Corporate/M&A

A strong international network allows Eversheds Sutherland to act on cross-border M&A transactions, with particular expertise pertaining to the UK and the USA. The team represents both German and foreign companies in inbound and outbound sales and purchases as well as multi-jurisdictional mandates. It also provides comprehensive corporate advice and assists with joint ventures, spin-offs and group reorganisations. It is at its most visible in the real estate, technology and energy sectors, and also shows strength in the automotive and banking sectors.

"Eversheds has a great internal network of well-informed professionals."

"Commercial awareness is always in focus with Eversheds' lawyers."

Eversheds Sutherland advised Sherwin-Williams on the acquisition of an all-partnership interest in Gross & Perthunas as well as a related production facility.

Matthias Heisse is appreciated for his wealth of experience in M&A transactions and reorganisations, advising both German and international clients. "He is a very strong lawyer."

Hui Zhao joined Eversheds Sutherland in January 2024. He is dual-qualified in China and Germany. He is highly experienced in assisting Chinese companies with M&A deals in Germany. He is fluent in Mandarin and German.

Sandra Link joined Eversheds Sutherland in January 2024. She has extensive experience advising Chinese clients on the acquisition of German target companies. She further assists with corporate advisory and restructurings as well as FDI procedures.