Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH is considered a popular address for international arbitration proceedings related to energy law as well as for investment arbitration proceedings, which are primarily handled by practice head Richard Happ, while disputes arising from plant construction and infrastructure projects – in the context of which Tim Rauschning is considered to be particularly experienced – as well as product liability and cartel damages mass proceedings are also part of the practice’s repertoire. Numerous Chinese and German clients further call upon the team’s expertise in proceedings before international arbitration and Chinese state courts, particularly in connection with medical protective equipment and disrupted supply relationships; Katharina Klenk-Wernitzki stands out for her expertise in disputes in the German-Chinese context.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Deep knowledge of the subject matter and the industry. The team always strives to understand the issues in detail in order to incorporate them into the legal case with maximum effect. '
- 'Richard Happ: A bright mind who pursues his goals sensitively and imaginatively for the benefit of the client.'
Key clients
- E.ON SE
- RWE AG
- Jungfer Druckerei und Verlag GmbH
Work highlights
- Representation of RWE AG in arbitration proceedings against the Kingdom of the Netherlands for damages due to the early closure of the Eemshaven coal-fired power plant due to the Dutch coal phase-out.
- Representing E.ON SE in investment protection proceedings before the World Bank Arbitration Court against the Kingdom of Spain due to serious, fundamental changes in the remuneration regime for renewable energies in Spain.
