About

Provided by Gleiss Lutz

Gleiss Lutz advises financial institutions as well as large and medium-sized enterprises on​the full range of banking and finance matters in Germany and abroad. We specialise in assisting clients with regard to debt financing – in particular acquisition, real estate and project financing. We also advise on refinancings and restructurings as well as issues of banking and insurance regulation.


Advising on derivatives and newer forms of financing such as green finance and sustainable finance also forms part of the broad range of services we offer. When it comes to international financing, we draw on our worldwide network of partner law firms, which means we can offer one-stop legal advice in the case of cross-border transactions.


Our success and innovative solutions are built on in-depth expertise, personal dedication, and targeted advice. The professionals from our banking and finance team work closely with our corporate, restructuring, real estate and tax practices to provide seamless and timely legal advice that meets clients’ business needs.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Germany
3
Band 3
What the team is known for

Gleiss Lutz is noted for its comprehensive coverage of banking and finance mandates, often assisting German and international borrowers, including PE firms and their portfolio companies as well as corporates across sectors. The firm is also sought after by banks, syndicates and direct lenders. The practice group offers particular expertise in acquisition finance, corporate lending and LBOs. It also cooperates with its strong restructuring and insolvency practice to advise on financial restructurings with syndicated loans. Gleiss Lutz has additionally grown its bench and raised its profile in the regulatory sphere, where it assists financial services clients with German and EU supervisory law matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Gleiss Lutz advised Deutsche Telekom on the financing of its joint venture with DigitalBridge and Brookfield, with a multi-layered leveraged infrastructure acquisition financing including syndicated facilities at both opco and holdco levels.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Eva Reudelhuber
3
Eva Reudelhuber
3
Band 3

Eva Reudelhuber is recognised in the market for her strength in corporate, acquisition and project financing as well as financial restructurings. She advises lenders and corporate borrowers.

"It is always a pleasure collaborating with Eva Reudelhuber, who is very strong when it comes to her service levels and the sophistication of her work."

"Eva Reudelhuber is strong in international transactions."

Frank Schlobach
3
Frank Schlobach
3
Band 3

Frank Schlobach is regularly mandated due to his expertise across banking and finance issues, with a particular focus on large-cap LBO transactions as well as corporate acquisition finance and financial restructurings. He is often involved in cross-border mandates, which makes him a primary contact for clients seeking international capabilities.

"We view Frank Schlobach as a strong partner who is highly experienced in LBO financings involving banks and debt funds."

"Frank Schlobach stands out for his client service, creativity and negotiation skills."

Helge Kortz
3
Helge Kortz
3
Band 3

Experienced practitioner Helge Kortz is noted for assisting borrowers with syndicated loan agreements and large financial restructurings.

"Helge Kortz is a very experienced lawyer. He is calm and pragmatic."

"Helge Kortz is competent, reliable, and very strong in terms of commercial awareness."

Ranked Lawyers at
Gleiss Lutz

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Germany

Banking & Finance

Eva Reudelhuber
3
Eva Reudelhuber
3
Band 3
Frank Schlobach
3
Frank Schlobach
3
Band 3
Helge Kortz
3
Helge Kortz
3
Band 3

Members

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Alexander Gebhardt

Andreas Kohlheim

Burkhard Jäkel

Christian Halàsz

Christian Hissnauer

Fritz C. Ludwig

Jan-Alexander Lange

Kai Birke

Kai Birke

Head of Department

Katja Lehr

Maximilian von Rom

Thomas Kulzer

Vanessa Bayliss

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