Philipp Kirst
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2024 About Philipp Kirst
Philipp Kirst is a lawyer based in Cologne, DE and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Germany™ since 2024. Philipp Kirst is recognized in the following practice area:
- Cologne, Germany
- Competition / Antitrust Law
Current Firm: Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Location: Cologne, DE
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