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David Rath

David Rath

Global 2026

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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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Capital Markets: Equity - Germany

Band 4
Band 4

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David Rath is sought after for his expertise in IPOs, dual-track transactions and de-SPACs. He is particularly active advising underwriting consortiums.

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  • David Rath is a really solid pair of hands.

    Capital Markets: EquityChambers Global Guide
  • David Rath convinces with a high willingness to provide services and a problem-oriented approach.

    Capital Markets: EquityChambers Global Guide

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