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Martin Klusmann

Global 2026

Freshfields

Ranked in 1 practice area

Competition/European Law

Germany

9 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Martin specialises in all aspects of German, European and international competition law. He has represented clients before national competition authorities and the European Commission for many years. Martin is advising clients in merger control and behavioral as well as compliance matters. He is also a competition litigator with a long track record of court cases before competent national and European courts and international arbitration tribunals. Martin has particular industry expertise in IT, automotive, chemical and heavy industries work.

Career

Joined Freshfields in 1992; partner since 1997.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Competition/European Law - Germany

Band 1

Individual Editorial

With a broad practice that covers behavioural investigations, appeals against fines for anti-competitive conduct and follow-on damages actions, Martin Klusmann remains one of the leading competition law experts in Germany. He is particularly highly sought after by clients from the automotive and manufacturing sectors.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

I find him very impressive and knowledgeable. He is a superstar in Germany.
Competition/European LawChambers Global Guide
He is the best in Germany for defending in cartel investigations.
Competition/European LawChambers Global Guide
Martin Klusmann is an excellent technical lawyer.
Competition/European LawChambers Global Guide
For cartel investigations, Martin Klusmann is a big shot in the market.
Competition/European LawChambers Global Guide
Martin Klusmann is the leader of the pack.
Competition/European LawChambers Global Guide