Zenk Rechtsanwälte impresses with comprehensive expertise in food law, which covers traditional aspects as well as the support in novel foods, infant and children's products and foods for special medical purposes (FSMP). This is complemented by competencies in interfacing matters such as medical devices, cosmetics, animal feed and tobacco products. The team advises on the entire value chain of a product including development, production, advertising, product feedback as well as the growth area crisis management and recalls; clients also benefit from the expertise in interfacing IP matters. Stefanie Hartwig regularly advises companies from the consumer goods sector on trademark and competition law as well as on product law. Sonja Schulz is well versed in crisis management and handles compliance, product liability and recall issues; here, Hartwig is also a key contact. Both regularly join forces with Carsten Oelrichs and take the lead in matters pertaining to labeling, advertising and marketing; all three are based in Hamburg and are the practice management. Lisa Feuerhake, who was appointed to partner in January 2024, is another key contacts and comprehensively covers food law.

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Key clients

  • Axxence Aromatic GmbH
  • Bayerischer Brauerbund e.V.
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