Osborne Clarke boasts longstanding expertise in trade and distribution law in connection with the automotive industry, where the team advises domestic and cross-border players, including associations, on the restructuring of distribution systems, trade agreements and supply chain disruptions. The team, led by Sebastian Hack, who is well versed in online trading and distribution systems, also advises clients from the fashion, consumer goods and online marketplace segments on franchise and logistics matters. Carsten Dau is experienced in distribution law, while Daniel Stein focuses on distribution and distribution antitrust law.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The number one in the automotive industry, high level of detailed knowledge/experience, best reputation.'

  • 'Good and quick accessibility, high level of expertise, easy to work with.'

  • 'We work with Daniel Stein, who is excellent, always gives us good advice and approaches litigation very strategically. I think the quality of his work and his commitment to the client is outstanding.'

Key clients

  • BYD Europe B.V.
  • fitbox GmbH
  • G-Star GmbH
  • Hyundai Partner Verband e.V.
  • MAN Händlerbeirat e.V.
  • Miele & Cie. KG
  • Mobility Green
  • Mulberry
  • Murnauer Markenvertrieb
  • REWE
  • Verband der Citroen DS und Peugeot Partner e.V. (VCDP e.V.)

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Sebastian Hack

Other key lawyers

Carsten Dau, Daniel Stein