Kai Arne Birke
About Kai Arne Birke
Kai Arne Birke is a lawyer based in Frankfurt/Main, DE and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Germany™ since 2018. Kai Arne Birke is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Frankfurt/Main, Germany
- Banking and Finance Law
- Restructuring and Insolvency Law
Current Firm: Gleiss Lutz
Location: Frankfurt/Main, DE
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