SZA Schilling, Zutt & Anschütz Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft

SZA Schilling, Zutt & Anschütz Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft acts in product liability and insolvency disputes as well as in corporate, antitrust and post-M&A conflicts, with key contacts including Stefan Zeyher, Philipp Rüppell, Jochem Reichert and Ben Steinbrück. Thomas Liebscher, who advises on corporate, group and capital market law as well as M&A, and Michael Molitoris, who is experienced in product liability and insurance disputes, are other names to note. Counsel Isabel Fischer focuses on commercial, corporate and contractual disputes.

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'I think that the deep market knowledge and our specific sector is one of the key factors in the success of the team and its strength. This leads to a well-focused opinion on a particular topic, speed of response and absolute competence.'
'Michael Molitoris: One of the best European lawyers in the field of product liability and with an unrepeatable knowledge of the automotive sector. This expertise and his experience make his advice absolutely indispensable for us.'
'Michael Molitoris: Is particularly characterised by practical legal advice. His suggested solutions are always on point.'
'Philipp Rüppell: Is the best when it comes to organising complex issues, getting to the point, developing a strategy and negotiating.'
'Strong team with high partner presence.'
'Thomas Liebscher: A very good lawyer.'

Advice and representation of Bayer AG in connection with investors' damages claims against Bayer due to the alleged violation of disclosure obligations in the takeover of Monsanto with a current total amount of more than €3 billion. There are more than 30 lawsuits from around 340 plaintiffs pending at the Cologne Regional Court.
Advice and legal representation of AUDI AG in connection with the 'diesel issue'; here in particular strategic advice and representation in the so-called VTDI cases (engines developed in-house by AUDI AG); also advising on foreign class actions.
Advising the global US group Diebold Nixdorf Inc. on adjudication proceedings in connection with the conclusion of a control and profit transfer agreement as well as in adjudication proceedings in connection with the implementation of a squeeze-out.