A large number of DAX companies from various sectors draw upon DLA Piper's expertise in environmental compliance, with the practice placing particular emphasis on ESG issues: Ludger Giesberts regularly advises on due diligence in supply chains as well as regulatory requirements and risks in connection with carbon footprints and sustainability standards. The team is also particularly adept in product-related advice on safety and environmental obligations to companies in the consumer goods industry, has experience in planning-related soil and pollution control matters and also regularly handles related litigation. Litigation expert Thomas Gädtke heads the practice.
Testimonials
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'DLA Piper's team for environmental, planning and public law impresses with a very high level of professional competence, comprehensive economic understanding and a very pragmatic approach.'
'Excellent technical understanding. The team has the ability to capture core aspects of complex issues in a nutshell and to identify options for action efficiently and effectively. '
Key clients
- Avnet Logistics GmbH
- BASF SE
Work highlights
- Advising HeidelbergCement on the classification of bypass dust as a by-product or waste as part of an approval procedure according to Section 16 Paragraph 1 and 2 BImSchG.