Morrison Foerster focuses on cross-border matters, particularly in connection with Asia and the US, and is also experienced in dealing with German and European data protection authorities. Most recently, the team was instructed by national and international companies on data protection matters pertaining to product launches as well as clients' representation in various fine proceedings. Another mainstay and key strength of practice head Hanno Timner is the advice on matters at the interface with employment law, such as works council agreements and whistleblowing tools.
Testimonials
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'In addition to quality, it is particularly important to us that the team finds pragmatic solutions. In addition, we often consider issues in a German-American context, which is something that the team does from a single source.'
'We work closely and very happily with Hanno Timner. He is always available for us. We receive a valuable assessment immediately and he puts us in touch with specialists from his team for further consideration and elaboration. The advice always takes place in the overall context of data protection/employment law.'
'The practice is excellent at serving and solving interdisciplinary issues through various fields of expertise. Since we are part of an international group, it is important to us that all issues can also be resolved in English.'
'Hanno Timner brings excellent professional expertise and is always immediately available to his clients. He remains focused and patient even in difficult negotiation situations and is therefore an excellent partner for us in such difficult negotiation situations.'
'Hanno Timner: always easy to contact, works efficiently and, where necessary in interfacing areas, in good coordination with colleagues (including other law firms) and delivers excellent results.'
'Working with Hanno Timner: very customer-oriented, reliable and fast, extensive technical expertise and wealth of experience, prioritizing the important topics.'
'Hanno Timner has been assisting us with all employment law matters for several years. Mr. Timner is extremely professional and always up-to-date. Mr. Timner is characterized by his very quick accessibility and his very differentiated assessment of the various issues. He enjoys the highest level of trust in our company and especially at management level.'