Capital Markets: Equity
Germany
5 years ranked
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David Rath
Global 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
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Practice Areas
David Rath advises corporate clients and investment banks on a broad range of complex German and international equity capital markets transactions.
David draws on his breadth of transactional experience to combine sophisticated legal advice and a pragmatic approach to crafting solutions for clients in Germany and around the world. His work encompasses many of the German market’s most significant deals in recent years. He regularly guides clients on:
- IPOs
- Spin-offs arising from complex corporate carve-outs
- Cross-border capital markets transactions, in particular US registered offerings
- Capital raisings
- Block trades
- Public takeovers
He also helps corporate clients navigate life as a public company after a listing, including advising clients on German stock corporate law and capital markets law, as well as takeover law matters.
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Chambers Global Guide
Capital Markets: Equity - Germany
Band 4
Individual Editorial
David Rath is sought after for his expertise in IPOs, dual-track transactions and de-SPACs. He is particularly active advising underwriting consortiums.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
David Rath is a really solid pair of hands.
Capital Markets: EquityChambers Global GuideDavid Rath convinces with a high willingness to provide services and a problem-oriented approach.
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