James Carstensen
James Carstensen is a Germany-based correspondent for Law.com International. He writes about lawyers and legal issues in Germany and elsewhere in Europe. His coverage includes the business of law, global and domestic law firms, in-house legal departments and regulatory issues. He can be reached at [email protected]
November 09, 2021 | International Edition
Finnegan Expands European Presence With Second OfficeThe new office will be in Munich, which has a reputation as a technology hub and has been called "Europe's next Silicon Valley."
By James Carstensen
2 minute read
November 05, 2021 | International Edition
More Firms Follow Latham, Clifford Chance Into Germany's Pay WarBut many homegrown German firms are inclined to hold junior salaries steady, opting for a "wait and see" approach.
By James Carstensen
3 minute read
October 13, 2021 | International Edition
Hengeler Pilots Lufthansa On €2.2B Capital RaisingGermany's flagship carrier is aiming to repay state funds it borrowed during the pandemic.
By James Carstensen
2 minute read
October 12, 2021 | International Edition
Deloitte Legal Continues Building In Germany With Ex-Pinsent Masons PartnerIt is the latest in several expansive moves for the Big Four firm's German base.
By James Carstensen
2 minute read
October 01, 2021 | International Edition
KPMG Law Hires Ashurst Team In FrankfurtRecent growth in Germany's M&A and real estate markets has prompted a flurry of hires.
By James Carstensen
2 minute read
September 30, 2021 | International Edition
Good or Bad for Business? Lawyers Across Germany Cast Predictions as Merkel's 16-Year Reign EndsPartners at Germany's top law firms speculate on whether the incoming coalition government could be good for business, whether we will see an increase in business sanctions, or a greater focus on ESG.
By James Carstensen
8 minute read
September 27, 2021 | International Edition
Experts Warn of Coming Wave of Investor-State Arbitrations in Response to COVID-19 MeasuresHistory shows that government responses to emergencies have resulted in waves of investor-state disputes.
By James Carstensen
3 minute read
September 23, 2021 | International Edition
Legal Experts Say Bias in Arbitration Is a Growing ProblemSome are calling for a change to the system under which arbitrators are appointed to cases, arguing that "blind appointments" would reduce bias.
By James Carstensen
4 minute read
September 21, 2021 | International Edition
HSF Lures DLA Piper M&A Team In GermanyThe hiring of four new Düsseldorf-based fee-earners, including a lateral mover, adds significant firepower to HSF's German corporate presence.
By James Carstensen
2 minute read
September 20, 2021 | International Edition
Goodwin, Osborne Clarke and Proskauer Advise on €1.1B Pharmaceutical SaleHong Kong-based Tiancheng International Investment Ltd. is selling its German subsidiary to Spanish multinational pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturer Grifols SA.
By James Carstensen
2 minute read
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