Rainer Schmitt
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017 About Rainer Schmitt
Rainer Schmitt is a lawyer based in Frankfurt/Main, DE and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Germany™ since 2017. Rainer Schmitt is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Frankfurt/Main, Germany
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Real Estate Law
- Restructuring and Insolvency Law
- Tax Law
Current Firm: K&L Gates LLP
Location: Frankfurt/Main, DE
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