Jan Schlaak
About Jan Schlaak
Jan Schlaak is a lawyer based in Hamburg, DE and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Germany™ since 2025. Jan Schlaak is recognized in the following practice area:
- Hamburg, Germany
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: DLA Piper
Location: Hamburg, DE
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