Wendelstein Rechtsanwälte PartGmbB is regularly instructed by credit institutions as well as large companies and institutional investors and is particularly visible in large financial derivatives and capital market disputes in connection with the Wirecard insolvency as well as with cum-cum and cum-ex transactions; Frank Fischer, who is experienced in financial and tax disputes, is one of the key contacts in this context. He jointly leads the practice with Karl Thomas Koenen, who primarily applies his financial expertise in securities disputes, and Moritz Meister, who is experienced in banking, finance and tax disputes.

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Testimonials

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  • 'For over ten years now, the practice has established a name and a position in the market that can compete with teams of leading international and German law firms in every respect. This not only applies to the outstanding expertise and size of the practice, but also to its exceptionally good network at international level.'
  • 'The practice has in-depth expertise in disputes relating to dividend arbitrage issues at the interface with criminal law. Particularly noteworthy is the extraordinary collegiality and responsiveness when working together.'
  • 'Frank Fischer: An excellent lawyer and strong negotiator, both in and out of court. He is also characterized by outstanding leadership qualities, which have a decisive influence on collegial cooperation within the team, including with employees that don't work in law. His special understanding of cross-border issues and his very good international network should also be emphasised.'
  • 'Very knowledgeable in the financial sector, familiar with a wide range of products and topics.'
  • 'Moritz Meister: Finds the right arguments, strong in court.'
  • 'Frank Fischer: Good negotiator.'
  • 'Frank Fischer: Great litigation lawyer, very smart, dynamic and highly professional. A winner who devotes himself to every client with everything he has. Top lawyer!'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Frank Fischer, Karl Thomas Koenen, Moritz Meister