Commercial Contracts
Europe Guide 2024 : Germany
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Hogan Lovells is held in high esteem by both clients and competitors for its breadth of expertise in all matters related to commercial contracts. Patrick Ayad and his team offer particular expertise in global distribution networks and product rollouts, often acting for OEMs and car manufacturers as well as US and Asian clients seeking market entry into Germany. Furthermore, the team assists with a wide range of contract designs and commercial aspects of procurement projects including licensing, supply and manufacturing agreements, drawing on the firm's other departments to offer holistic services. Additionally, Hogan Lovells is appreciated for its ability to advise on strategic cooperation agreements and commercial disputes, and is well placed to assist with international mandates due to its global office structure. Its client roster serves as a testament to the firm's strong market presence, including leaders from the automotive, pharmaceutical and technology sectors.
Work Highlights
- Hogan Lovells advised Genesis on the development of sales and after-sales structures in connection with its launch in the European automotive market.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team are very competent, with high commitment levels and always close to the client."
"Hogan Lovells is always attentive and comprehensive."
"Hogan Lovells ensured the right team size, quick answers and the right contact persons for us."
"The lawyers provided very good commercial, entrepreneurial and economic advice."
"The team are very competent, with high commitment levels and always close to the client."
"Hogan Lovells is always attentive and comprehensive."
"Hogan Lovells ensured the right team size, quick answers and the right contact persons for us."
"The lawyers provided very good commercial, entrepreneurial and economic advice."
Notable Practitioners
Market leader Patrick Ayad offers excellent advice to prestigious clients on a plethora of commercial issues such as international distribution systems, product launches and liability as well as supply and manufacturing agreements, often acting for car manufacturers.
Florian Unseld rises in the rankings due to high activity levels on sophisticated mandates and very strong client feedback. He assists a range of clients on mandates such as distribution system restructuring and procurement issues, while also having valuable experience in advising on commercial agency agreements and purchasing cooperations across a range of sectors.
"Florian Unseld is very client-focused and willing to provide workable solutions, particularly on challenging and difficult deals."
"He is a skilled negotiator."
"He has great technological knowledge and is very creative in finding solutions for complex problems."
"Service and response times were excellent. The topic was complex and Florian Unseld did an excellent job of familiarising himself with the topic under great time pressure."