Annika Clauss

Criminal defense since 2007 During this time I was able to learn and experience a great deal – experiences that shaped me, sharpened my understanding of criminal law and influenced my current way of working. My path to criminal defense, however, began much earlier. Even during my studies in Konstanz, I consistently focused on criminal law. During my legal traineeship, I also deliberately chose placements with a criminal law focus – including a renowned criminal defense lawyer spec...

Dr Florian Schmitz is a partner at the GÖRG Frankfurt office, and head of the IP, IT & Commercial Department. He advises national and international companies on complex technology projects, in particular with regard to digitalisation initiatives, IT and business outsourcing projects, IT integration, software licensing and data protection.

Felix Prozorov-Bastians is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Arbitration and Mediation and International Arbitration. Felix, who practices law in Frankfurt/Main, Germany, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Felix is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Wendelin Frhr. von Ketelhodt worked as a notary in Frankfurt for over 30 years and retired from office on 30 September 2024. Lawyer Lars Schmidt has been appointed as his notary administrator. Mr von Ketelhodt will continue to be available to his clients, the notary administrator, the other notaries Bernhard Naujack and Elmar Günther in the management of his notary position in liquidation.

Matthias Rüdt von Collenberg is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Matthias, who practices law in Frankfurt/Main, Germany, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthias is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Till Naruisch is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law. Till, who practices law in Frankfurt/Main, Germany, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Till is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jörg Lamers has been a lawyer since 1989 and a notary since 2008. He has extensive experience advising national and international clients on real estate law and asset management, including the acquisition, sale, and structuring of real estate and portfolios. He provides ongoing legal support to optimise all aspects of existing portfolios. As a notary, Lamers oversees real estate transactions from project preparation to completion and guides property development projects from land acquisi...

Victoria Johnson is a specialist lawyer for information technology law, TÜV-certified data protection officer and auditor, and certified whistleblowing officer based in Berlin. While completing a part-time doctorate in commercial law focused on fundamental rights, she advises public and private sector clients—from start-ups to international corporations—on all aspects of digitisation, IT law, and data protection. Her expertise includes contract drafting, data protection manag...

Annekathrin Schmoll is an associate in the Frankfurt office of Gibson Dunn. She is a member of the firm’s Litigation and International Arbitration, Judgment and Arbitral Award Enforcement and ESG practices. Annekathrin's practice focuses on domestic and cross-border arbitration and litigation. Annekathrin represents German and international clients in commercial, corporate and civil disputes before institutional and ad hoc arbitral tribunals, as well as before German courts. Her experti...

Christoph F. Wetzler is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law. Christoph F., who practices law in Frankfurt/Main, Germany, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christoph F. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.