Ortivity

Borromin Capital Fund IV

Cordet Capital Partners

Digital Solution Group GmbH

EQT Infrastructure

Equistone

GREYHOUND Software

Inflexion

International Chemical Investors Group (ICIG)

Kiteworks

Mercurius Health

Mimo Capital AG

NordHolding / Zentrum Gesundheit Gruppe

Oakley Capital und IU Group

Oberberg Gruppe (Trilantic)

Pinova

Protect Medical Holding GmbH (Borromin Capital)

Sanecum (Adiuva Capital)

Sunday Natural GmbH

Transform8 GmbH

Trilantic

Work highlights

  • Advising Sunday Natural on the sale of a stake to CVC Capital Partners including re-investment in the acquisition structure.
  • Advising Kiteworks on the acquisition of ownCloud GmbH and DRACOON GmbH.
  • Advising Sanecum on various transactions in the healthcare sector, including transactions for the acquisition of nephrology and cardiology practices as well as radiology practices, including in the mid-cap sector.

Public sector > Planning and environment Tier 4

Taylor Wessing applies its environmental and planning law expertise in approval, planning approval and development plan procedures and is often instructed by public sector clients as well as industrial and retail companies. Alongside waste management, emission control, contaminated site law and compliance, its range of expertise also includes product-related environmental law. Regulatory know-how in the renewable energy and healthcare sectors complements the practice; practice head Oliver Klöck is one of the key contacts for the latter.

Practice head(s):

Key clients

CEE Group

Encavis AG

ECE Group / Deutsche Euroshop

Ministerium für Umwelt, Naturschutz und Verkehr NRW

MPC Capital

Work highlights

  • Advising CEE Group, including public law, on the acquisition of Schönermark solar park in Brandenburg (80.9 MW).
  • Ongoing advice to ECE Group on various topics, including the TIDE project, part of a district development in Hamburg’s HafenCity (ECE Work & Live).

Dispute resolution > Arbitration (including international arbitration) Tier 5

Taylor Wessing represents clients, particularly from the life sciences, manufacturing and technology, automotive, consumer goods and energy sectors, in numerous arbitration proceedings. These include proceedings to reverse arbitral awards, their recognition and enforcement, and the application for interim measures. Led by practice head Philipp Behrendt, the team also often acts as arbitrator. Donata Von Enzberg regularly acts as presiding arbitrator in DIS arbitration proceedings and as party-appointed arbitrator in ICC arbitration proceedings pertaining to damages claims.

Practice head(s):

Philipp Behrendt

Other key lawyers:

Donata von Enzberg

Key clients

AstraZeneca

Bayer

Grünenthal

Germany > Antitrust Tier 6

Taylor Wessing advises on antitrust proceedings, internal investigations, merger control, antitrust compliance and is well versed in supporting clients in cooperations with competitors. Among the most recent mainstays are the advice on digital antitrust law matters and civil damages claims. Practice head Marco Hartmann-Rüppel routinely assists with transactions as well as strategic cooperations at the IP interface and Stephan Manuel Nagel complements this offering with expertise in distribution antitrust and contract-related antitrust law.

Practice head(s):

Testimonials

‘Outstanding team! The collaboration is extremely hands-on and the team solves problems and provides valuable guidance without producing unnecessary paperwork. The results do not lack depth. We have found very innovative solutions more than once.’

‘Stephan Manuel Nagel is a top antitrust lawyer who is particularly distinguished by his ability to solve many problems spontaneously and provide immediate assistance. He sometimes develops very innovative solutions for complex problems. In any case, his advice is extremely solution-oriented and can be implemented without issues. He is a great person to deal with and an inspiring conversation partner.’

‘Niklas Melzer: Very practical advice.’

Key clients

Oddset Sportwetten

Amedes

B Capital Partners

BB Capital Management BV

Deutz AG

Diehl Defence

Duisburger Hafen AG

ExxonMobil

Flink

General Catalyst

INTERNATIONAL CHEMICAL INVESTORS S.E.

MITEL

Sunday Natural GmbH

thyssenkrupp AG

Work highlights

  • Antitrust and merger control advice to Sunday Natural Products GmbH, a provider of premium nutritional supplements, and its founder on the sale of a stake in Sunday Natural to private equity investor CVC Capital Partners VIII, including re-investment in the acquiring structure.
  • Advice to Duisburger Hafen AG on merger control and antitrust law, including filing with the European Commission in European merger control proceedings regarding the establishment of a joint venture with Samskip Holding BV and TX Logistik AG.
  • Antitrust and merger control advice to General Catalyst and investment control advice on the $223 million Series B financing for AI defense company Helsing.

Taylor Wessing is an international law firm – we provide legal advice to the most innovative companies and individuals. We are firmly rooted in our industries and work closely with our clients to solve complex problems and bring ideas and aspirations to life. We work with the world’s largest, most technology-intensive and innovative companies and many government institutions. From emerging start-ups to public sector companies and established multinationals, we support businesses in the technology, life sciences, telecoms, electronics, software, chemicals and automotive industries.

With over 1,200 lawyers in 29 offices in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the USA, we offer integrated legal advice at the highest level. Our German office is one of the largest in the Taylor Wessing network with more than 500 lawyers in our five offices in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg and Munich. With offices across Germany, we believe in the power of strong networks and common goals. We work closely with our national and international clients to understand the challenges and transformations they face from both a legal and commercial perspective. We attach great importance to developing innovative legal strategies that are both legally sound and practical to implement.

Our work is characterized by a deep connection with our clients. We see it as our duty not only to provide excellent legal advice, but also to act as pioneers for forward-looking legal solutions. We pride ourselves on getting things done and actively helping our clients to recognize and exploit their opportunities and successfully implement their visions.

Life Sciences & Healthcare:

Our healthcare team brings together renowned specialists from many different practice areas. We support you in transactions as well as in establishing, structuring, continuing and positioning healthcare facilities in the market. We advise medical service providers, in particular hospitals and their owners, medical care centres and large medical practices, health insurance companies, care home operators and other players in the healthcare sector, for example on medical law, employment and commercial law and on all issues relating to operational activities in the healthcare market.

Our main areas of expertise include medical and healthcare law, statutory and private health insurance law, as well as the structuring of co-operations and contracts in these areas.

With one of the largest pharmaceutical teams in Europe, we offer pharmaceutical companies – from global corporations to start-ups – comprehensive expertise to accelerate their growth and maintain their competitive advantage.

Our clients appreciate our pragmatic and strategic advice based on a thorough understanding of the technical, scientific and regulatory environment in which they operate.

We have highly renowned regulatory expertise across Europe, with a particular focus on Germany, the UK, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Austria/CEE, covering all aspects of pharmaceutical and medical device law during the entire product cycle. Our cross-jurisdictional and interdisciplinary EU regulatory team works closely with global pharmaceutical companies, advising them on strategic product promotions in Europe and beyond. Our team frequently conducts cross-border reviews, endeavouring to minimise market access while achieving end-to-end compliance.

Energy and infrastructure

We are proud to be one of the leading law firms in Germany and Europe-wide in the (renewable) energy sector, with extensive operational and regulatory experience and a wealth of detailed knowledge that is essential for the successful planning, implementation and operation of such projects. Taylor Wessing has been active in the renewable energy sector for more than 20 years and has market-leading expertise, inter alia on onshore and offshore wind, solar PV, storage, hydrogen and waste head, hydro and other sources of (renewable) energy.

In 2023, our international team advised on > 110 projects and transactions in the renewable energy and clean tech sectors with a total installed capacity of > 10 GW. This makes us one of the leading international law firms in the renewable energy sector.

We have market-leading expertise, particularly in transactions, power purchase agreements (PPAs), (energy) plant construction and the drafting and negotiation of EPC contracts as well as in securing land, planning and approval and project financing. Our experts in the fields of regulatory energy law and public law are central to our high-quality advice on renewable energy projects. Our full-service approach and extensive experience in all aspects of renewable energy project development, construction, operation, transactions and financing enable us to focus on the most important legal aspects of each project.

Real Estate

As an established part of the integrated ‘Real Estate, Infrastructure & Energy’ sector group, advising the real estate industry is one of Taylor Wessing’s most important focus sectors. In addition to the transaction business, we also successfully focus on the integration of real estate law with related legal practices. In addition to the real estate transactions, we advise clients in the area of asset management as the second pillar of our practice area on an ongoing and long-standing basis. The third main pillar is project development (including urban quarter development). Our Real Estate Group covers the entire spectrum of asset classes. In addition to other industry-specific events, our annual presence at the major real estate events MIPIM in Cannes and EXPO REAL in Munich is worthy of special mention. We are a member of several associations, including the ZIA, the Brownfield Association and the GDA, in which we actively contribute and engage our expertise and network.

Technology, Media & Communications

Our Technology, Media and Communications Group is at the forefront of this dynamic and rapidly evolving sector. With a team of international industry specialists, we provide comprehensive legal services to clients across the digital landscape, from global market leaders to innovative start-ups.

Our presence in Europe, Asia and the Middle East makes us a first choice for US companies seeking to expand internationally through acquisitions or foreign investment. We offer expertise in all aspects of business operations, including mergers and acquisitions, venture capital, employment, IT, intellectual property, real estate, contract law, tax structuring and dispute resolution.

With deep industry knowledge and a commitment to tailored legal solutions, we help clients navigate the complexities of the digital world and achieve their business goals.

Private Wealth

Our Private Wealth Group is distinguished by its expertise and experience in serving the unique needs of high net worth clients. We work with domestic and international family businesses, entrepreneurial families, family offices, high net worth individuals, foundations and overseas trusts, building long-term relationships based on trust and close collaboration.

We provide a full range of legal services tailored to private wealth management. These include corporate and tax structuring, investment and divestment advice, and intergenerational wealth and business succession solutions.

Our team includes leading experts in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, domestic and international asset structuring, real estate, tax and wealth succession. We are committed to delivering tailored legal strategies that protect and enhance our clients’ wealth for generations to come.

Corporate / M&A

In an interconnected world, you need to operate internationally with ease. Local knowledge and an understanding of cultural differences can be a defining factor in the success of a deal. Covering 17 jurisdictions, our team has an outstanding record in cross-border M&A. We solve complicated issues and make your deal a seamless experience.

We can help throughout your business journey. From set-up and early-stage funding to larger investments like private equity and M&A, we act on buy-side and sell-side deals of all shapes and sizes. Whether it’s an IPO, public takeover or private M&A, national or international, our extensive commercial experience will help make your transaction a success.

Our people are connected to their clients’ sectors and enjoy working at the forefront of new areas of law and regulation. Our specialist knowledge lets us identify potential challenges before they become issues, de-risk transactions and get you the best outcome possible.

Advising some of the world’s most innovative businesses means we’re widely recognised for our deep expertise in technology, media and communications, life sciences and healthcare, real estate and energy, industrials and private wealth. But we also have a strong background in cross-border M&A, capital markets and corporate restructuring for clients who are reshaping more traditional sectors such as financial services or consumer goods.

Intellectual Property: Trade marks

The focus of the German group is on representing international clients in the development of new products and marketing strategies, the realization, management and safeguarding of their core assets such as trademarks, goodwill and trade secrets as well as in litigation matters for the protection and enforcement of their rights against competitors and product pirates. We advise on international advertising measures and campaigns and are known for our market-leading expertise in green advertising.

Real Estate and Construction:  Construction

We advise on all aspects of major projects worldwide throughout their entire life cycle, from pre-contractual planning and development to the negotiation and conclusion of the relevant contracts through to the realisation and implementation of the project, including claims management.

We also represent our clients in legal proceedings in state courts as well as in national and international arbitration proceedings.

In particular, we advise on:

(1) drafting and negotiating contracts in connection with the engineering, design, procurement, construction, operation and maintenance of large production and manufacturing plants, (2) advising on international standard contracts in plant construction, (3) advising on co-operations (associations and joint ventures) and consortium agreements, (4) contract, amendment and claims management in close co-operation with the project teams, (5) conducting national and international litigation and arbitration proceedings.

Real Estate and Construction: Project Development

We advise on major projects from the planning stage through to completion. In this complex convergence of multi-layered interests, we advise on logistics, the regulatory framework and complex, interlocking contractual structures with a focus on planning, securing approvals, procurement, site option control, financing and documentation. We have comprehensive expertise in energy (infrastructure) projects as well as in the areas of life sciences, healthcare and real estate/construction.

TMT

We are one of the most internationally networked law firms in the fields of technology, media and communications and support companies worldwide – from start-ups to billion-dollar “unicorns”, from foundation to IPO.

We offer expertise in all areas of cyber security, data protection and the IT sector in general. It is essential for TMT to always be up to date with the latest developments in order to actively support clients with new regulations, whether national or international.

Our clients, many of whom have been represented by Taylor Wessing since their inception, include some of the largest technology and media companies in the world, including numerous Silicon Valley pioneers. They particularly value our strategic, tactical and operational technical advice. We advise numerous renowned investors – from leading early-stage funds and major international venture capital firms to corporate investors and sovereign wealth funds.

Our technology, media and communications experts have industry-specific expertise, know-how in disruptive technologies and international connections to investors. This makes us a highly sought-after and reliable partner for innovation leaders in the technology sector.

Our specialised data protection team is proud to be one of the largest in Germany and has more than 20 years of experience in providing excellent data protection advice to medium-sized companies and multinational corporations, especially in the automotive and the health care sectors.

We provide practical, pragmatic, and business-oriented advice in all areas of data protection law.

We are considered to be one of the leading law firms for IT law and data protection law in Germany.

Private Equity: Venture Capital

Our venture capital team is recognised as one of the strongest in Europe, providing comprehensive advice to clients at all stages of their lifecycle, from ‘cradle to liquidity’. Our international presence spans key technology hubs including Silicon Valley, London, Berlin, Paris and Amsterdam. This global reach allows us to see all sides of the investment dialogue, enabling us to understand and prioritise commercial drivers, thereby increasing efficiency in managing transactions.

We represent a wide range of high-profile investors, from prominent early stage funds and leading international venture capital firms to corporate investors and sovereign wealth funds. We also work with many of the world’s most successful early and growth stage companies. Our team has been involved in numerous high-profile investments over the past decade and many of our clients have been with us since their inception, valuing our strategic, tactical and technical advice.

Our deep industry knowledge and extensive experience make us a trusted partner for venture capital investments, helping our clients achieve their business goals and drive innovation.

Trade and Distribution : Trade, Distribution and Logistics

Our Commercial Agreements and Distribution practice is one of the market leaders. We advise our clients on all aspects of commercial and distribution law, optimise contracts and minimise risks. Above all, we offer practical solutions.

Current key advisory topics include:

  • the massive statutory regulation of technical and safety-related requirements for products (“statutory product requirements”, “CE mark” etc.)
  • price adjustments and other challenges of long supply chains in a globalised world
  • the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (valid since 2023 for companies with more than 3,000 employees / from 2024 for companies with more than 1,000 employees in Germany)
  • the new competition law for distribution agreements, the EU Vertical Block Exemption Regulation (valid since 1 June 2022), which generally gives suppliers more leeway in the design of their distribution networks and agreements

We support our clients in their operational business – from drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts and assisting with their implementation (in particular in the event of defects/product errors) to representing them in national and international court and arbitration proceedings. We also offer strategic advice, for example assisting our clients with market entries as well as the restructuring of existing and the setting up of new distribution systems.

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Managing Partner Olaf Kranz
Member of the Management Board Robert Wethmar
Member of the Management Board Marc André Gimmy
Member of the Management Board Marc-Oliver Kurth
Member of the Management Board Sabine Schomaker
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Taylor Wessing ist eine internationale Anwaltskanzlei – wir erbringen Rechtsberatung für die innovativsten Unternehmen und Personen. Wir sind in unseren Branchen fest verankert und arbeiten eng mit unseren Mandanten zusammen, um komplexe Probleme zu lösen und Ideen und Bestrebungen zum Erfolg zu verhelfen. Wir sind für die größten, technologieintensivsten und innovativsten Unternehmen der Welt und sehr viele staatliche Institutionen tätig. Von aufstrebenden Start-ups über die Unternehmen der öffentlichen Hand bis hin zu etablierten multinationalen Konzernen unterstützen wir Unternehmen in den Branchen Technologie, Life Sciences, Telekommunikation, Elektronik, Software, Chemie und Automotive.

Mit über 1.200 Anwälten an 29 Standorten in Europa, dem Mittleren Osten, Asien und den USA bieten wir integrierte Rechtsberatung auf höchstem Niveau. Unsere deutsche Sozietät ist eine der größten im Taylor Wessing Netzwerk mit mehr als 500 Anwälten und Anwältinnen an unseren fünf Standorten in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg und München. Mit Standorten über ganz Deutschland verteilt glauben wir an die Stärke von starken Netzwerken und gemeinsamen Zielen. Wir arbeiten eng mit unseren nationalen und internationalen Mandanten zusammen, um die Herausforderungen und Transformationen, vor denen sie stehen, sowohl aus rechtlicher als auch aus wirtschaftlicher Perspektive zu verstehen. Wir legen großen Wert darauf, innovative Rechtsstrategien zu entwickeln, die sowohl juristisch rechtssicher, als auch pragmatisch umsetzbar sind.

Unsere Arbeit ist geprägt von einer tiefen Verbundenheit mit unseren Mandanten. Wir sehen es als unsere Aufgabe, nicht nur exzellente Rechtsberatung zu bieten, sondern auch als Wegbereiter für zukunftsweisende rechtliche Lösungen zu agieren. Wir sind stolz darauf, die Dinge anzupacken und aktiv dazu beizutragen, dass unsere Mandanten ihre Chancen erkennen und nutzen können, sowie ihre Visionen erfolgreich umsetzen.

Life Sciences & Healthcare

Unser Healthcare-Team vereint im Markt anerkannte Spezialisten aus vielen verschiedenen Rechtsbereichen. Wir unterstützen Sie bei Transaktionen sowie der Errichtung, Strukturierung, Weiterführung und Marktpositionierung von Gesundheitseinrichtungen. Wir beraten medizinische Leistungserbringer, insbesondere Krankenhäuser und deren Träger, Medizinische Versorgungszentren und Großpraxen, Krankenkassen, Heimbetreiber und andere Akteure im Gesundheitswesen u. a. im Medizin- und Vertragsarztrecht, im Arbeits- und Gesellschaftsrecht und in allen Fragen rund um die operative Tätigkeit im Gesundheitsmarkt.

Zu unseren Beratungsschwerpunkten gehören das Arzt- und Krankenhausrecht sowie das Recht der Gesetzlichen und Privaten Krankenversicherung, ferner auch die Gestaltung von Kooperationen und Verträgen auf diesen Gebieten.

Mit einem der größten Pharmateams Europas bieten wir Pharmaunternehmen – von globalen Konzernen bis hin zu Start-ups – umfassende Expertise, um ihr Wachstum zu beschleunigen und ihren Wettbewerbsvorteil zu erhalten. Unsere Mandanten schätzen unsere pragmatische und strategische Beratung, die auf einem gründlichen Verständnis des technischen, wissenschaftlichen und regulatorischen Umfelds basiert, in dem sie tätig sind.

Wir verfügen über eine hoch angesehene regulatorische Expertise in ganz Europa mit besonderem Schwerpunkt auf Deutschland, Großbritannien, Frankreich, Belgien, den Niederlanden und Österreich/CEE, die alle Aspekte des Arzneimittel- und Medizinprodukterechts während des gesamten Produktzyklus abdeckt. Unser rechtsgebietsübergreifendes und interdisziplinäres EU-Regulierungsteam arbeitet eng mit globalen Pharmaunternehmen zusammen und berät sie bei strategischen Produktförderungen in Europa und darüber hinaus. Unser Team führt häufig grenzüberschreitende Überprüfungen durch und versucht dabei, ein Minimum an Marktzugängen zu erreichen und gleichzeitig eine durchgängige Konformität zu erzielen.

Energy & Infrastructure

Wir sind stolz darauf, eine der führenden Anwaltskanzleien in Deutschland und europaweit im Bereich der (erneuerbaren) Energien zu sein. Wir verfügen über umfangreiche operative und regulatorische Erfahrungen und eine Fülle von Detailkenntnissen, die für die erfolgreiche Planung, Umsetzung und den Betrieb solcher Projekte unerlässlich sind. Taylor Wessing ist seit mehr als 20 Jahren im Bereich der erneuerbaren Energien tätig und verfügt über eine marktführende Expertise, u.a. in den Bereichen Onshore- und Offshore-Windkraft, Photovoltaik, Speicherung, Wasserstoff- und Recycling, Wasserkraft und anderen (erneuerbaren) Energiequellen.

Im Jahr 2023 beriet unser internationales Team bei > 110 Projekten und Transaktionen in den Bereichen erneuerbare Energien und Clean Tech mit einer installierten Gesamtkapazität von > 10 GW. Damit sind wir eine der führenden internationalen Kanzleien im Bereich der erneuerbaren Energien.

Wir verfügen über marktführende Expertise, insbesondere bei Transaktionen, Stromabnahmeverträgen (PPAs), (Energie-)Anlagenbau und der Gestaltung und Verhandlung von EPC-Verträgen sowie bei der Grundstückssicherung, Planung und Genehmigung und Projektfinanzierung. Unsere Experten auf den Gebieten des Energieregulierungsrechts und des öffentlichen Rechts stehen im Mittelpunkt unserer hochwertigen Beratung bei Projekten im Bereich der erneuerbaren Energien. Unser Full-Service-Ansatz und unsere umfassende Erfahrung in allen Aspekten der Entwicklung, des Baus, des Betriebs, der Transaktion und der Finanzierung von Projekten im Bereich der erneuerbaren Energien ermöglichen es uns, uns auf die wichtigsten rechtlichen Aspekte eines jeden Projekts zu konzentrieren.

Real Estate

Die Beratung der Real Estate Branche stellt als etablierter Teil der gebündelten Sektorgruppe “Real Estate, Infrastructure & Energy“ eine der wichtigsten Fokusbranchen der Sozietät Taylor Wessing dar. Über das Transaktionsgeschäft hinaus fokussieren wir uns auch erfolgreich auf die Verzahnung des Immobilienrechts mit angrenzenden Rechtsgebieten. Neben dem Transaktionsgeschäft beraten wir Mandant:innen im Bereich des Asset Managements als zweite Säule unserer Beratungsleistungen laufend und auf langjähriger Basis. Die dritte Beratungssäule bildet der Bereich Projektentwicklungen (inkl. Quartiersentwicklungen). Bedient wird von unserer Real Estate Gruppe das gesamte Spektrum an Assetklassen. Neben weiteren branchenspezifischen Veranstaltungen ist unsere jährliche Präsenz auf der MIPIM in Cannes und der EXPO REAL in München als bedeutsame Real Estate Events hervorzuheben. Wir sind unter anderem Mitglied in mehreren Verbänden, wie ZIA, dem Brownfield Verband sowie der GDA, in die wir uns mit unserer Expertise und unserem Netzwerk aktiv einbringen und engagieren.

Technology, Media & Communications

Unsere Technologie-, Medien- und Kommunikationsgruppe ist führend in dem dynamischen und sich schnell entwickelnden Sektor. Mit einem Team internationaler Branchenspezialisten bieten wir umfassende Rechtsberatung für Mandanten aus der gesamten digitalen Welt, von globalen Marktführern bis hin zu innovativen Start-ups.

Unsere Präsenz in Europa, Asien und dem Nahen Osten macht uns zur ersten Wahl für US-Unternehmen, die durch Übernahmen oder Investitionen im Ausland international expandieren wollen. Wir bieten Expertise in allen Aspekten des Geschäftsbetriebs, einschließlich Fusionen und Übernahmen, Risikokapital, Beschäftigung, IT, geistiges Eigentum, Immobilien, Vertragsrecht, Steuerstrukturierung und Streitbeilegung.

Mit unseren fundierten Branchenkenntnissen und unserem Engagement für maßgeschneiderte rechtliche Lösungen helfen wir unseren Mandanten, sich in der komplexen digitalen Welt zurechtzufinden und ihre Geschäftsziele zu erreichen.

Private Wealth

Unsere Private Wealth Group zeichnet sich durch Kompetenz und Erfahrung in der Betreuung vermögender Mandanten aus. Wir arbeiten mit nationalen und internationalen Familienunternehmen, Unternehmerfamilien, Family Offices, High-net-worth individuals, Stiftungen und ausländischen Trusts zusammen und bauen langfristige Beziehungen auf, die auf Vertrauen und enger Zusammenarbeit beruhen.

Wir bieten eine breite Palette von Rechtsdienstleistungen an, die auf die Verwaltung von Privatvermögen zugeschnitten sind. Dazu gehören die gesellschafts- und steuerrechtliche Strukturierung, die Beratung bei Investitionen und Desinvestitionen sowie Lösungen für die Vermögensübertragung zwischen den Generationen und die Unternehmensnachfolge.

Unser Team besteht aus führenden Experten in den Bereichen Gesellschaftsrecht, Mergers & Acquisitions, nationale und internationale Vermögensstrukturierung, Immobilien, Steuern und Vermögensnachfolge. Unser Ziel ist es, maßgeschneiderte rechtliche Strategien zu entwickeln, die das Vermögen unserer Mandanten über Generationen hinweg schützen und fördern.

Corporate / M&A

In einer vernetzten Welt müssen Sie problemlos international agieren können. Lokale Kenntnisse und das Verständnis kultureller Unterschiede können ein entscheidender Faktor für den Erfolg einer Transaktion sein. Unser Team deckt 17 Jurisdiktionen ab und verfügt über eine herausragende Erfahrung im Bereich grenzüberschreitender M&A Transaktionen. Wir lösen komplizierte Probleme und sorgen dafür, dass Ihr Deal reibungslos über die Bühne geht.

Wir können Sie während der gesamten Unternehmenslaufbahn unterstützen. Von der Gründung und Early-stage Finanzierung bis hin zu größeren Investitionen wie Private Equity und M&A sind wir bei Transaktionen aller Art und Größe auf der Käufer- und Verkäuferseite tätig. Ganz gleich, ob es sich um einen Börsengang, eine öffentliche Übernahme oder eine private M&A-Transaktion auf nationaler oder internationaler Ebene handelt, unsere umfassende kommerzielle Erfahrung wird dazu beitragen, dass Ihre Transaktion ein Erfolg wird.

Unsere Rechtsexperten sind mit den Branchen unserer Mandanten tief verbunden und arbeiten regelmäßig an der Spitze neuer Rechts- und Regulierungsbereiche. Dank unseres Fachwissens können wir potenzielle Herausforderungen erkennen, bevor sie zu Problemen werden, das Risiko von Transaktionen verringern und für Sie das bestmögliche Ergebnis erzielen.

Die Beratung einiger der innovativsten Unternehmen der Welt bedeutet, dass wir weithin für unser umfassendes Fachwissen in den Bereichen Technologie, Medien und Kommunikation, Life Sciences und Healthcare, Construction und Energy, Industrials und Private Wealth anerkannt sind.

Intellectual Property (Trade Marks & Unfair Competition)

Der Schwerpunkt der deutschen Gruppe liegt auf der Vertretung internationaler Mandanten bei der Entwicklung neuer Produkte und Marketingstrategien, der Verwertung, Verwaltung und Sicherung ihrer Markenportfolios, Firmenwerte und Geschäftsgeheimnisse sowie bei der Prozessführung zum Schutz und zur Durchsetzung ihrer Rechte gegen Wettbewerber und Produktpiraten. Wir beraten bei der strategischen Gestaltung von international ausgelegten Werbemaßnahmen und -kampagnen und sind bekannt für unsere marktführende Expertise in Green Advertising.

Immobilien- und Baurecht: Projektentwicklungen

Wir begleiten Großprojekte von der Planung bis zur Fertigstellung. In dieser komplexen Konvergenz vielschichtiger Interessen beraten wir u.a. zur Logistik, zum regulatorischen Rahmen und zu komplexen, ineinandergreifenden Vertragsstrukturen mit den Schwerpunkten Planung, Genehmigungssicherung, Beschaffung, Standortoptionskontrolle, Finanzierung und Dokumentation. Wir verfügen über umfangreiche Expertise bei Energie(infrastruktur)projekten sowie in den Bereichen Life Sciences und Healthcare und Immobilien/Bau.

Immobilien- und Baurecht: Baurecht

Wir betreuen und beraten Großprojekte weltweit während ihres gesamten Lebenszyklus, von der vorvertraglichen Planung und Entwicklung über die Verhandlungen und den Abschluss der entsprechenden Verträge bis hin zur Umsetzung und Durchführung des Projekts einschließlich des Claims Managements. Bei Bedarf vertreten wir unsere Mandanten auch in Gerichtsverfahren vor staatlichen Gerichten sowie in nationalen und internationalen Schiedsgerichtsverfahren. Insbesondere beraten wir zu

(1) Gestaltung und Verhandlung von Verträgen im Zusammenhang mit dem Engineering, Design, der Beschaffung, dem Bau, der Inbetriebnahme, dem Betrieb und der Instandhaltung von großen Produktions- und Prozessanlagen, (2) Beratung zu internationalen Standardverträgen im Anlagenbau, (3) Beratung bei Kooperationen (Verbände und Joint Ventures) und Konsortialverträgen, (4) Vertrags-, Nachtrags- sowie Claims-Management in enger Zusammenarbeit mit den Projektteams, (5) Führen von nationalen und internationalen Gerichts- und Schiedsverfahren.

TMT

Wir sind in den Bereichen Technologie, Medien und Kommunikation eine der international am stärksten vernetzten Anwaltskanzleien und begleiten weltweit Unternehmen – vom Start-up bis zum milliardenschweren „Unicorn“, von der Gründung bis zum Börsengang.

Wir bieten Expertise in allen Bereichen der Cyber-Sicherheit, des Datenschutzes und der IT-Branche generell an. Für die TMT ist es essenziell immer auf dem neuesten Stand der Dinge zu sein, um dem Mandanten bei neuen Verordnungen, sei es national oder länderübergreifend, tatkräftig unter die Arme zu greifen.

Zu unseren Mandanten, viele werden seit ihrer Gründung von Taylor Wessing vertreten, zählen einige der größten Technologie- und Medienunternehmen der Welt, darunter zahlreiche Silicon-Valley-Pioniere. Sie schätzen besonders unsere strategische, taktische und operative technische Beratung. Wir betreuen zahlreiche renommierte Investoren – von den führenden Frühphasenfonds und großen internationalen Risikokapitalgesellschaften bis hin zu Unternehmensinvestoren und Staatsfonds.

Unsere Expertinnen und -Experten aus dem Bereich Technologie, Medien und Kommunikation verfügen über branchenspezifisches Fachwissen, Know-how in disruptiven Technologien und internationale

Verbindungen zu Investoren. Das macht uns zu einem sehr gefragten und verlässlichen Partner für die Innovationsführer der Technologie-Branche.

Dazu ist unser auf Datenschutz spezialisiertes Team eines der größten in Deutschland und verfügt über mehr als 20 Jahre Erfahrung in der datenschutzrechtlichen Beratung von mittelständischen Unternehmen und multinationalen Konzernen, insbesondere in der Automobil- und Gesundheitsbranche.

Wir beraten praxisnah, pragmatisch und wirtschaftsorientiert in allen Bereichen des Datenschutzrechts.

Wir gelten als eine der führenden Kanzleien für IT-Recht und Datenschutzrecht in Deutschland.

Private Equity: Venture Capital

Unser Venture Capital-Team ist als eines der stärksten in Europa bekannt und bietet unseren Mandanten umfassende Beratung in allen Phasen des Lebenszyklus, von der “Wiege bis zur Barkasse”. Unsere internationale Präsenz umfasst die wichtigsten Technologiezentren wie Silicon Valley, London, Berlin, Paris und Amsterdam. Diese globale Reichweite ermöglicht es uns, alle Seiten des Investitionsdialogs zu sehen, die wirtschaftlichen Faktoren zu verstehen und zu priorisieren und dadurch die Effizienz des Transaktionsmanagements zu steigern.

Wir vertreten ein breites Spektrum hochkarätiger Investoren, von prominenten Frühphasenfonds und führenden internationalen Venture Capital-Gesellschaften bis hin zu Unternehmensinvestoren und Staatsfonds. Darüber hinaus arbeiten wir mit vielen der weltweit erfolgreichsten Unternehmen in der Früh- und Wachstumsphase zusammen. Unser Team war in den letzten zehn Jahren an zahlreichen hochkarätigen Investitionen beteiligt, und viele unserer Mandanten arbeiten seit ihrer Gründung mit uns zusammen und schätzen unsere strategische, taktische und technische Beratung.

Unser fundiertes Branchenwissen und unsere langjährige Erfahrung machen uns zu einem verlässlichen Partner für Venture Capital-Investitionen, der seine Mandanten dabei unterstützt, Geschäftsziele zu erreichen und Innovationen voranzutreiben.

Handels- und Vertriebsrecht: Handel, Vertrieb und Logistik

Unsere Praxisgruppe Commercial Agreements and Distribution gehört zu den Marktführern in Deutschland. Wir beraten unsere Mandanten in allen Aspekten des Handels- und Vertriebsrechts, auch international, optimieren Verträge und minimieren Risiken. Vor allem bieten wir praktische Lösungen.

Aktuelle Beratungsthemen sind:

  • die massive gesetzliche Regulierung der technischen- und sicherheitsbezogenen Anforderungen an Produkte („gesetzliche Produktanforderungen“, „CE-Zeichen“ & Co.),
  • Preisanpassungen und sonstige Herausforderungen langer Lieferketten in einer globalisierten Welt,
  • das Lieferkettensorgfaltspflichtengesetz (gültig seit 2023 für Unternehmen mit mehr als 3.000 Mitarbeitenden / ab 2024 für Unternehmen mit mehr als 1.000 Mitarbeitenden) und
  • das neue Wettbewerbsrecht für Vertriebsverträge, die Vertikal-GVO (gültig seit 1. Juni 2022), die Anbietern generell mehr Spielraum bei der Gestaltung ihrer Vertriebsnetze und -verträge gewährt.

Wir begleiten unsere Mandanten in deren operativen Geschäft – über die Gestaltung, Prüfung und Verhandlung von Verträgen sowie die Unterstützung bei deren Durchführung (insbesondere bei Mängeln/Produktfehlern) bis hin zur Vertretung in nationalen und internationalen Gerichts- und Schiedsgerichtsverfahren. Zudem helfen wir Mandanten beim Markteintritt bzw. bei der Umstrukturierung bestehender neuer Vertriebssysteme.

Department Name Email Telephone
Managing Partner Dr. Oliver Bertram
Management Board Ulf Gosejacob
Management Board Dr. Roland Schmidt-Bleker
COO/CFO Oliver Krappe
Legal Tech & Legal Operations : Auch Legal Tech und Legal Operations sind Grundbestandteile der Kanzleistrategie. Alle Fachbereiche sind aufgefordert, Entwicklungspotential in diesen Bereichen aufzuzeigen und werden durch ein externes Legal Tech Team bei der Umsetzung unterstützt. Taylor Wessing hat bereits einige eigene Legal Tech Tools entwickelt und im laufenden Einsatz bei der effizienten Beratung der Mandantschaft.

Diversity and inclusion at Taylor Wessing

In order for our employees to be successful, we promote a culture of inclusion in which we can work in harmony with our values, learn from each other and develop. Our corporate culture is characterised by mutual respect and appreciation for each individual.

Regardless of gender, marital status, sexual identity, disability, age, religion or origin, we offer equal career opportunities and make it possible to combine work, family and leisure time through part-time work, home office and sabbaticals. We endeavour to drive forward new and effective initiatives in order to achieve our goals as quickly as possible.

Equal opportunities for men and women

20 % of our partners are women (as of 2022). We are committed to increasing the number of female partners in the coming years. We are making good progress in a number of areas of law and sharing best practice across all areas of our firm.

We support women to develop in leadership positions. We have an international programme for female leaders that provides a forum for our partners to network and learn from each other as they develop their practice.

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