Litigation and Arbitration

Newsletter 03/2023

The closing of a transaction may be of joy for the teams involved, however it also poses some challenges due to constant uncertainty, the strategic nature of transactions and the politics behind it. In this publication Andersen´s European Arbitration and Litigation team analyses issues related to disputes in post-M&A transactions, what the causes of disputes may be, what the jurisdiction of the ordinary courts is, and whether arbitration is better in such situations. 

Remote Work in Europe

European Guide to Support Employers

Remote work is a rapidly growing trend in the European job market. Although the concept goes back more than 50 years, and in some European countries the issue was first regulated by law over 20 years ago, it has become far more widespread since the pandemic. Currently, the majority of employers realize that, sooner or later, remote, tele- or hybrid- work will unavoidably need to be implemented as a permanent solution rather than as an ad-hoc method of work in emergency situations (or whenever office work proves impossible).

Learn more about the legal solutions currently implemented in 29 European countries, from the types of telework and the procedures for its implementation, through the obligations imposed on employers and the rights of employees to aspects of liability.

European Corporate Insights

January 2023

In this publication we address “M&A Opportunities in the Energy Sector” as one of the topics that have special interest for companies with multinational activities, and especially those doing business in Europe. Andersen’s Corporate and M&A practice, together with the Energy group, provides a comprehensive analysis of 15 European countries, addressing transaction trends in this sector and the regulatory and tax measures adopted by each country to deal with the crisis without overlooking the evolution of the sector and the needs of both the people and the sector.

Litigation and Arbitration

Newsletter 10/2022

This issue is dedicated to extraordinary change in economic relations. In this publication, we address two constructs that will be the most common basis for legal claims: the rebus sic stantibus clause and the force majeure clause – as topics of particular interest to companies doing business internationally, especially those operating in Europe.

Litigation and Arbitration

In business, disputes can arise at any time. Andersen’s local knowledge and international experience allow us to handle any dispute across almost all European countries, to secure enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards and to obtain judicial assistance. For more information on our litigation and arbitration services, please refer to our current publication.

European Corporate Insights

July 2022

New edition of Andersen´s European Corporate Insights, addressing how uncertain times caused by the pandemic, the war in Ukraine, energy price hikes, among others, are impacting the transactions in each jurisdiction and affect companies with multinational activities, especially those doing business in Europe. The Magazine also has a dedicated section with the most relevant Corporate and M&A news in our practice group in Europe.

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Employment Law

EU Working Conditions Directive: New requirements for the drafting of employment contracts

In our current newsletter, we provide you with an overview of the relevant changes as well as recommendations for their implementation of the law transposing Directive (EU) 2019/1152 passed by the German Bundestag on June 23, 2022.

Press Release PKN Group

Andersen advises PKN Group on the sale of its shareholdings to LMP IT Holding GmbH

Berlin - An Andersen team under the leadership of Dr. Moritz Brocker advised PKN Datenkommunikations GmbH, PKN Datenvernetzungs GmbH and REALCLOUD Services GmbH on the sale of their shareholdings to LMP IT Holding GmbH.

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Whistleblower Protection

In the publication of our European Employment Practice on the EU Whistleblower Directive, we outline the implementation of the Directive in 20 different European countries and what is required by employers in each country.

Employment newsletter

November 2021

Check out our Andersen Employment Newsletter covering the most common questions that employers have regarding the Vaccine. The European Employment Practice of Andersen has prepared this overview of 20 countries which quickly solves the FAQs.

Andersen in Germany hosts "Chemical Day" in Frankfurt

Themed “Challenges in the chemical industry – Making a carve out a success story” Andersen in Germany hosted the “Chemical Day 20201” on 30 September 2021.

An insightful report on the Covestro carve-out was followed by a vivid panel discussion with leaders of the Chemical Industry on typical and future carve-out challenges such as the implementation of the Supply Chain Act and ESG related issues.

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Employment Newsletter - Vaccination Certificate

The European Employment Practice of Andersen has prepared this Newsletter with relevant information for employers regarding the vaccination certificate. This newsletter provides an overview of 21 countries covering the most common questions on this regard that employers have.

Best Lawyers Ranking 2022

Best Lawyers Ranking 2022 acknowledges 8 Andersen professionals among the best lawyers in Germany

The 13^th Edition of The Best Lawyers in Germany Ranking has been published and 8 Andersen professionals have been acknowledged as „Best Lawyers in Germany 2022“:

Congratulations to our colleagues for this outstanding performance!

Invitation Webinar VfB Stuttgart - Pioneer for sustainable entrepreneurship

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Webinar: VfB Stuttgart - Pioneer for sustainable entrepreneurship

Our cooperation partner and expert on issues relating to the implementation of sustainable accounting - ESG accounting / true cost accounting - and taxation certified tax advisor Dr. Janine von Wolfersdorff will take part in the webinar "VfB Stuttgart: Pioneers for sustainable entrepreneurship" as a speaker on Thursday, July 1, 2021, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event will discuss how sustainability can become an efficient management parameter in medium-sized companies, what legal and tax developments can be expected and what is necessary for a good sustainability strategy? You can register for the event here.

Press Release Sandline Discovery LLC

Andersen advises US legal tech firm Sandline Discovery LLC on its European market entry.

Newsletter Vaccine

April 2021

Check out our Andersen Employment Newsletter covering the most common questions that employers have regarding the Vaccine. The European Employment Practice of Andersen has prepared this overview of 20 countries which quickly solves the FAQs.

Andersen in Europe

Dismissals Guide

The European Employment Group of Andersen has developed a practice guide with an overview of the most relevant aspects of dismissals regulations in 21 European countries. Despite the efforts made trying to homogenize regulations, it is clear that there are still many and strong differences among the dismissal regulations applicable in each European jurisdiction.

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Real Estate

An extraordinary year 2020 has come to an end. There were and are many legal and tax changes in the real estate industry. Read our Real Estate Newsletter for news on topics such as commercial leases, rent caps, SOBau, residential property law and architects' law and HOAI.

We wish you an exciting read and a good year 2021.

Your Andersen Real Estate Team

Press Release teccle Group

Andersen advises teccle group on acquisition of aConTech GmbH

Berlin - Andersen has advised the Frankfurt-based company teccle group on the acquisition of all shares in aConTech GmbH. According to the founders Klaus Kaiser, Sven Kalisch, Thomas Schmidt and Markus Wolf, the teccle group is to develop into the leading IT solutions provider for German medium-sized businesses. To this end, the expertise and talents of the IT industry are to be bundled under the umbrella of the teccle group.

Global Turnaround

The German legislator is moving fast to implement EU-Directive 2019/1023 on Preventive Re-structuring Frameworks with an all new law in competition with other EU members. The draft law is of course subject to diverse discussion, including Andersen’s industry experts.

Our partners Michael Thierhoff (head of the restructuring practice of Andersen in Europe and Germany) and Renate Mueller are quoted on new legislation in Germany (see page 8 and 9). 

Press Release Brexit Webinar

BREXIT| Last Minute call: “Customs, EORI and Temporary Storage Authorizations Given by the Customs Authorities in Great Britain will no Longer be Valid in the EU” | Andersen Europe VAT and Customs Service Line organized a Webinar to cover implications in Customs and VAT after BREXIT´s transition process. Two guest speakers from the European Commission address Customs and origin rules. The VAT issues were addressed by our #VATexperts Aleksandra Kalinowska and Sarah Sears, and the panel was moderated by Belén Palao.

Invitation

Webinar: Teleworking in times of Covid-19 | What employers in Europe must consider

The Employment Group of Andersen will celebrate a webinar on Thursday November 19^th, 2020 (4.00 pm CET), where a general and updated overview of the regulatory situation of teleworking in Europe will be given.

Article published by Dr. Hermann Knott

Raising capital as if taken from an ATM machine: At-the-market Equity Programs - A model used by Tesla

Invitation

Tax Update on Investments in US Real Estate and Debt

European Guide to Support Businesses

Covid-19 Impact | Debt Restructuring and Insolvency

European Corporate Legal Insights

European Restrictions on Foreign Investment Due to the COVID-19 Crisis

Covid-19 Impact

European Guide to support Employers

Newsletter

Real Estate 07/2020

Current developments in the real estate industry

EU-US Privacy Shield

ECJ declares basis for data export to the USA ineffective

The European Court of Justice (ECJ, Case C-311/18)) has declared the EU-US agreement on the so-called Privacy Shield invalid.

Press Release

Andersen advises Idinvest Partners on the sale of TeleClinic GmbH to Zur Rose Group AG

Andersen advised the Paris-based venture capital Investor Idinvest Partners on the sale of its stake in TeleClinic GmbH in the Course of the sale of TeleClinic GmbH to the Swiss Zur Rose Group AG.

Andersen Solidifies Presence in Europe

After operating under the brands Andersen Tax, Andersen Legal and Andersen Tax & Legal, the member firms of Andersen Global in Europe will now operate under a single brand, “Andersen,” demonstrating the unified and seamless approach of the global tax and legal firm. Similar brand changes in other regions around the world will follow throughout the year.

Press Release

Andersen advises Idinvest Partners on its investment in Kaia Health

Andersen advised Paris-based venture capital investor Idinvest Partners on its (lead) investment in the Munich-based health start-up, Kaia Health.

German coalition government agrees a € 130 billion fiscal stimulus

On June 3, 2020, the committee of the German coalition government agreed a € 130 billion fiscal stimulus package to mitigate the economic damage created by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Invitation

The Twilight of Globalization - A Cornerstone of Transatlantic Relations under Threat or Temporary Disruption?

Join us for a discussion round with business Leaders, economic and political experts who will provide guidance on this multifaceted topic.

THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2020 | 05.15 PM (CEST)
 

Continuation and Easements of the coronavirus restrictions - Secure Claims for compensation now

KfW Quick Loan 2020 now available

Federal Government assumes 100% default risk - No credit check by banks

Covid 19 – All you need to know

Immediate and effective advice to business enterprises

Andersen with a focused advisory approach

Review

From Pond to Lake - Managing a new approach to US-German relations

On Wednesday, October 9, Andersen together with AmCham Germany and Freunde des Amerikahauses eV organized presentations and a panel discussion on the topic ‚From Pond to lake - Managing a new approach to US-German business relations‘.

Invitation

From Pond to Lake - Managing a new approach to US-German relations

Join us for a discussion event with prominent experts on the political and economic prospects for improving business relations between the U.S. and Germany.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2019 | 05.30 PM

IP, IT & Data Protection

GDPR Implementation and Enforcement after one year

You are invited

Africa Talks - Doing Business in Markets of the Future

Vienna, 17 December 2018

Are Bitcoin Financial Instruments?

The Higher Regional Court of Berlin decided that Bitcoin do not qualify as financial Instruments. What are the consequences?

Stock exchange supervision proceedings

What market participants need to consider if investigated by trade surveillance.

Market Update from Germany

Press Release

Andersen berät LIXX bei der Registrierung als erster EU Benchmark Administrator in Deutschland

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Unser aktueller Newsletter im Bereich Restrukturierung

Pictures

Healthcare Symposium for institutional investors
with Corpus Sireo

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Die USA – das neue Steuerparadies?

Press Release

Andersen Global Expands Presence in Germany with Addition of Thierhoff
Müller & Partner

Nachlese

Nach der Wahl ohne Qual?

Rahmenbedingungen für Investitionen im Mittelstand

Senior Advisory Council

Andersen Global ernennt Dr. Stefan Kraus als eines der zehn weltweiten Mitglieder des Senior Advisory Council...

Andersen Launches in Germany

Andersen Global is proud to announce the launch of the Andersen name in Germany with the addition of a new member firm, ...

Brexit and Its VAT and Customs Consequences

On June 23, 2016, a majority of the United Kingdom (UK) decided that their country should leave the European Union (EU), known as Brexit.