Paul H. Assies
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025 About Paul H. Assies
Paul H. Assies is a lawyer based in Cologne, DE and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Germany™ since 2025. Paul H. Assies is recognized in the following practice area:
- Cologne, Germany
- Banking and Finance Law
Current Firm: CBH Rechtsanwälte
Location: Cologne, DE
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Born in 1960 Apprenticeship as banker 1981 Legal studies at the University of Münster First Exam ("1. Staatsexamen") in 1986 Postgraduate studies at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA, 1986 - 1987 Master of Laws (LL.M.) 1987 Doctor of Laws (Dr. jur.) 1989 Second (Bar) Exam ("2. Staatsexamen") in 1990 Bar admission in Germany in 1990, with the firm since then Admission to the New York bar in 1991 Certified Specialized Attorney in International Business Law since 2014 Member...
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