Firms To Watch: Trade, distribution and logistics

With the arrival of practice head Janik Goßler in December 2021, Addleshaw Goddard is increasingly instructed on supply chain matters as well as the structuring of distribution systems.

Trade, distribution and logistics in Germany

Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie advises well-known national and international clients on distribution law, contract law as well as logistics matters. The team is well versed in the implementation and restructuring of distribution systems and assists with distribution antitrust compliance as well as contract negotiations and disputes. Led by commercial and contract lawyer Ulf Wauschkuhn, the practice also supports clients in the implementation of e-commerce systems. Katharina Spenner is regularly instructed by clients from the consumer goods and fashion industries and advises on franchise agreements, contract negotiations and selective distribution systems at the interface between distribution and competition law. Counsel Joachim Fröhlich is a key contact for logistics law issues, while counsel Philipp Schütt places a focus on international service, project and manufacturing contracts.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ulf Wauschkuhn


Autres avocats clés:

Katharina Spenner; Joachim Fröhlich; Philipp Schütt


Principaux clients

Amer Sports


Ascis


Dyson


Giesecke & Devrient


Karl Storz SE & Co. KG


Lagardère Travel


LVMH


Mercedes Benz AG


Roche Diagnostics International AG


The Body Shop


VF Corp.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Amer Sports on contract law and distribution antitrust law on distribution systems for various brands as well as drafting contracts and conducting training courses.

  • Advising Dyson on contractual and distribution antitrust matters.

Bird & Bird

Bird & Bird LLP regularly acts on behalf of companies from the automotive and energy sectors in court and out-of-court proceedings pertaining to supply chain interruptions and price adjustments as well as contract-related issues. Practice head Matthias Spilker is a key contact for contract drafting and product liability issues and also advises clients on supply chain due diligence. Lars Kyrberg is experienced in project work in the energy sector.

Responsables de la pratique:

Matthias Spilker


Autres avocats clés:

Lars Kyrberg


Les références

‘Matthias Spilker: Deep understanding of the OEM business, very responsive and pragmatic.’

Principaux dossiers


BRP RENAUD

Based on its cross-practice expertise in antitrust law, dispute resolution, IP law and ​​distribution law, BRP RENAUD is primarily instructed by companies from the consumer and industrial goods sectors on the design and implementation of distribution systems; interfacing distribution antitrust and contract law matters are also covered. Among the key contacts are litigator Roman Wexler-Uhlich, the antitrust lawyer Martin Hülsemann and Axel Neumahr, who is well versed in supply, trade and logistics agreements.

Autres avocats clés:

Roman Wexler-Uhlich; Martin Beutelmann; Axel Neumahr


Les références

‘Excellent, approachable team without any attitudes, with a good mix of ages and specialists for every need – the seamless internal referral to the most competent contact person over a short distance is particularly pleasant. A real saving for the client as a “one-stop shop”.’

‘Roman Wexler-Uhlich: quick comprehension of issues, with excellent economic and technical understanding, internationally agile: hands-on, creates solutions, not additional problems.’

‘Roman Wexler-Uhlich is an excellent lawyer, pragmatic and to the point. I always recommend him in conflicts.’

Principaux clients

CCL Gruppe


Principaux dossiers


Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance demonstrates particular expertise in advising companies in the life sciences sector on issues pertaining to distribution systems and supply chain structures. Led by the IT/IP expert Gunnar Sachs, the team regularly supports the digitised transition of distribution systems to modern standards and e-commerce solutions. Torsten Syrbe, who was formerly based in Moscow, assists companies with the restructuring of supply chains in the context of the consequences of the war in Ukraine. ESG expert Thomas Voland comprehensively advises on supply chains and product compliance and Dimitri Slobodenjuk is well versed in distribution antitrust law.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gunnar Sachs


Autres avocats clés:

Marc Besen; Dimitri Slobodenjuk; Thomas Voland; Torsten Syrbe


Principaux dossiers


CMS

CMS offers expertise in supply chains and distribution law and is regularly instructed by companies from the energy sector on price adjustments and restructuring in connection with the German energy transition. Supply chain compliance is a key focus of counsel Christoph Schröder, where he assists with matters pertaining to the new supply chain due diligence law. Practice head Gerald Gräfe advises on contract negotiations and related disputes in the automotive sector, while Robert Budde is regularly instructed by consumer goods companies on price agreements and distribution system disputes. Peter Endres is a key contacts for licensing and franchise law.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gerald Gräfe


Autres avocats clés:

Ulrich Becker; Tobias Bomsdorf; Peter Endres; Robert Budde; Philipp Bubinger; Christoph Schröder


Les références

‘Peter Endres represents us in all licensing negotiations with vehemence and competence. Unique!’

‘Very broad understanding without lacking depth.’

‘Ulrich Becker: Great detailed knowledge, always approachable.’

Principaux clients

Alfred Kärcher


Alnatura


Coca-Cola Europacific Partners


deoleo


eBay


Ecotone (Allos Hofmanufaktur)


ESL Gaming


Gardena / Husqvarna


Honeywell


INEOS


IONITY


Octopus Energy


Porsche


Segafredo Zanetti


Semikron


VOLKSWAGEN AG


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Coca-Cola Europacific Partners on defending against an injunction on the supply of products at the previously agreed prices.

  • Advising Volkswagen on the establishment of an international joint venture for the production of cathode material for the production of battery cells with the Belgian materials technology group Umicore.

  • Advising Safilo on the restructuring of the entire German network of sales representatives through termination of contracts and reallocation of contract areas and represented brands.

Deloitte Legal Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH

The commercial law practice at Deloitte Legal Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH focuses on the design of supply chains and distribution systems, including the drafting of service, supply and framework agreements as well as the structuring of distribution systems. IP expert Andreas Leclaire jointly heads the team with Johannes Passas, who advises in and out-of-court on supply chain disruptions and contract disputes. Marco Müller-ter Jung (interface with IT and IP) joined Grant Thornton in May 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Andreas Leclaire; Johannes Passas


Principaux clients

HDI-Versicherungsgruppe


Winning BLW GmbH


Principaux dossiers


  • Legal representation of three group companies of the HDI insurance group in the context of defending against claims arising from service contracts.

  • Advising Winning BLW GmbH on purchasing framework agreements and purchasing conditions.

  • Advising Winning BLW GmbH on an outsourcing contract for certain production steps with an industrial service provider.

Dentons

Dentons's commercial and distribution law team draws on the expertise in IT and contract law and advises on matters pertaining to general terms and conditions, data protection as well as supply chain due diligence. Practice head Christiane Zedelius covers franchise law and is regularly instructed on the structuring of franchise systems. Zedelius is also well versed in project work pertaining to selective and online distributiom systems. Counsel Christine Seiz complements this with IP law advice on commercial and supply contracts.

Responsables de la pratique:

Christiane Zedelius


Autres avocats clés:

Christine Seiz


Les références

‘Very broad international team. Great service level and responsiveness.’

Principaux clients

AirWair (Dr. Martens)


e-mobilio GmbH


fides technology GmbH


Microvast GmbH


Resonac Graphite Group


Revell GmbH


Schramm-Werkstätten


Wacker Chemie AG


Willy Bogner GmbH


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising a well-known international fashion label on the implementation of the Supply Chain Act, the recasting of the manufacturing contract and the Code of Conduct as well as strategically on the potential realignment of the sales structure towards a B2B selective sales system in the core markets.

  • Advising an international supplier of formwork and scaffolding on the redesign of all sample sales contracts worldwide and subsequent implementation in over 50 countries, including the comparison of compatibility with the respective national law.

DLA Piper

DLA Piper routinely advises international clients on commercial, distribution and logistics matters, including supply chains, market entry and contractual as well as regulatory issues along the supply chain. ESG topics are among the practice's mainstays, where Sylvia Ebersberger advises automotive companies on sustainable projects and the new supply chain law. Ebersberger jointly heads the practice with Thilo von Bodungen, who is experienced in commercial and logistics agreements. The two counsel Silke Goschler (distribution structuring) and Susanne Weckbach (sector focus on chemicals and industry) joined Fieldfisher in late 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Thilo von Bodungen; Sylvia Ebersberger


Autres avocats clés:

Carmen Födisch


Les références

‘Good cooperation at eye level. Good responsiveness.’

‘Sylvia Ebersberger is our main contact for all contractual questions. She answers all topics very flexibly and at short notice. She has our full trust and gives us excellent advice on all questions.’

‘Thilo von Bodungen is an expert in his field who not only incorporates legal considerations into his negotiations, but also recognizes and takes into account the client’s economic interests.’

Principaux clients

BorgWarner Group


Parfümerie Douglas GmbH & Co KG


NIO


Wittur Holding GmbH


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising BorgWarner on, among other things, cooperation projects and associated contracts as well as everyday questions regarding the implementation and fulfillment of various commercial contracts and the applicable legal situation.

  • Comprehensive international advice to NIO on market entry in Europe, including customer contracts and their design, sale and leaseback and other cooperations in the area of ​​leasing and after-market services as well as in insurance law, IT and telecommunications law, antitrust law and environmental law.

Friedrich Graf von Westphalen & Partner

Friedrich Graf von Westphalen & Partner regularly supports automotive suppliers and dealership associations as well as medium-sized companies and start-ups from the healthcare and technology sectors. The team has comprehensive expertise in drafting dealership and supply contracts as well as in supply disputes. Co-head Hendrik Thies is experienced at the interface between commercial and corporate law and jointly heads the team with the distribution antitrust lawyer Sven Köhnen. Frank Jungfleisch covers contractual matters at the IT law intersection, while Stephan Dittl‘s IP expertise is utilised in franchise matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Sven Köhnen; Hendrik Thies


Autres avocats clés:

Frank Jungfleisch; Jan Henning Martens, Stephan Dittl; Alexander Hartmann; Meike Kapp-Schwoerer


Les références

‘Very well-developed knowledge of international contracts. Very flexible and customer oriented. Technically excellent. Very pleasant contact person and strong negotiation skills.’

‘Extreme practical relevance. The industry-specific assessment and explanation of risks is very good. The contractual requirements are presented in a way that is very easy for my colleagues and our contractual partners to understand. Personal support in customer contract negotiations is greatly appreciated. Very creative and above all, successful.’

‘Hendrik Thies is very careful, never loses track of things and his legal advice is always very valuable. If necessary, he requests appropriate specialist knowledge from his colleagues, who are also competent, in a timely manner.’

Principaux clients

Aebi Schmidt Händlerbeirat


Autohaus am Westbahnhof GmbH


Mitsubishi Motors Deutschland MMD Automobile GmbH


Berry- Gruppe


CardioMech


Citroen Händlerverband


Delegate Technology GmbH


Essilor-Gruppe


Europäischer Mercedes-Benz Händlerverband


Fastlane Marketing GmbH


Getinge-Gruppe


Huhtamaki Oyj


IGEDOS Interessengemeinschaft der Opel Servicepartner e. V.


iTernity GmbH


Linde Material Handling (LMH) Händlerverband


Nagel-Gruppe


Otto Ganter GmbH & Co. KG


OXID eSales AG


Propan Rheingas GmbH & Co KG


Suzuki Automobil Händlerverband


Unimog Händlerverband


Virtual Identity AG


Volvo-Lkw Vertragspartnerverband


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising the Getinge Group on distribution law issues, foreign trade and customs law as well as export control and the draft of a new model specialist trade contract and, most recently, overseeing the review and revision of the distribution contract used worldwide.

  • Advising the Association of Hyundai Contract Partners Germany eV on distribution law.

  • Advice on distribution law and representation of the Linde Material Handling dealer association in the introduction of new dealer contracts.

Gleiss Lutz

Gleiss Lutz's expertise encompasses traditional commercial and distribution law as well as interfacing compliance and antitrust law matters. This cross-practice approach is frequently requested in the advice on the new supply chain law, where large corporations instruct public law expert Marc Rutloff on risk management and compliance guidelines. Practice head Eric Wagner is well versed in supply chain matters, including related disputes, and assists with ESG topics as well as the introduction of digital distribution systems. Counsel Anna Pfarr is well versed in contract law and product liability.

Responsables de la pratique:

Eric Wagner


Autres avocats clés:

Marc Rutloff; Anna Pfarr; Simon Wagner


Principaux clients

Abellio Rail GmbH


Accor SA


Alight AB


Alfred Ritter GmbH & Co. KG


Audi AG


Bundesrepublik Deutschland


Eccomelt LLC


Fresenius SE & Co. KG


GEZE GmbH


Groz-Beckert KG


Gubor Schokoladen GmbH


HeidelbergCement


Hornbach Baumarkt AG


Lichtblick SE


McKinsey & Company


Puma SE


Rolls-Royce International Limited


Rübezahl Schokoladen GmbH


SPAX International GmbH & Co. KG


TJX Deutschland Ltd. & Co. KG


TotalEnergies Renewables


TTS Tooltechnic System AG & Co. KG; Festool GmbH


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising and representing the Federal Republic of Germany in defending against recourse claims from Covid-19 vaccine manufacturers due to exemption agreements under EU contracts, in particular from AstraZeneca, Janssen and Moderna.

  • Strategic and legal advice to Alfred Ritter GmbH & Co. KG on its entry into Web3 and the launch of an NFT (Non-Fungible Token) collection.

GÖRG Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten mbB

GÖRG Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten mbB focuses on distribution law as well as dispute resolution and regularly acts on behalf of clients from the consumer goods, healthcare and research sectors in regulatory proceedings and in the defence of existing distribution systems as well as contract-related disputes. Practice head Oliver Spieker is a key contact for contentious matters and advises on selective distribution systems thanks to his expertise in IP law and distribution antitrust law. Florian Schmitz is experienced in e-commerce and digitisation projects.

Responsables de la pratique:

Oliver Spieker


Autres avocats clés:

Florian Schmitz


Principaux clients

Hubei Tobacco Industry Co.


Interlink


Parfümerie Akzente GmbH


Samsung Electronics GmbH


CIP Chinese Intelligent Procurement Gruppe


Johnson Matthey GmbH


Johnson Matthey PLC


Roth-Gruppe


TWAICE Technology GmbH


Victrex Europa GmbH


Victrex PLC


European XFEL


Principaux dossiers


  • Supporting Hubei Tobacco Industry Co. in the EU-wide coordination of legal issues relating to the distribution of tobacco products.

  • Advising Interlink on the distribution of titanium semi-finished goods.

  • Advising Samsung Electronics GmbH on distribution contracts with distributors and retailers as well as contracts with suppliers and partners.

GvW Graf von Westphalen

Led by Raimond Emde, GvW Graf von Westphalen is well versed in advising insurance agents on contract and distribution law. The focus here is on in-court and out-of-court support in distribution intermediary contracts. Other core areas are insurance distribution as well as franchise law, where Christian Zerr is a key contact. Marcus Schriefers is experienced in supporting logistics companies in the design of distribution systems and supply chains.

Responsables de la pratique:

Raimond Emde


Autres avocats clés:

Christian Zerr; Marcus Schriefers, Frank Süß


Les références

‘Uncomplicated advice, perfect collaboration, immediate responsiveness.’

‘Raimond Emde is the absolute expert in distribution law. Profound knowledge and tactics as well as a strategic approach for the benefit of the client set him apart in a special way.’

Principaux clients

ALTE LEIPZIGER Lebensversicherung a.G.


Hansgrohe CN01


Kessel


STADA Arzneimittel AG


Principaux dossiers


Haver & Mailänder Rechtsanwälte Partnerschaft mbB

Haver & Mailänder Rechtsanwälte Partnerschaft mbB combines expertise in distribution law, insurance law and product liability and comprehensively advises on the implementation and maintenance of international distribution systems. While Ulrich Schnelle and Alexander Hübner advise on day-to-day contract matters and distribution systems, practice head Christian Aufdermauer demonstrates expertise in distribution antitrust law and regularly supports clients in commercial and supply disputes. Roland Kläger frequently acts as an arbitrator across the automotive and industrial sectors and also covers dispute resolution.

Responsables de la pratique:

Christian Aufdermauer


Autres avocats clés:

Alexander Hübner; Ulrich Schnelle; Roland Kläger


Les références

‘Direct collaboration with Alexander Hübner, who is an excellent lawyer and expert in his field. Very solid and flexible work in the negotiated contracts. Very good background knowledge also in English law.’

Principaux clients

Amann & Söhne GmbH & Co. KG


Chemische Fabrik Budenheim KG


Henkell & Co. Sektkellerei KG


Martin Braun Backmittel und Essenzen KG


Oetker Hotel Collection


REMONDIS


Principaux dossiers


Heuking

Heuking's team specialises in distribution antitrust law and supply chain due diligence. Key competencies include the support in the structuring of distribution systems and supply chain designs. Practice head Reinhard Siegert focuses on the automotive sector and assists national and international companies with distribution antitrust law. Martin Imhof is well versed in corporate law and advises on supply contracts and related disputes, while Sebastian Jungemeyer impresses with expertise in terms and conditions as well as product liability matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Reinhard Siegert


Autres avocats clés:

Martin Imhof; Sebastian Jungemeyer; Stefan Bretthauer


Principaux dossiers


Hogan Lovells International LLP

Hogan Lovells International LLP routinely advises large companies in the automotive industry on the structuring and regulatory framework of distribution systems and is also known for its expertise in negotiating supply and leasing contracts. International clients from the financial, healthcare and consumer goods sectors regularly instruct the team in contract negotiations and related disputes. Co-head Florian Unseld offers support in the restructuring of distribution systems and advises on supply chain disruptions in times of crisis, he jointly leads the practice with Patrick Ayad, who is renowned for his expertise in contract drafting and distribution antitrust law. Jörg Schickert comprehensively advises on supply chain due diligence, while counsel Sebastian Schnell assists with large distribution projects. Counsel Golo Edel is another key contact and frequently acts across the automotive, consumer goods and logistics sectors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Patrick Ayad; Florian Unseld


Autres avocats clés:

Jörg Schickert; Arne Thiermann; Christiane Alpers; Sebastian Schnell; Susanne Schuster; Golo Edel


Les références

‘The individuals lead their team excellently and have provided our company with excellent support in line with our operational business and set additional accents. Complete satisfaction.’

‘World-leading expertise with the ambition to always be a leader and even ahead of the curve when it comes to technical and regulatory innovations and ultimately to define the legal standards ourselves. Very diverse, modern team that keeps up with all innovations and can therefore work equally with modern companies and long-established industrial giants. The team is fast, pragmatic, has unprecedented industry expertise and, above all, is very nice.’

‘Florian Unseld is a complete professional with great negotiating skills and absolute expertise. He provides practical and comprehensible support and the results can be used in the legal department.’

Principaux clients

ABB E-mobilty


Amylyx


Autobahn Tank & Rast


BMS


Fifth Generation


Flix


Fractyl Health


Genesis


Globale Bank


LEGO GmbH


LEGO System A/S


Lactalis


Lockheed Martin


Lürssen (NVL B.V. & Co. KG)


Mirati Therapeutics


Mitsubishi Motors


Moët Hennessy


Regeneron


Schwartauer Werke GmbH & Co. KG


Snockwave Medical


Sono Motors


Sotio


Tafel Deutschland e.V.


Wacker Chemie


Waymo


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising several automotive manufacturers (e.g. Genesis) on their market entry into the European market and on all questions relating to the development of distribution systems, foreign trade and customs law issues, regulatory issues and the preparation of contracts.

  • Advising a global luxury goods company on distribution in the EU.

Loschelder

Loschelder advises on distribution and supply contracts as well as interfacing compliance and IT matters. The practice is jointly led by Simon Kohm (distribution antitrust law) and Hans-Georg Schreier, who has expertise in contract law and dispute resolution. IP expert  Patrick Pommerening is well versed in licensing issues.

Responsables de la pratique:

Hans-Georg Schreier; Simon Kohm


Autres avocats clés:

Patrick Pommerening


Principaux dossiers


Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH

Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH impresses with its distribution law expertise, which is regularly requested by companies from the automotive, logistics and healthcare sectors; practice head Steffen Gaber also focuses on the automotive industry and advises on supplier disputes and contract changes, which corresponds with the team's expertise in contract law and dispute resolution. Another key contact here is distribution law expert Johannes Teichmann, who joined from Baker McKenzie in January 2023. The practice is additionally well versed in trade and distribution law: Maximilian Dorndorf primarily assists with contract negotiations in connection with IT and digitisation projects, while Anne Caroline Wegner focuses on distribution antitrust law and handles franchise and supplier contracts.

Responsables de la pratique:

Steffen Gaber


Autres avocats clés:

Anne Caroline Wegner; Johannes Teichmann; Maximilian Dorndorf; Jette Gustafsson


Les références

‘High reliability and very good quality of work. Urgent inquiries are always quickly dealt with.’

‘Anne Caroline Wegner has very good experience and excellent specialist knowledge.’

‘High service orientation, pleasant exchange, good availability and quality, innovative forms of communication (digital platform).’

Principaux clients

JOYSONQUIN Automotive Systems GmbH


Mahle GmbH


Preh GmbH


ACPS Automotive GmbH


SAME Deutz-Fahr


Harley-Davidson


Kia


Hyundai Motor Europe GmbH


SEG Automotive Germany GmbH


Horiba Europe GmbH


Burgmaier Technologies GmbH + Co KG


Carcoustics


Fiege Logistik Stiftung & Co. KG


DPD Deutschland GmbH


Cathay Pacific Airways Limited


Karcher AG


Alfred Kärcher GmbH & Co. KG


Douglas


Haus Cramer (Warsteiner)


Amazon


Kamps GmbH


Chugai Pharma Germany GmbH


Clarios Germany GmbH & Co. KG


Consentino Global Sociedad Limitada


Xinial Systems GmbH & Co. KG


BASF Digital Farming GmbH


Principaux dossiers


  • Creation of an EU-wide sales contract for Hyundai Motor Europe GmbH using the possibilities of the new vertical GVO, including direct sales/dual sales and internet sales.

  • Advising and representing SEG Automotive Germany GmbH in various supplier disputes due to delivery stops and alleged warranty claims by various OEM customers against SEG as well as advising on the new setup of production units.

  • Advising Chugai Pharma Germany GmbH in connection with a cooperation agreement regarding the distribution of a digital therapy system.

LUTZ | ABEL RECHTSANWALTS PARTG MBB

LUTZ | ABEL RECHTSANWALTS PARTG MBB offers large German and international corporations comprehensive support in commercial and contract law as well as expertise in supply, cooperation and distribution agreements, including interfacing IP, antitrust and IT law matters. Practice head Marius Mann is well versed in franchise law and also acts as an arbitrator in arbitration proceedings pertaining to supply and distribution law. Litigation support is also a focus of trade law expert Benjamin Baisch, who made salary partner at the same time as distribution antitrust lawyer Ute Schenn in January 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marius Mann


Autres avocats clés:

Benjamin Baisch; Ute Schenn


Les références

‘High reliability and very good quality of work. Urgent inquiries are always responded to quickly.’

‘High service orientation, pleasant exchange, good availability and quality, innovative forms of communication (digital platform).’

Principaux clients

ABL-Technic Entlackung GmbH


All for One Group SE


Alphapet-Gruppe


Bayerischer Bauernverband


C.E. Noerpel GmbH


Chart Industries, Inc.


DD Management GmbH


Dural GmbH


Electronic Production Partners GmbH


Frischepost GmbH


GeraNova Bruckmann Verlagshaus GmbH


Grandeco Wallfashion Group (Belgien)


Gustavo Gusto GmbH & Co. KG


H+H Deutschland GmbH


HOLOPLOT GmbH


Haworth GmbH


Hirschvogel Holding GmbH


Horvath AG


IBM Deutschland GmbH


INFERMEDICA SP. ZO.O.


Implenia Holding GmbH


Kongsberg Automotive


Kosev Ltd.


Lithofin AG


Luisa Cerano GmbH


Mercedes Benz AG


Midea Europe GmbH


Nanogate SE


Nearcut Limited


OPTIMA packaging group GmbH


One Logic GmbH


Osapiens GmbH


ParTec AG


Peturo GmbH


Pfinder KG


Putzmeister Holding GmbH


Quantum-Systems GmbH


RPN Food Technology AG


Raffinerie Heide GmbH


Rügenwalder Mühle Carl Müller GmbH & Co. KG


Schaltbau GmbH


SolidCam GmbH


Spirax Sarco GmbH


Strassacker-Gruppe


Syrah Resources Limited


TUMint Energy Research GmbH


Vice Sporting Goods GmbH


Watson-Marlow GmbH


Zarges GmbH


Noerr

Noerr focuses on commercial and distribution law at the interfaces with IP and IT law. This expertise is utilised in the advice to the e-commerce sector: practice head Michael Reiling, alongside banking contract lawyer Tom Billing, is regularly instructed on the design of digital distribution systems and the structuring of innovative franchise agreements. The team also covers traditional distribution law topics, particularly in the automotive industry. Albin Ströbl and Cathrin Wentzel regularly assist large corporations with distribution antitrust issues and contract litigation. Counsel Karsten Metzlaff focuses on franchise and cooperation agreements.

Responsables de la pratique:

Michael Reiling


Autres avocats clés:

Albin Ströbl; Karsten Metzlaff; Christian Mayer; Torsten Kraul; Thomas Thalhofer; Tom Billing; Cathrin Wentzel


Les références

‘Tom Billing and Karsten Metzlaff offer very pragmatic and practice-oriented advice. Clear focus on the crucial points. Very good knowledge of the industry.’

‘The team is extremely experienced and knowledgeable in franchise, sales agency and sales antitrust law. The solutions are consistently practical and “to the point”.’

‘Memorandums are consistently easy to understand (no exaggerated scientific nature) and the solutions shown therein are practical to implement.’

Principaux clients

A.T.U Autoteile Unger


Audi AG


B-ON GmbH


Canyon Bicycles GmbH


CarNext B.V.


Credi2 GmbH


Daimler Truck AG


Demecan GmbH


Digital Charging Solutions GmbH


Electric Brands AG


Ferrari S.p.A.


GlobalGym GmbH


Jaguar Land Rover Deutschland


Hülsta Group


Kion Group/Linde Material Handling GmbH


Libri


MAN Truck & Bus SE


Mazda Motor Europe


McDonald’s Deutschland


MS Pharma Ventures Holding


OBI


Opel Automobilie GmbH


Rädlinger Primus Line


SAIC Europe S.A.R.L.


Stellantis


Suzuki Deutschland GmbH


Triumph Motor Deutschland


Valora Food Services Deutschland


Zooplus AG


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Audi AG on the implementation of a platform concept for the distribution of digital products in the EU.

  • Advising MAN Truck & Bus SE as consortium leader in the context of the conclusion and implementation of the federally funded ATLAS L-4 R&D consortium for the development of autonomous trucks and their operation on motorways and expressways.

  • Advising Rädlinger Primus Line and its US subsidiary on an exclusive sales cooperation with Manufactured Technologies Corp. (MTC) to distribute a system for the rehabilitation of drinking and wastewater pipes in the US.

Oppenhoff

Oppenhoff's expertise in distribution antitrust law is regularly combined with antitrust law and compliance and utilised in the design and structuring of distribution systems as well as in distribution antitrust litigation. This is complemented by Simon Spangler's and practice head Marc Hilber's expertise in ​​e-commerce and contract drafting. Vanessa Pickenpack is experienced in contract disputes and made partner in December 2022.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marc Hilber


Autres avocats clés:

Simon Spangler; Alf Baars; Vanessa Pickenpack


Principaux clients

Airport Research Center


Boeing Deutschland GmbH


Bundesverband Deutscher Kinderausstattungs-Hersteller e.V.


CBRE GWS IFM Industrie GmbH


DERTICKETSERVICE.DE GmbH & Co. KG


Dermaroller GmbH


Dorel Germany GmbH


MBDA Germany


TFK Trends for Kids GmbH


UNION TANK Eckstein GmbH & Co. KG


Vaillant Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG


Verband der Automobilindustrie e.V.


Principaux dossiers


Orth Kluth Rechtsanwälte

Orth Kluth Rechtsanwälte specialises in commercial and contract law and supports companies from the logistics, mobility and TMT sectors in drafting logistics and commercial agreements as well as in contract terminations and related disputes. Thanks to interface expertise in IT and IP, the team advises on e-commerce matters as well as on distribution structures, including related data protection and digitisation issues. The practice is jointly led by the insurance lawyer Julius Böckmann, supply law expert Dafni Nikolakudi, the distribution lawyer Christiane Hoffbauer and contract drafting specialist Frank Wältermann.

Responsables de la pratique:

Julius Böckmann; Christiane Hoffbauer; Dafni Nikolakudi; Frank Wältermann


Autres avocats clés:

Andreas Broich; Volker Herrmann; Isabel Mang


Les références

‘All of the people we have gotten to know over the course of our long-term collaboration are characterized by a high level of professional competence in their areas. What is important in collaboration is the deep understanding of our business and the business needs that arise from it. The collaboration is characterized by quick accessibility and uncomplicated communication. We would like to highlight Christiane Hoffbauer and Frank Wältermann as individuals in this context.’

‘Fast, high level of specialist knowledge, very focused and very good cooperation.’

‘Frank Wältermann is a very accomplished pragmatist with an outstanding understanding of the law and is completely dedicated to the matter in every way.’

Principaux clients

AGES Mautsystem GmbH & Co. KG


ASM Assembly Systems GmbH & Co. KG


Best Secret Logistik GmbH


bofrost* Gruppe


Bolt


Bübchen


GEA Farm Technologies GmbH


Gelita AG


Henkel-Konzern


juwi


Kelvion-Konzern


Mobility Inside GmbH & Co. KG


National Express Rail GmbH


Peloton Interactive Deutschland GmbH


ValeoSiemens eAutomotive Germany GmbH


VDM Metals GmbH


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Best Secret Logistik GmbH on commissioning a logistics service provider, including drafting, negotiating and advising on the logistics framework agreement regarding outsourcing, B2C and B2B logistics.

  • Advising AGES Mautsystem GmbH & Co. KG on contractual issues, including in connection with the Polish toll system e-Toll.

  • Ongoing advice to Gelita on various contractual issues, including revision of purchasing and delivery contracts; also support in contract negotiations and advice on the LkSG (supply chain law).

SKW Schwarz

SKW Schwarz comprehensively covers all aspects of trade and distribution law and supports national and international clients in the drafting of distribution, commercial agent and logistics agreements as well as in distribution antitrust issues. Niels Witt focuses on logistics matters and is well versed in supply chain due diligence. Former practice head Oliver Korte, who focuses on advising clients from the food and pharmaceutical sectors in supply disputes, left the firm in October 2023 and joined ADVANT Beiten.

Autres avocats clés:

Niels Witt


Les références

‘SKW Schwarz is well represented in the trade and distribution law area.’

Principaux clients

Eurofins-Gruppe


VELUX Deutschland GmbH


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising an Italian motorcycle manufacturer on distribution and distribution antitrust issues and representation before the dealer association and individual dealers.

  • Advising a brand manufacturer of breakfast cereals and muesli on sales and logistics contracts.

Taylor Wessing

Taylor Wessing impresses with expertise in supply chain and franchise matters and routinely advises in connection with e-commerce platforms and supply chain due diligence. Practice head Benedikt Rohrßen also heads the firm's Italy desk and is regularly instructed by companies with German-Italian business relations on the design and digitisation of innovative distribution systems; he also covers distribution antitrust law matters. Compliance expert Martin Rothermel primarily assists with risk management pertaining to supply chain due diligence and Peter Hofbauer frequently advises clients from the automotive industry on contract law; Hofbauer is also experienced in ​​commercial litigation.

Responsables de la pratique:

Benedikt Rohrßen


Autres avocats clés:

Martin Rothermel; Peter Hofbauer; Julia Wulf; Arno Maria Gotting; Sebastian Rünz; Sonja Ackermann


Les références

‘Very  good professional and diverse law firm with whom cooperation runs smoothly. Very good responsiveness; Proactive, forward-looking collaboration with the in-house legal department.’

‘Martin Rothermel: Outstanding Partner; pragmatic and solution-oriented. Always with a holistic view. Highly competent, on time and fast.’

‘Particularly high quality and quality assurance by Sonja Ackermann.’

Principaux clients

Boehringer Ingelheim


Calida


Calzedonia


Check24


Develey Senf & Feinkost


DoorDash


Enterprise Rent-A-Car


Essity


FC Bayern München


Great Wall Motor


NKD


Panasonic


Rapunzel


Riese & Müller


Samsung


Stagecoach


thyssenkrupp


Toyota


TÜV Süd


W. L. Gore & Associates


Wilde


Wonderland Nurserygoods


Zeppelin Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Calzedonia on various commercial and distribution law issues, including franchise law, online sales, trademark law and real estate law matters.

  • Ongoing and project-related advice to Enterprise Rent-a-Car on the rental business.

  • Advising Check24 on termination services, consumer contracts, general terms and conditions and terms of use as well as commercial disputes.