Lars Westpfahl
About Lars Westpfahl
Lars Westpfahl is a lawyer based in Hamburg, DE and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Germany™ since 2009. Lars Westpfahl is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Hamburg, Germany
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Restructuring and Insolvency Law
Current Firm: Freshfields
Location: Hamburg, DE
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