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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability - Germany

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is renowned for the depth of its international capabilities. It is a popular choice for complex cross-border transactions, including acquisitions, mergers and divestitures. The team also handles joint venture expansions, as well as capital markets-related mandates. It is a trusted boardroom adviser to various DAX 40 companies and a strong choice for private equity transactions. The firm's industry expertise ranges from automotive and manufacturing to transport and financial services.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised Uniper on the sale of 100% of its stake in its Hungarian subsidiary, Uniper Hungary Energetikai, to Veolia.

Strengths

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They provided very quick responses and solutions to changing circumstances. It was outstanding cross-team work. We always had the feeling that the necessary resources were available at short notice.

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They adapted to the deal we were doing and had a lot of lawyers specialised in different disciplines.

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The team were extremely knowledgeable, responsive, on top of the issues and solution-oriented.

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Notable Practitioners

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Hartmut Krause
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Hartmut Krause
3
Band 3

Hartmut Krause is an experienced adviser on public M&A transactions including carve-outs and acquisitions. He acts for German and international corporates as well as private equity firms.

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Hans Diekmann
4
Hans Diekmann
4
Band 4

Hans Diekmann has extensive experience assisting clients with large-scale acquisitions and takeovers. He offers additional expertise in general corporate and stock corporation law issues. His clients include blue-chip companies and financial institutions.

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Astrid Krüger
5
Astrid Krüger
5
Band 5

Munich-based practitioner Astrid Krüger is well established in handling mergers, acquisitions and joint venture extensions while also assisting with restructurings.

Astrid Krüger is very good at seeing what we need in a negotiation and is a great back-up. She recognises the needs of her clients.

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Nicolaus Ascherfeld
5
Nicolaus Ascherfeld
5
Band 5

Newly-ranked Nicolaus Ascherfeld is noted for his experience in energy and transport-related matters. His expertise includes advising clients on M&A, joint ventures and reorganisations.

Nicolaus Ascherfeld has very strong client management skills. He understands the pressure points internally and responds to them very well.

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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability
Hartmut Krause
3
Hartmut Krause
3
Band 3
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Hans Diekmann
4
Hans Diekmann
4
Band 4
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Astrid Krüger
5
Astrid Krüger
5
Band 5
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Nicolaus Ascherfeld
5
Nicolaus Ascherfeld
5
Band 5
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