Private Equity: High End
Germany
8 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Benjamin Leyendecker
Germany 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
Provided by Kirkland & Ellis International LLP
Practice Areas
Ben is a corporate partner in the Munich office of Kirkland & Ellis International LLP. He focuses on M&A and private equity transactions and has wide ranging experience in sponsored and strategic taking private transactions and corporate reorganizations.
Career
Admitted as Attorney-at-law in New York, USA; admitted in Germany; Hengeler Mueller, Munich and Düsseldorf, Germany, associate; Kirkland & Ellis International LLP, Munich, Germany, partner.
Personal
University of Konstanz, Germany (First State Examination); New York University, School of Law, USA (LL.M.); Heidelberg University, Germany (Dr. jur.); Higher Regional Court of Hamburg, Germany (Second State Examination); University of St. Gallen, Switzerland (1st Certificate EMBA).
Chambers Review
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Private Equity: High End - Germany
Star Individuals
Individual Editorial
A standout individual in the private equity market, Benjamin Leyendecker particularly impresses with his advice on high value and cross-border transactions for a stellar list of international private equity houses. He is a leading expert on public takeover tenders and complex carve-outs.
Indviduelles Editorial
Benjamin Leyendecker, eine herausragende Persönlichkeit im Private-Equity-Markt, beeindruckt insbesondere durch seine Beratung zu hochkarätigen und grenzüberschreitenden Transaktionen für eine Reihe namhafter internationaler Beteiligungsgesellschaften. Er ist ein führender Experte für öffentliche Übernahmeangebote und komplexe Carve-outs.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Benjamin Leyendecker does an excellent job - I really like working with him.
Private Equity: High EndChambers GermanyBenjamin Leyendecker's experience is invaluable - he leverages his experience to find creative solutions and convince the counterparty.
Private Equity: High EndChambers GermanyBenjamin Leyendecker is one of the most commercial lawyers out there.
Private Equity: High EndChambers GermanyBenjamin Leyendecker is the best private equity lawyer in Germany. He has an incredible understanding of the business and fantastic experience he brings to the table.
Private Equity: High EndChambers GermanyBenjamin Leyendecker is unbelievable - he's such a strong and impressive lawyer. He's always super responsive and really pleasant to work with.
Private Equity: High EndChambers GermanyBenjamin Leyendecker ist unglaublich – ein so kompetenter und beeindruckender Anwalt. Er reagiert immer prompt und die Zusammenarbeit mit ihm ist sehr angenehm. Private Equity: High EndChambers Germany
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