Compliance
Europe Guide 2024 : Germany
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Chambers Review
Freshfields boasts outstanding in-depth expertise in the full range of compliance law, advising prestigious clients from sectors including automotive, auditing, defence and manufacturing. The team is especially strong in internal investigations relating to emissions irregularities, bribery and fraud, and also assists with investigations regarding cybersecurity, data protection and employment issues, including harassment allegations. The practice additionally comprises expertise in sanctions regimes, whistle-blowing, anti-corruption measures and anti-money laundering, and advises clients on international supply chain compliance and distribution models.
Strengths
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"Freshfields is up to speed, responsive, efficient in terms of the set-up of its teams and a pleasure to work with."
"The team provides legal advice that is practical and tailored to our needs. I also like that the lawyers are very fast, easy to use and have an extremely high level of quality."
"Freshfields is well connected internationally with good contacts in their own offices: the exchange within the law firm and the transfer of information works well, making for an efficient cooperation across borders."
"Freshfields is up to speed, responsive, efficient in terms of the set-up of its teams and a pleasure to work with."
"The team provides legal advice that is practical and tailored to our needs. I also like that the lawyers are very fast, easy to use and have an extremely high level of quality."
"Freshfields is well connected internationally with good contacts in their own offices: the exchange within the law firm and the transfer of information works well, making for an efficient cooperation across borders."
Notable Practitioners
Norbert Nolte has experience advising on high-profile compliance matters and is a well-rehearsed adviser on internal investigations. He stands out for handling particularly large-scale global mandates. His expertise includes anti-money laundering, data protection and emissions compliance as well as matters connected to cybersecurity and bribery.
Highly regarded white-collar crime lawyer Simone Kämpfer enters the compliance rankings this year. She is particularly regarded for her experience in internal investigations connected to sexual harassment allegations. She also advises on crisis management preparation, including training sessions for management boards.
"Simone Kämpfer has done a tremendous job in internal investigations connected to #MeToo and is also great on the governmental part."
"As a former public prosecutor, Simone Kämpfer has the perspective of an investigator, which is helpful in internal investigations. She has lots of experience and good methodology while also being thorough and highly committed."