Best Lawyers in Germany for Corporate Law
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Martin Seyfarth chairs the German Public Policy Practice and co-chairs the German Energy Industry Group. He advises national and international companies on transactions, privatizations and large strategic industry and branch projects. With his extensive experience and knowledge, Mr. Seyfarth has successfully represented clients in a variety of complex deals in the corporate sector. Mr. Seyfarth has been the managing partner of the Berlin office since 2009.
Dr. Tim Kaufhold is a partner and co-lead in M&A and private equity at POELLATH in Munich. He primarily advises private equity investors on M&A transactions and corporate law as well as management teams within the context of private equity transactions. Tim has been listed several times in relevant rankings for his expertise in the M&A and private equity sector. Clients appreciate his comprehensive economic understanding, as well as his pragmatic approach to finding solutions.
Sönke Friedrichsen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law. Sönke, who practices law in Hamburg, Germany, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sönke is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Josef Hofschroer focuses his practice on corporate law, with an emphasis on M&A transactions for national and international clients. He particularly advises on all aspects of capital markets and securities law. Furthermore, his practice includes distressed investments as well as joint ventures. Josef has particularly wide-ranging experience in the fields of energy, technology, telecommunications and real estate. Among his clients are start-ups, medium-sized and large companies as well as ...
Franz Kleinschmidt is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law. Franz, who practices law in Berlin, Germany, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Franz is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Manuel Weiß is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Private Equity Law. Manuel, who practices law in Munich, Germany, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Manuel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Sina Reck is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Private Equity Law. Sina, who practices law in Frankfurt/Main, Germany, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sina is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Christopher Schiller is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law. Christopher, who practices law in Cologne, Germany, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Sophia Volk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Real Estate Law. Sophia, who practices law in Berlin, Germany, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sophia is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Robert Feind is a senior associate in the M&A/Corporate Practice. He advises international and German clients on private equity and M&A transactions, joint ventures, corporate reorganizations, and all aspects of corporate and transformation law. Robert has a particular focus on the health care and life sciences sectors, where he supports strategic and financial investors in complex transactions. With additional qualifications as a Polish lawyer and certified translator for the Polish ...
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