Restructuring/Insolvency: Administration | Europe

GÖRG is a German law firm with an impressive presence in a broad range of restructuring and insolvency mandates. Its members are regularly appointed as insolvency administrators by courts, with further expertise in trusteeships and self-administration. With its prowess in handling complex insolvencies the team is also well placed to assist with pre-insolvency restructurings and protective shield proceedings. Furthermore, the law firm is appreciated for its advisory work, assisting with financial and corporate restructurings as well as refinancings and distressed M&A. Its clientele, comprising well-known players from the automotive, fashion and industrial sector, further illustrates GÖRG's excellent market position. Clients particularly enjoy the firm's strength in handling the German aspects of international mandates.

The international law firm White & Case houses a market-leading insolvency practice. Its members are regularly appointed as administrators and trustees on high-profile proceedings spanning the fashion, transport and energy sectors. Debtor-in-possession and protective shield proceedings as well as restructurings via insolvency plans constitute strengths of the law firm. Furthermore, White & Case is respected for assisting debtors and creditors with financial and corporate restructurings as well as distressed M&A and pre-insolvency restructurings. With its international coverage, the law firm is well placed to cater to a diverse clientele from debtors to lenders and investors, covering a broad array of industries.

The international law firm CMS is appreciated for its strength in restructuring and insolvency mandates across Germany. The team regularly assists with corporate and financial restructurings, with further expertise in liability claims and stabilisation measures. Its additional strength lies in distressed M&A and insolvency-related disputes. Furthermore, CMS's various team members are often appointed by courts in complex insolvencies in the financial sector. Its cross-border capabilities make CMS a particularly popular choice for both creditors and debtors across various industry sectors.