Clifford Chance's internationally connected, Düsseldorf-based practice primarily assists with state aid compliance and is particularly often instructed by large companies in the TMT and automotive sectors seeking advice on issues relating to foreign subsidies regulation. The expertise of practice heads Thomas Voland, who focuses on constitutional and state aid regulation issues, and Joachim Schütze, who frequently advises on antitrust issues, also shows in their state aid advice on energy projects and investment projects.
Testimonials
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'Highest competence in state aid.'
'Clear communication and professional expertise.'
'Excellent knowledge of EU subsidy law, seamless collaboration and coordination of offices in different jurisdictions, practical solutions, good project organisation and management.'
'Thomas Voland: Very experienced in EU subsidy law and delivers practical solutions in a timely manner, even when highly complex.'
Key clients
- German LNG Terminal
- Tesla Gemrany GmbH
- Farco Pharma
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Thomas Voland, Joachim Schütze