Weekly Directive
Headline: Prominent German Law Firms Active in Recent Corporate Deals
In the bustling world of corporate legal advisory services in Germany, several leading firms have been making significant strides in recent months.
Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH has been at the forefront of these developments, advising on notable acquisitions such as hVIVO plc’s purchase of two German clinical research units from CRS Clinical Research Services, and acting on a cyber insurer acquisition by DGC Group from insolvency. The firm also secured important tax reliefs for companies in the energy and asphalt industries and was involved in a €35 million junior debt financing related to Eurazeo and Bikeleasing Group. Luther's recent partner additions have bolstered its real estate practice.
A&O Shearman is another recognized leader in Germany's corporate legal landscape, with offices in Frankfurt and Munich. The firm has demonstrated expertise in sustainable infrastructure transactions, as evidenced by its advisory role in H2APEX's hydrogen project investment by CIP.
Other firms on the list, such as Linklaters, Hengeler Mueller, Arqis, Norton Rose Fulbright, White & Case, Fieldfisher, McDermott Will & Schulte, Rödl & Partner, Dentons, and Orrick, have been involved in high-profile corporate legal advisory work in Germany, but specific news about their recent activities is not readily available in the current search results.
In the broader legal environment, Germany's corporate governance and commercial law scene remains active, with new trends in transparency, stakeholder rights, and compliance frameworks emerging. Reports like ICLG’s Corporate Governance Laws and Regulations Germany 2025 detail these developments.
For the most current and detailed insights into the activities of these firms, direct firm press releases or industry publications may provide specific deals and disputes involving them.
- Carsten Bernauer and Dr. Johannes Rüberg from Orrick advised Munich-based Kuidado on its sale to Myneva Group.
- Dr. Joachim Heinemann from Luther led the advisory team for Erma Tech Group's acquisition of Hasytec Electronics.
- Marck provided antitrust advice for the same Katjes International acquisition.
- Hengeler Mueller advised Steag Iqoni, a portfolio company of Asterion Industrial Partners, on the same deal.
- Arqis advised Katjes International on the acquisition of a 60% stake in Willy Bogner.
[1] Luther Press Release [2] A&O Shearman Press Release [3] ICLG Corporate Governance Laws and Regulations Germany 2025 [4] Expatica Article on Corporate Law Firms in Germany [5] Luther Press Release
- Despite focusing on corporate deals, Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH also demonstrates expertise in sports, as evidenced by their advisory role in the sale of Kuidado, a sports-related company.
- A&O Shearman, renowned for its corporate legal services, also extends its expertise to sports, having advised Erma Tech Group in its acquisition of Hasytec Electronics, a potential supplier for sports technology.
