Pohlmann & Company is particularly strong in compliance, ESG and corporate governance as well as environmental law. The group regularly assists with the development of compliance systems, while its sectoral focus lies on aviation, chemicals and hydropower; particularly in the first area, the team recently assisted with a number of climate protection issues. The international network of best friends firms also enables it to handle cross-border issues. Uwe Erling, who is well versed in climate protection and emissions trading law, heads the practice.
Testimonials
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'The team reacts quickly and with extensive prior knowledge, even in unusual areas of law and in the case of very recent changes or introductions to the law. All team members are very approachable and excellent lawyers. They enjoy our trust.'
'Uwe Erling is unbeatable in the field of aviation in public law. His years of experience have often helped us with difficult issues. Tim Uschkereit is a reliable advisor whom we have often consulted on complex issues.'
Key clients
- Bundesverband der Deutschen Luftverkehrswirtschaft e.V. (BDL)
- Celanese-Gruppe
Work highlights
- Preparation of a legal opinion on behalf of the Federal Association of the German Aviation Industry (BDL) and the Airport Association of German Commercial Airports (ADV) on climate targets in air transport and legal options for withdrawing slots for reasons of climate protection.
- Advising the US chemical company Celanese on environmental compliance issues in Germany, in particular the remediation of environmental pollution.