Christian Hillebrand
About Christian Hillebrand
Christian Hillebrand is a lawyer based in Berlin, DE and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Germany™ since 2025. Christian Hillebrand is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Berlin, Germany
- Investment Funds
- Private Equity Law
- Private Funds
Current Firm: Orbit
Location: Berlin, DE
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