Linklaters‘ practice, which is a renowned address for disputes in the financial services sector, is present across the entire spectrum of national and cross-border financial disputes. Headed by Julia Grothaus since February 2024, the team is regularly called upon by credit institutions, investment banks and service providers to especially assist with banking and capital market disputes, including the defense against damages claims and cum-ex disputes; Christian Schmitt is the key contact for these areas.
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- 'Very focused, concentrate on the really difficult and important issues. Comprehensive advice. Pragmatic, business and solution-oriented.'
- 'Christian Schmitt combines legal expertise with knowledge and experience of processes as well as economic conditions in the financial sector. This makes him a valuable advisor for complex issues.'
- 'Linklaters' advice is targeted and solution-oriented. In addition to excellent legal expertise on issues relevant to a financial services provider, the practice has very good expertise in the processes of financial service providers.'
- 'Professional, very broad knowledge.'
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Practice head
Julia Grothaus
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Christian Schmitt