Healthcare
Europe Guide 2024 : Germany
Band 2
Contact number
+49.211.8828.4600Chambers Review
Latham & Watkins is an experienced practice with a strong focus on transactions in the healthcare sector. This includes acting for private equity firms and municipalities on hospital investments and related disputes as well as advising pharmaceutical and medical device companies on product portfolio acquisitions. The team additionally handles mergers and joint ventures while also assisting with regulatory issues and procurement mandates.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins advised the District of Goslar in the aftermath of the sale of the three Harklinikken hospitals, including on post-M&A litigation against Asklepios for breach of obligations under the privitisation agreement.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has strong knowledge in both M&A and pharma."
"Latham stands out in that it is not only very good at the legal advice but also at negotiating on your behalf."
"The firm has strong knowledge in both M&A and pharma."
"Latham stands out in that it is not only very good at the legal advice but also at negotiating on your behalf."
Notable Practitioners
Henning Schneider is a highly sought-after healthcare regulatory expert with a focus on transactions involving hospitals and nursing homes. He represents major private equity firms and operators of healthcare facilities as well as municipalities.
"He is a extremely experienced and well-regarded expert."
