Dispute Resolution - Germany
What the team is known for
Housing a highly esteemed disputes practice, the law firm Gleiss Lutz is particularly visible and well reputed for its strength in antitrust litigation and is regularly sought after for its prowess in handling major cartel damages claims. The team also represents clients in liability and distribution disputes. Furthermore, the firm is well versed in investment arbitration, insolvency proceedings and class actions in the capital markets segment. Additionally, Gleiss Lutz offers noteworthy expertise in corporate litigation and general commercial arbitration proceedings, including those pertaining to the construction sector. Its clientele includes well-known players from the technology, telecommunications, energy and automotive sectors.
Strengths
"The team is pragmatic and is always looking for reasonable solutions."
"The Gleiss Lutz team is highly stable and its quality is extraordinary."
"Its lawyers are always accessible and they really care for their clients."
"The firm has an excellent overview of multidimensional, large-volume litigation before foreign courts."
"Gleiss Lutz has strength in its experience with the enforcement of international arbitration awards."
Work highlights
Gleiss Lutz represented Deutsche Telekom before the Berlin Court of Appeal in the enforceability of an arbitral award against the state of India in Germany, with around USD132 million in awarded damages.
Notable practitioners
Leading practitioner Stefan Rützel is renowned for his litigation strength, acting on large-scale set-aside proceedings, as well as representing clients in liability claims and insolvencies. Additionally, he is an experienced counsel and acts as arbitrator, which makes him a strong choice for clients seeking holistic representation. "He is a very experienced arbitration and litigation counsel."
Stephan Wilske operates from the firm's Stuttgart office and is widely appreciated for his prowess in handling large distribution disputes, as well as those related to energy construction. He is experienced with DIS and ICC arbitrations. "He is brilliant." "Stephan Wilske is very experienced in arbitration proceedings."
Düsseldorf-based practitioner David Quinke often acts for well-known energy companies on complex disputes. David Quinke also acts on litigation related to arbitral awards. "David Quinke is excellent."
Governments, automotive giants and technology companies trust Eric Wagner with distribution, product liability and insurance disputes. He shows additional skill in insolvencies and recourse claims. "He is a very good lawyer."
