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Construction Cost Subsidies for the Grid Connection of Battery Storage Systems

A recent decision by the Higher Regional Court of Düsseldorf has given new urgency to the question of the admissibility of charging construction cost subsidies for battery storage systems.
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Tax audit orders and submission requests for transfer pricing documentation at the end of the year
We briefly outline and clarify the most important application issues as legislation revised the regulations on the obligation to submit transfer pricing documentation.
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The End of the Written Form Requirement and Implementation of Text Form for Commercial Lease Agreements
Approval of the Fourth Bureaucracy Reduction Act by the German Bundesrat.
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Baker McKenzie advises Flipp Operations on joining forces with MEDIA Central to create the world's leading provider of drive-to-store marketing
Platform creates advanced digital merchandising network that helps brands connect with customers.
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Baker McKenzie Continues to Strengthen Global M&A Practice with Addition of Dirk Horcher in Germany
Dirk specializes in advising clients on M&A transactions, public takeovers, post-merger integrations, as well as corporate reorganizations and corporate successions. 

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Overview

Our Germany lawyers work on some of the most significant matters in Europe, including German auto parts manufacturer ZF’s acquisition of Bosch Rexroth’s gearbox division and representing Steag and EVN during arbitration proceedings related to the construction of an €820 million power plant in Duisburg. We also helped German industrial company ThyssenKrupp standardize its employment contracts and transfer agreements in more than 30 countries.

With more than 200 lawyers across our Frankfurt, Munich, Berlin and Dusseldorf offices, we are the go-to firm for German companies, multinationals and financial institutions seeking domestic and cross-border advice in Corporate Law, M&A, Tax, Dispute Resolution, and Banking and Finance. The quality of our work is reflected in the recognition we receive within the legal community. Our Antitrust & Competition and Banking & Finance practices won the International Law Office's 2016 Client Choice Awards for their commitment to client excellence.

We are also market leaders in Employment and IT & Communications, and advise clients based in China on their investment activities in Germany. With our entrepreneurial spirit and efficient project management, we help clients overcome business and legal challenges and execute their global growth strategies.

 

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Berlin

Friedrichstraße 88/Unter den Linden
10117 Berlin
Germany
Tel: +49 30 2 20 02 81 0 Fax: +49 30 2 20 02 81 199

Dusseldorf

Neuer Zollhof 2
40221 Dusseldorf
Germany
Tel: +49 211 3 11 16 0 Fax: +49 211 3 11 16 199

Frankfurt

Junghofstrasse 9
60315 Frankfurt/Main
Germany
Tel: +49 69 2 99 08 0 Fax: +49 69 2 99 08 108

Munich

Theatinerstrasse 23
80333 Munich
Germany
Tel: +49 89 5 52 38 0 Fax: +49 89 5 52 38 199

Our Germany offices work across jurisdictions, industries and practice areas to offer clients local market expertise and cross-border capabilities. We have particular expertise in Antitrust & Competition matters, such as conducting antitrust and competition audits and representing clients in dawn raids and investigations.

As one of the few law firms with a dedicated global Reorganizations practice, our M&A lawyers advise on the tax, corporate, intellectual property, employment, employee benefits, and commercial issues that arise in complex mergers, acquisitions and corporate restructurings.

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Guide to Private Credit in Europe
Covering key issues for consideration in private credit transactions across 13 European jurisdictions, providing both a high-level overview and a more detailed jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction analysis.
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The New EU Third Country Branch Framework
New rules will prohibit the provision of certain banking services into the EU on a cross-border basis.
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Inhouse Under 40
Seminar series as well as a networking platform for young in-house lawyers.
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European Take-Private Financing Guide
This guide compares the noteworthy features and requirements of financing take-private transactions across Europe.
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FeMale Leaders
FeMale Leaders by Baker McKenzie is an innovative and unique event series. Our goal is to steadily increase the proportion of female leaders.
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Contingent Workforce
Contingent workforce and flexible working continues to be a dominant issue in the current employment landscape.
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Contaminated Land Guide
This guide offers an overview of national laws and regulations in over 30 countries governing the discovery, management and cleanup of environmental impacts at industrial sites.
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EU Reaches Agreement on Landmark AI Regulation
EU finally announces provisional agreement on the EU AI Act, the bloc’s landmark legislation regulating development and use of AI in Europe.
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Europe Venture Capital - The Road Ahead in 2024
Our experts explore a number of the key themes across the venture capital market in Europe in 2023/24.
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Roadmap to Reform
Partner Caitlin McErlane discusses the Commission’s most recent consultation on the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation.
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Starter Kit: How to Prepare for Mandatory Notifications under the EU Foreign Subsidies Regime
A high-level summary of the new regime and some tips on how to approach setting up a system.
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Baker McKenzie Advised Kreissparkasse Biberach and Oldenburgische Landesbank AG on the Financing of the Acquisition of DEKOM Group
DEKOM is leading international IT systems provider specializing in customized audiovisual conferencing and collaboration solutions with locations across Europe.
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Anahita Thoms Appointed as Member of the World Economic Forum's Global Future Council
Anahita Thoms joins the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Global Future Council for the 2025-2026 term.
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Baker McKenzie Advises ATB Therapeutics on EUR 54 million Series A Financing
With this financing, ATB Therapeutics will advance the development of oncology and immunology drug candidates based on its patented ATBioFarm platform. 
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Baker McKenzie Advises Terra One Climate Solutions on Agreement for the Sale of Battery Energy Storage Systems
The portfolio comprises 310 MW of ready-to-build and advanced projects strategically aligned to support Germany's renewable energy targets.
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Baker McKenzie advises Berlin Packaging on the acquisition of RIXIUS AG
Baker McKenzie has advised Chicago-based Berlin Packaging, a portfolio company of Oak Hill Capital Partners and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, on its acquisition of RIXIUS AG, a German ...
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Baker McKenzie Advises Instalco on the Investment in FABRI AG
The investment is in newly issued shares and represents a minority stake of 24% of the voting rights and capital in Fabri after the capital increase.
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Baker McKenzie Advises Flipp Operations on Joining Forces with MEDIA Central to Create the World's Leading Provider of Drive-To-Store Marketing / Closing Successfully Completed on 5 November 2024
The combined platform creates an advanced digital merchandising network that helps retailers and brands connect with their customers.
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Baker McKenzie Advises Main Shareholder on Exit From Atlantic Hub
The Firm advised the main shareholder of Atlantic Hub on the sale to Digital Transformation Capital Partners (DTCP).
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Baker McKenzie advises Haron Holding S.A. on takeover delisting offer
The delisting offer enables a delisting of DFV according to the rules of the German Stock Exchange Act.
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Baker McKenzie advises AURELIUS on the acquisition of What’s Cooking Savoury Division
Baker McKenzie advised the global investor AURELIUS on the acquisition of the What’s Cooking Savoury Division from What’s Cooking Group NV
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Baker McKenzie Advises UBS-led Bank Syndicate on the Financing of ATP Adhesive Systems' Acquisition of Neschen Coating
The Firm advised UBS and the bank syndicate on all legal and tax aspects of the transaction. 
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    Claudia Trillig

    Director Recruiting & Professional Development
    • Frankfurt
    +49 69 2 99 08 483

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    Iris Meinking

    Senior Manager, Communications
    +49 69 2 99 08 322

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    Marco Eilers

    Chief Financial Officer / Chief of Staff
    • Frankfurt
    + 49 69 2 99 08 162

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    Head of Business Development, Marketing and Communications
    + 41 44 384 14 08

  • General Manager / Head of Operations

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    Constanze Schmack

    General Manager / Head of Operations
    • Frankfurt
    + 49 69 2 99 08 150

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