act legal offers a comprehensive, full-service approach and is particularly recognised for their expertise in M&A, private equity, real estate, restructuring and insolvency, employment law and project management. With the added strength of an in-house transactional notary office, the firm positions itself as a highly experienced partner for complex transactions. Based in Frankfurt, the practice regularly advises international and cross-border clients. The firm is led by founding partners Sven Tischendorf, Tara Kamiyar-Müller and Stephan Schwilden. Tischendorf brings extensive expertise in M&A and restructuring matters, Kamiyar-Müller is a recognised authority in real estate law and disputes and Schwilden focuses on restructuring and employment law.
Frankfurt in Germany
act legal
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‘The team has a wide range of expertise, which means that even special cases can be handled by the same company. Short communication channels and internal coordination regarding the case save time and money.’
‘We have been working with act legal for about 2 months now. Very good and engaged team. Strong partner, but also strong team.’
‘Extraordinary knowledge. Great personalities and a friendly work environment. The lawyers are always reachable and will guide you through difficult situations without hesitation and a clear mind.’
Kernmandanten
Boehringer Ingelheim
Apollo Optik
Britax Römer Kindersicherheit GmbH
Deutsche Real Estate AG
Dun & Bradstreet/Bisnode
EMVIA Living Group
eprimo
Fit Seven Eleven
FELS Group
GN Audio Germany GmbH /JABRA
Greiner Group
Hilti Deutschland AG
Nemetschek Group
Mattes Group
Mitteldeutsche Hartstein Industrie AG
JET Tankstellen Deutschland GmbH
Alpina Parking Deutschland GmbH
Symprove
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- Advised DEPOT – Gries Deco Company GmbH on its self-administration proceedings, including coordination of more than 300 lease negotiations, the international subsidiaries, and a successful M&A transaction resulting in a transferring reorganisation.
- Advised Addtech Industrial Solutions, a division of Addtech AB Group, on the acquisition of a majority stake in ROSHO Automotive Solutions GmbH and on the acquisition of PGS Tec company specialising in the planning and implementation of pharmaceutical, gas and special plant technologies.
- Advised ACHAT Hotels on comprehensive restructuring measures following self-administration filings, providing full legal support on real estate and employment law matters to ensure uninterrupted operations across 49 hotels in Germany and Hungary.
METIS Rechtsanwälte PartG mbB
The Frankfurt-based commercial boutique METIS Rechtsanwälte PartG mbB focuses on corporate law, M&A, dispute resolution and labour law. The practice holds a strong international focus with extensive experience with cross-border transactions and disputes. Notable partners include Felix Dette praised for their expertise in M&A and private equity, Lars Friske an experienced corporate and finance adviser, Andreas Rasner a leading figure in corporate litigation and cross-border M&A, Heinrich von Bünau with strong credentials in restructuring and joint ventures, Florian Wettner recognised for high-profile litigation and arbitration work and Daniel Benkert a leading name in employment law.
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Felix Dette; Lars Friske; Andreas Rasner; Heinrich von Bünau; Florian Wettner; Daniel Benkert
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‘Compared to traditional large law firms, Metis impresses with its agility, flat hierarchies, and personal, partner-led service. Clients appreciate the team’s availability and commitment, as well as its ability to identify and address individual needs. While other firms often act in a more rigid and formal manner, Metis fosters close personal relationships and offers truly bespoke legal advice.’
‘Metis impresses with a highly qualified, dynamic, and personable team that supports corporate clients as true partners in all legal matters. Modern structures, innovative working methods, and a clear service orientation make the firm the first choice for companies seeking legal excellence with a personal touch.’
‘Very smart team, very good lawyers!’
Kernmandanten
Btomorrow Ventures Limited
Dörrenberg Edelstahl GmbH
GESCO SE
Shareholder of Targecy GmbH
HF Opportunities GmbH
ACISO Group
Brand Earth Group
Lafayette Mittelstand Capital
Supervisory Board of DB InfraGO AG
Allianz Versicherungs AG
Nestlé Deutschland AG
Top Grade International Enterprise Ltd.
Chaiyaporn Rice Co., Ltd.
Tajik infrastructure company
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- Advised Btomorrow Ventures Limited, the Venture Capital division of British American Tobacco, on the investment in the start-up company one.five GmbH.
- Advised HF Opportunities GmbH, an investment company of the financial investor HANNOVER FINANZ, on the acquisition of the automotive supplier freeglass from the SAINT-GOBAIN Group by way of a carve-out.
- Advising the supervisory board of DB InfraGO AG (Deutsche Bahn) in the context of an extensive internal investigation and in particular on potential civil liability of members of the management board.
Schalast Law | Tax
Schalast Law | Tax is recognised for their expertise in banking and finance law, corporate law, M&A and employment law. Christoph Schalast leads the Frankfurt office delivering deep experience in real estate transactions, financial markets regulation and contentious matters. Most recently, the practice saw new arrivals of Philipp von Ploetz from SZA Schilling, Zutt & Anschütz Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft Jens Ekkenga from Covington & Burling LLP.
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Philipp von Ploetz; Jens Ekkenga
Kernmandanten
Mondu GmbH
Hessian Ministry for Economic, Energy, Traffic, Living and Rural Areas (Hessisches Ministerium für Wirtschaft, Energie, Verkehr, Wohnen und ländlichen Raum)
Federal Republic of Germany (Bundesrepublik Deutschland), represented by Federal Ministry for Education and Science (Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung)
German University of Digital Science
Raisin Bank AG
HelloBonnie GmbH
kineo finance
Fosun and entities thereof, in particular Hauck & Aufhäuser
Interbridge Group
Technopolis Deutschland GmbH (SPRIND GmbH)
Wirtschafts- und Infrastrukturbank Hessen
Federal Republic of Germany, represented by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)
Frankfurter Lebensversicherung AG
Bank für Vermögen AG
Commerz Real KVG
Henssler Gastro Gruppe
LTG AG Stuttgart
WIKUS Sägenfabrik GmbH & Co KG
VAMED Group/Management
Viessmann Werke GmbH & Co. KG
Beyond Capital Partners
Mainova WebHouse
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- Advised Mondu GmbH, a Berlin-based B2B BNPL provider, on structuring a EUR 40 million refinancing via a Luxembourg securitisation vehicle and supported the implementation of various business models across Europe. The work includes transaction structuring, regulatory analysis under ZAG and KWG, preparation of financing and partner documentation, and support with EU cross-border activities from the Netherlands.
- Advised the Hessian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Landesbank Hessen-Thüringen (Helaba) on the legal and structural framework for the retransfer of EUR 4.3 billion in subsidy loans serving as regulatory equity capital. The work covered regulatory, state aid, insolvency, tax and corporate law
- Advised Viessmann on the acquisition of the ISOPLUS Group, a provider of energy-efficient, pre-insulated pipe systems for sustainable heat distribution.
Waldeck Rechtsanwälte PartmbB
Waldeck Rechtsanwälte PartmbB advises across banking, M&A and corporate law, outsourcing and IT including licensing and data protection matters. The practice also holds notable experience with real estate law, with particular strength in litigation, tenancy law and transactional work. Other areas covered include antitrust, employment, economic administrative law and public procurement. Marcus Blankenheim offers a wealth of knowledge to companies in construction and real estate law and represents banks and financial service providers in disputes, while also advising on banking and capital markets law. Laurenz Meckmann brings extensive experience in national and international real estate transactions.
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Marcus Blankenheim; Laurenz Meckmann
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‘High level of commitment and very good accessibility of the partners, very competent, very good price-performance ratio, very good knowledge of the industry, innovative ideas, excellent support for the development of solutions.’
‘Partnership, quick comprehension, good documentation.’
‘The team’s extensive practical experience ensures that you always feel in good hands. What is truly exceptional is their ability to develop solutions through legal discussions, sometimes even during the meetings themselves.‘
‘The team’s work is consistently careful and comprehensive. Practical considerations are always taken into account, and alternative solutions are presented that, while pragmatic, never lose sight of the economic framework.’
‘Great team, great individuals, great service, great solutions, fit and proper.’
Kernmandanten
Athelios Vermögensverwaltung SE
aurelis Real Estate
Bankhaus Scheich Wertpapierspezialist AG
Bieker AG
comdirect bank AG
Commerzbank AG
Deka Immobilien Investment GmbH
Deutsche Telekom AG
Development Company for Israel (Europe) GmbH
DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung
FrankfurtRheinMain GmbH Marketing of the Region
Fraport AG
IFM Immobilien AG
ING
Mapei GmbH
Norsk AG
Syzygy AG
Refinitiv Germany GmbH
Sopro Bauchemie GmbH
T-Systems
Universal-Investment-Gesellschaft mbH
Wissenschaftliche Buchgesellschaft (WBG)
Schenck Process
vwd TransactionSolutions
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- Ongoing advice and representation of Fraport AG in real estate law matters.
- Ongoing representation of Commerzbank in banking law proceedings.
- Advice to the Pension Scheme of the State Chamber of Physicians of Hesse (Versorgungswerk der Landesärztekammer) on various real estate projects.
PATZINA LOTZ Rechtsanwälte Partnerschaft mbB
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Thorsten Lotz; Uwe Müllner; René Matz; Dennis Ysop
Kernmandanten
HDI Versicherung
ERGO Group
VersicherungsstelleWiesbaden
Allianz insurance
Zurich Insurance Group
Hiscox AG
DAT Deutsche AutomobilTreuhand GmbH
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- Supporting two managing directors in the implementation of share transfers pursuant to a put an option from a previous SPA in the field of mechanical engineering and vacuum technology.
- Consulting for a group of companies in the automotive trade sector regarding social security law and additional claims in the mid-six-figure range.
- Strategic advice to a company on the buyout of shares, taking into account tax implications.