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Provided by Michael Rath
Dr Michael Rath is a German lawyer, a certified specialist in information technology law and coordinates the Information Tech & Telecommunications sector at Luther. He is also a Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor.
The focus of his advisory services is on IT law, data protection law and the protection of intellectual property. Dr Michael Rath also advises on telecommunications law, assists with tenders and IT outsourcing / regulated outsourcing and the implementation of (IT) compliance requirements. He frequently holds seminars on these topics and publishes articles on current IT and data protection law issues.
Dr Michael Rath studied law at the University of Saarbrücken and in Cologne, working as a research assistant at both universities. While working full time, he completed his doctorate with an emphasis on Internet search engines at the University of Würzburg. He joined Luther’s predecessor firm in 1999 and has remained with the firm since.
Provided by Chambers
Michael Rath is recognised for advising clients from the telecommunications, insurance and chemical sectors on a variety of IT law mandates. His work ranges from collaboration platforms, data centre infrastructure and cross-border IT contracts to disputes and terms and conditions for online platforms.
Provided by Chambers
"Michael Rath is a great lawyer with a good instinct for clients' needs."
"He is expert in IT law, has great soft skills and is a very good negotiator."
"Michael Rath is a great lawyer with a good instinct for clients' needs."
"He is expert in IT law, has great soft skills and is a very good negotiator."
