Commercial Contracts
Europe Guide 2024 : Germany
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Provided by Noerr
Over 30 experts advise companies from a wide variety of sectors on the establishment, restructuring and defence of successful distribution systems. Topics such as data protection in distribution, mobile commerce solutions, purchasing and merchandise information systems are as fundamental to us as contract management or the division of responsibilities in the supply chain. We will also be happy to assist you in drafting general terms and conditions or individual contracts. We have particular experience in advising businesses of all sizes in their day-to-day business operations - in some cases over decades.
Our Services
- Establishment of distribution structures and distribution companies
- Foreign trade law
- Purchasing
- Logistics and fulfilment
- Financing along the supply chain
- Sales and distribution
- E-commerce
- Franchise
- Enforcing and defending against claims
Chambers Review
Widely considered a market leader, the German law firm Noerr offers in-depth knowledge across the contract law field. The team is particularly respected for advising well-known clients on distribution agreements, with further prowess in assisting with licensing agreements and large franchise systems involving different jurisdictions. Furthermore, the team offers an excellent service with regard to cooperation negotiations involving new technologies and strategically important digitalisation projects such as e-mobility. The firm complements its offering with strength in litigation concerning all commercial issues and nationwide product launches. Its clientele consists of industry leaders from the automotive, healthcare and food industries.
Work Highlights
- Noerr provided comprehensive advice to Valora Food Services Deutschland, including on the revision of its franchise agreements and on distribution antitrust law as well as on a dispute with two franchisees.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Noerr has very good knowledge in distribution law, especially in dealer contracts."
"The team are very close to the business and aware of the commercial factors influencing business decisions."
"The lawyers provided incredibly fast response times."
"Noerr has very good knowledge in distribution law, especially in dealer contracts."
"The team are very close to the business and aware of the commercial factors influencing business decisions."
"The lawyers provided incredibly fast response times."
Notable Practitioners
Well-known senior practitioner Karsten Metzlaff is recognised for the breadth of his expertise concerning a variety of commercial issues such as franchise agreements across European jurisdictions and cooperation agreements, often involving topical elements such as e-mobility. Metzlaff is also a seasoned litigator, making him an attractive choice for contentious as well as non-contentious mandates.
Experienced practitioner Albin Ströbl is sought after for his expertise in cooperation agreements and product launches, predominantly advising well-known clients from the automotive sector. He also acts in dealership disputes.
"He is simply the perfect contact person in the sales area. He is fast, imaginative, experienced - we are extremely satisfied."
"Albin Ströbl is an expert in distribution law questions and it is very nice to work with him."
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