Thomas Gädtke
DLA PiperDLA Piper represents national and international companies in the automotive, TMT and life sciences sectors in disputes relating to liability, contract and corporate law and also has expertise in mass litigation. Practice head Thomas Gädtke is considered a specialist in the latter segment, who is also well versed in product and corporate liability as well as in financial services conflicts. Investment protection proceedings as well as commercial and infrastructure disputes are part of Marc Jacob's repertoire, while Wolfgang Jäger has experience in commercial contract litigation and civil damages prosecution; Frank Roth is a sought-after contact for contentious insolvency and joint venture matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'Very focused, legally outstanding and efficient.'
- 'Frank Roth: Impresses with his clear view of the essentials and his efficient management of cases.'
- 'Quick response to inquiries. Covers all relevant legal areas, including in an international context.'
- 'Frank Roth: Precise, practice-oriented, strategic and cost-conscious thinking.'
- 'The team is very active in German litigation. Wolfgang Jäger has an incredible wealth of experience in German court cases.'
- 'Wolfgang Jäger: Very stubborn and doesn't let up easily. Don't want him on the opposite side.'
- 'Thomas Gädtke: Enjoys a high reputation and offers well-thought-out strategic business advice.'
Key clients
- Atos Information Technology GmbH
- Discovery Communications Deutsch-land GmbH & Co. KG ProSieben /SevenOneEntertainment RTL Television WeltN24
- Seven.One Entertainment Group GmbH / ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
Work highlights
- Defending an international corporation with companies in Malta and Gibraltar against numerous damages claims in Germany and Austria in connection with the offering of allegedly illegal online gambling to German consumers.
- Comprehensive in-court and out-of-court representation of a leading IT service provider for the (mutual) termination of a large-volume IT project contract for the development of a nationwide database land register.
- Out-of-court and in-court representation of a Czech company specialising in the trade of medical devices regarding the enforcement of contractual damages claims and state liability claims against the Federal Republic of Germany.
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Thomas Gädtke