About

Provided by Gleiss Lutz

In the area of commercial law Gleiss Lutz provides comprehensive advice on German and international high-value projects. This includes, in particular, the structuring and establishment of purchasing and sales and distribution channels, representing clients in the negotiation of important contracts, the enforcement and defence of claims in contractual, liability, and commercial litigation proceedings before national courts and arbitration tribunals, the establishment of contract management systems, the preventive development of risk avoidance strategies, and the provision of support in crisis situations, such as in situations necessitating product recalls. We also have an extensive track record in increasingly important newer areas such as e-commerce and industry 4.0. Here we provide advice with an eye on the future and with a deep understanding of the emerging relevant issues.

Many of our cases are at the interface of various areas of the law, in particular general commercial and contract, antitrust, IP, IT, compliance, regulatory, dispute resolution, and data protection law. As a leading full-service law firm, we cover all relevant areas of a project at the highest level, working with our clients to develop optimal solutions.

Chambers Review

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Commercial Contracts - Germany
3
Band 3
What the team is known for

The German law firm Gleiss Lutz provides full-service advice on commercial matters across its offices in Germany. The team led by Eric Wagner is experienced in handling large cooperation agreements for electric mobility projects including public transport, framework and distribution agreements. Additionally, the firm is renowned for its abilities in product recalls and compliance issues, including the German supply chain act, as well as litigation regarding supply contracts. In cooperation with its excellent public law department, the team regularly advises on issues such as procurement contracts, while the department also handles market entry mandates. Gleiss Lutz is respected for its cross-border capabilities and often acts for prominent German companies across different industries.

Notable practitioners

Eric Wagner is the head of the department and a key contact for clients.

Work Highlights

Provided by Gleiss Lutz
  • Gleiss Lutz advised Gubor Schokoladen on disputes with retailers Netto and EDEKA concerning damages claims in connection with supply issues partly due to force majeure.

Strengths

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Members

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Eric Wagner

Eric Wagner

Head of Department

Clients

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AOK Bundesverband

Abellio Rail

Alfred Ritter

Bundesrepublik Deutschland

EDEKA

Festool

Fresenius

Freudenberg

HeidelbergCement

Hornbach

Puma SE

STEAG

VW

Industries

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Consumer Product Manufacturing

Automobiles & Parts

Banks

Construction & Materials

Food & Drink Producers

Health Care

Industrial Engineering

Industrials

Media

Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

Retail

Software & Computer Services

Transportation

Travel & Leisure