GvW Graf von Westphalen

GvW Graf von Westphalen frequent cross-border advice moves within the mid-cap sphere, where the team acts on both the buyer and seller side. The client base is made up of national and international investors and companies, which are often advised on transactions relating to China, the US and the UK. In keeping with the practice's international approach, Ritesh Rajani is also well versed in cross-border M&A and PE transactions; he jointly heads the practice with Markus Sachslehner, who primarily handles M&A, PE and VC matters in the automotive sector and is also a member of the firm's US desk. Benjamin Schwarzfischer, who often assists family offices, made partner in January 2024, while Peter Trösser (sector focus on healthcare and life sciences) joined from Arnecke Sibeth Dabelstein in October 2023.