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Leading Firms
More than half of the leading firms we identify are international in scope, with the UK magic circle firms in particular having a strong presence in Germany. Standing alongside these firms are the outstanding local practices, proving that they are a match for their international counterparts. We identify prominent lawyers from 33 cities across the country. View the profiles of the 10 leading firms in this edition.
Practice Areas
This year we cover 30 distinct practice areas in our research. The German economy boasts an established history of investment in technology, finance and commerce, which is reflected in the size and strength of those practice areas. The largest chapters are those relating to corporate tax, with 57 lawyers, internet & e-commerce with 50 lawyers, followed by the 47-strong competition chapter. View the editorial analysis for each practice area here.
Corporate Counsel Q&A
Who's Who Legal interviews Maria Aybar, legal manager of the first ever natural gas liquidification plant in South America, PERU LNG. She discusses the requirements of her role and trends in the in-house legal market.
Corporate Counsel Q&A
Who’s Who Legal interviews Jeffrey Goh, the general counsel of one of the world’s foremost airline groups, Star Alliance Services. He discusses his in-house legal career and the German aviation industry.
Roundtable: Mining 2012
The International Who’s Who of Mining Lawyers has brought together two of the leading practitioners in the world to discuss key issues facing lawyers today.
Funds Industry Thriving In Leading Offshore Centres
Rod Palmer and Paul Farrell of Walkers evaluate recent developments in the offshore funds markets.
Consolidation In The Private Equity Industry And Its Impact On The Legal Profession
Thomas H Bell and Jason Glover of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP assess the current fundraising climate.
Roundtable: Regulatory Communications 2012
The International Who’s Who of Regulatory Communications Lawyers has brought together four of the leading practitioners in the world to discuss key issues facing lawyers today.
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Nominees have been selected based upon comprehensive, independent survey work with both general counsel and private practice lawyers worldwide. Only specialists who have met independent international research criteria are listed.