‘Always responsive, short response times with very useful results; open to discussion, good balanced results. Very good knowledge of the industry and, if necessary, short-term familiarization with new business topics. Outstanding legal qualifications, also beyond labor law; clear coverage of so-called ancillary areas of law such as corporate law, transformation law, social security and tax law.’

‘High-class advice. Trusting and long-established cooperation. Excellent employment law expertise.’

‘Kliemt is the benchmark when it comes to employment law. All national and international developments are anticipated in such a way that sensible preparation is possible without time pressure. Kliemt is solution-oriented and knows what medium-sized companies need: no excessive treatises and comparisons of legal issues in the style of expert opinions, but clear and implementable paths with profound opportunity/risk assessments that are also understandable for decision-makers. Resources are always made available in such a way that schedules can be implemented.’

‘Michael Kliemt has been a close companion of our company for many years on complex restructuring and strategic issues.’

‘Barbara Reinhard: Outstanding legal expertise, extremely pragmatic implementation proposals.’

‘In-depth labor law and strategic advice; top quality and regular information on relevant topics such as legal changes and developments in labor law. Proactive issue tracking.’

‘In addition to outstanding labor law knowledge and experience in (extra)judicial proceedings, Burrkard Göpfert is characterized by extensive knowledge of various sectors. This makes him a valuable sparring partner in strategic approaches. Oliver Vollstädt is a guru of labor law.’

‘Outstanding quality of advice: All facets of individual and collective labor law are covered. Very practical advisory support in legal disputes and works council negotiations as well as non-contentious issues. All in all, unbeatable value for money on the German market.’

‘The ADVANT Beiten team is broad, so that you have one main contact and can fall back on the entire team for special issues. The solution approaches are then always coordinated and the interests of our company are ideally taken into account.’

‘Very profound knowledge in several areas, both in individual and in collective employment law. Among other things, on company remuneration schemes, digital solutions for foreign assignments, restructuring, arbitration boards, mobile working; Efficient advice and design of HR processes in companies. Wolfgang Lipinski is very experienced and practice-oriented, conceptually strong, brilliant negotiation strategist.’

‘Technically highly professional. Quick and reliable solutions at all times and competent support in negotiations with operating partners.’

‘Overall, a very strong, extremely friendly team, which is closely interlinked in terms of expertise – very efficient processing of tasks – even when deputizing.’

‘The Advant Beiten team is always available and able to develop pragmatic and quick solutions to problems. Significantly above-average success rates both on an individual legal level and in the collective area (collective agreements). Christopher Melms: Expert in collective bargaining law and with his experience from other mandates always able to find solutions.’

‘Thomas Barthel’s team is exceptionally client- and business-oriented, professional, pragmatic and solution-oriented in the interests of the client.’

‘Modern team, high level of expertise, available at all times, binding feedback, simply outstanding type of cooperation.’

‘Markus Künzel: an experienced lawyer with good negotiating skills, he brings his ideas to negotiations with workers and unions in a targeted manner. Professional appearance, strong in communication and very flexible. Very goal-oriented and fair.’

‘Competent and always friendly. Everyone supports us in our concerns. Very fast and good response time.’

‘Perfectly trained. Very competent.’

‘Pragmatic, well connected in the market.’

‘Axel Braun: Very agile, well-connected.’

‘Paul Schreiner: Many years of experience, practical translation into HR work.’

‘Very solution-focused, many pragmatic ideas, extensive expertise.’

‘Quiet nature, solution-oriented, pragmatic.’

‘Klaus Thönißen: impresses with his quick and analytical perception and the pragmatic solution-orientation in practice!’

‘The Seitz team provides comprehensive advice, taking into account all business aspects, and searches intensively for legal design and solution options which are always operationally beneficial to the company.’

‘Stefan Seitz: Very experienced lawyer in all consulting, collective bargaining and employment law issues with a very good network.’

‘Highest level of professionalism, always available and helpful, fast and uncomplicated correspondence with clients, also via digital platforms, excellent solutions always taking the client’s interests into account.’

‘Very competent and always solution-oriented, always pragmatic, understandable presentation of complicated legal issues, fast and reliable.’

‘Development of creative and alternative solutions; good distribution of roles in critical negotiations.’

‘The consulting services are without exception of the highest quality and always very useful in practice. In time-sensitive matters, the team is always available for us.’

‘They offer industry-based knowledge in their advice, not only on the topic at hand, but also on the big picture.’

‘Markulf Behrendt is an experienced, excellent mediator and advisor in negotiations with works councils.’

‘Markulf Behrendt: Extremely competent and experienced; not just limited to legal aspects, but also with regard to his consideration of workforce and environment. He is a good sparring partner for out-of-the-box approaches; high empathy.’

‘First-class and reliable cooperation with the law firm, highly recommended. We always experienced flawless and quick communication at all times. Everything was very reliable, complex issues were always explained very well. The whole team was extremely friendly and nice – you could tell that everyone “behind the scenes” got along well!’

‘Always competent, quick feedback, comprehensive advice, very tough deadlines, which they met with a lot of overtime. I valued the collaboration at “equal footing”. Personally, I don’t want to work with anyone else.’

‘Well-founded specialist knowledge and realistic assessment of the legal problems faced by the client.’

‘Individual goal-oriented performance. High qualification, extraordinary experience.’

‘Our key contact succeed very quickly in adapting to the company’s own style of communication and internal dealings with one another. This develops a common team spirit, which makes working together very pleasant. Internal communication is good, appointments are made quickly, easily and reliably.’

‘The practice has an unsurpassed positive attitude. I’ve never worked with a team that takes this attitude so consistently. PWWL is always prepared for all questions and needs and answers questions in advance. The law firm has a very good business sense and delivers pragmatic solutions. The client is the focus.’

‘Very good sparring in the team to design the best possible employment law solutions and enforce them in and out of court. Very good availability and flexibility in terms of time. Very professional, forward-thinking way of working.’

‘Very pragmatic and well thought-out solutions and always available.’

‘Reliability, very good accessibility. Technically very competent. Practical and solution-oriented.’

‘Dirk Freihube is our competent and well-respected legal advisor in all employment law matters. He works quickly, reliably and with absolute confidentiality and is always in the interest of our company.’

‘Burkhard Fabritius: Available quickly and at all times, pragmatic, goal-oriented advice, very high level of legal and strategic expertise.’

‘Legally sound and at the same time very practice-oriented. Solution-oriented.’

‘Trustworthy and patient advice, even with difficult issues or explanations.’

‘Dirk Freihube: Very good legal skills, very good specialist knowledge, very good references, very easy to contact.’

‘The team stands out due to its high level of expertise, timely processing, friendliness, helpfulness and availability.’

‘The office is always 100% available. Deep and broad knowledge of employment law, very high level of commitment and trustworthiness. The team is able to grasp very complex issues very quickly, to recognize possible weak points, to play to strengths and to advise on the corporate strategy, to implement and support the issues.’

‘Outstanding expertise in employment law and extremely good cooperation and support across the spectrum of the legal field.’

‘We are extremely convinced of the personal commitment and professional competence in employment law issues. For years, the firm has advised us very well on employment law issues such as restructuring and employee separation. We also appreciate the high level of reliability, flexibility and customer orientation.’

‘The entire Küttner team is extremely friendly, customer-oriented and competent. The availability is excellent, which is essential for larger projects and, in my experience, not always a matter of course.’

‘Very professional, friendly team. Enquiries are processed reliably, quickly and competently.’

‘The entire team is very competent in employment law, always friendly, courteous and very flexible in answering enquiries and arranging appointments. Very high professional competence with pragmatic, everyday solutions. Not just a whistleblower, but solution-oriented.’

‘Broad expertise, short-term support with questions.’

‘Recognized professional competence in all facets of employment law paired with a very good understanding of practical framework conditions and operational practices. Solution-oriented approach with clear suggestions for practical implementation. In addition, excellent coaching in negotiation situations.’

‘The pragmatic advice, high flexibility and solution orientation is extremely helpful and highly appreciated. The balance between legal advice and economic considerations is always given and leads to sustainable solutions.’

‘Fast reaction times, precise advice and prompt delivery with outstanding results, both nationally and internationally.’

‘Kai Bodenstedt: Fast and balanced advice with a high level of professional expertise, extremely pleasant and uncomplicated cooperation.’

‘Jens Kirchner and the team are outstanding in taking on the specific situation, putting themselves in the position at hand and also pointing out alternatives or situations that are not specifically requested.’

‘Henriette Norda is exceptional. She is a true powerhouse: sharp, precise, incredibly responsive. She offers pragmatic solutions for complex issues. She is also experienced in litigation and is exactly the lawyer you want on your side.’

‘Perfect and direct communication with the entire employment law team. Proactive advice from DLA Piper when laws have changed and contracts need to be adjusted.’

‘DLA works in a solution-oriented and, above all, entrepreneurial manner. It’s not about brilliant legal literature achievements, but about solutions in a specific, company-related individual environment. Hands-on, a mentality not always found in law firms.’

‘Very high level of knowledge, always up-to-date. Excellent transfer into practice.’

‘Dynamic team.’

‘Johan-Michel Menke is an excellent negotiator.’

‘Reliable advance information on relevant changes/innovations. Implementation characterized by common sense and practical relevance.’

‘Legal advice tailored to the client, pragmatic approach and risk considerations where desired and appropriate. Current topics are addressed proactively. Seamless collaboration and support from different consulting areas as well as across different geographical regions/countries. Single point of contact for all (initial) inquiries.’

‘Expertise, professionalism, accessibility, reliability, flexibility. Extremely cooperative, trusting and friendly working relationship. Pragmatic approach wherever possible. View of the bigger picture.’

‘Eckard Schwarz: Always available, reacts quickly and has a very high level of competence. Has extensive experience and entrepreneurial understanding. Personally very pleasant.’

‘Unique commitment and support in all employment law issues; in urgent cases immediate availability and prioritization. Showing different options for action, including the consequences.’

‘Fast and professional, strong on the matter.’

‘Very good accessibility and reliable management of order processing. Creativity in the development of practical solutions. Proactively providing impetus for the further development of our corporate culture.’

‘Continuity, reliable!’

‘Very good teamwork, short response times, always available. deep knowledge. We can rely on Osborne Clarke’s colleagues.’

‘All colleagues are extremely friendly and competent. They help immediately without having to wait long.’

‘Everything was always handled with pinpoint accuracy.’

‘From the client’s point of view, a very outstanding point is the lawyers’ high level of professionalism and their simultaneously very human and collegial closeness in advising – the lawyers really take on the facts, not just on a higher level.’

‘In difficult processes, they are there to support and advise you from start to finish.’

‘First and foremost, very competent and expert legal advice. Always available, highly responsive, very reliable!’

‘Very broad employment, contract and commercial law firm, well organised, with international contacts, very good foreign language skills. Besides, very nice people.’

‘Sabine Schröter: Very committed, extremely competent and agile personality, who leads, encourages and convinces with her character and her excellent professional skills.’

‘Very professional practice in all matters, extremely quick and direct processing, very innovative and directly on the burning issues.’

‘There seems to be a good atmosphere in the office. The technical expertise is very high and the answers are always to the point, clear and easy to understand. The team keeps deadlines under control and proactively reminds the client of an important next step.’

‘Very customer-friendly and open communication. Technically very competent. Extremely well connected team.’

‘We work together with Ulrich Wahlers. For me the best external lawyer we have ever had. He has an excellent feeling for negotiation strategies, very extensive knowledge and deals with all issues to an excellent extent and extremely promptly.’

‘A very complete team that covers all aspects of employment law. Very professional and extremely pleasant to work with.’

‘Michael Bogati: Technically outstanding and the social skills are also very good. He is completely convincing with his convincing arguments, both in writing and directly on site at the courts.’

‘Excellent and always up-to-date knowledge is incorporated into pragmatic solutions and constant advice on self-help. There is also almost no question that remains unanswered in the ad hoc appointment. A very trusting and extremely fruitful cooperation.’

‘Michael Bogati: Very practical; Recommendations always take into account the operational conditions/circumstances; no legal excuses; competent, pragmatic, effective.’

‘I always notice the very good accessibility and the quick reaction of the team. Answers always come quickly and reliably.’

‘Malte Evers has been advising me for almost ten years. I have always followed his advice and have never regretted it. I can’t remember a single event where we didn’t achieve what we set out to do together. He is always open and honest about the chances of success with a certain procedure and does not mince his words when I as a client am on the wrong track.’

‘Great team, very friendly and polite, always good and fast communication.’

‘Competent, reliable, calm, solution-oriented.’

‘Loschelder consists of a real team, not just isolated specialists. I always get help from a single source that is coordinated with colleagues from other legal areas.’

‘Fast, competent and reliable advice at all times! Clear development of strategies, taking into account the possible success here.’

‘High level of competence and speed.’

‘Perfect collaboration with Sebastian Pelzer. Pragmatic solutions and clear demonstration of legal constellations.’

‘The team is very well coordinated. High pragmatism.’

‘Detlef Grimm: Longstanding, outstanding consultant. Always pragmatic, solution-oriented with a lot of understanding for clients’ concerns.’

‘Sebastian Pelzer is always a competent contact for all employment law issues. His advice is characterized by clear opinions and recommendations with a pragmatic focus.’

‘Thanks to many years of consulting in the banking sector, the law firm has a very good understanding of the industry and is very familiar with legal issues relevant to the financial sector. The team is characterized by a very high level of reliability and responsiveness.’

‘Proactive holistic approach and provision of information.’

‘The partners personally take care of the matter. The entire team works closely together. However, the partners themselves are always available as contact persons. Very client-centric and practical approach, which is always a good decision-making aid for clients instead of just explaining the legal situation. Challenges are approached and overcome from the client’s point of view.’

‘Philipp Schäuble: Very high professional competence; very high commitment; reliability.’

‘Christian Rolf is an excellent lawyer. He always has his client’s interests in mind – but also the bigger picture. As a clever strategist, he always helps with the right advice at the right time.’

‘Philipp Schäuble has very good and in-depth knowledge of all legal issues relevant to the financial sector. He is always approachable and never loses his calm.’

‘Thomas Gennert: Extremely professional and technically excellent support. Extremely short response times. Promises are definitely kept or exceeded.’

‘Philipp Schäuble is an excellent lawyer for the very specific area of temporary employment.’

‘The team is diverse and maintains a very good working relationship with its clients.’

‘Extremely high reliability, good accessibility, well-founded reviews.’

‘In particular, Henrik Röger and Sebastian Stütze should be mentioned, who are available to us almost any time of the day and support us with pragmatic and needs-based solutions.’

‘Hendrik Röger is a very reliable lawyer who is experienced in his field. He is able to assess complex issues for non-lawyers and to make target-oriented recommendations.’

‘The cooperation among the GT team is positive. Our interests are looked after comprehensively and we are given very good advice. The topics are recorded in great detail, evaluated and checked to see whether the client’s desired goal can be achieved or not – there is always open communication.’

‘Excellent advice, which was delivered incredibly quickly.’

‘All lawyers are top notch when it comes to client needs, exceptional communication.’

‘I have already worked with several team members and have only had good experiences in terms of speed, quality and solution orientation; all this courteously and quickly.’

‘Very high level of professionalism and great expertise, no empty phrases, content is delivered. Possess the ability to explain complex legal issues to the legal layperson, pick them up and enable them to make decisions. Realistic, clear assessment of processes, very willing to help and responsive. Clear assessment of the situation and the time required; timelines are realistically set and adhered to.’

‘Kara Preedy is excellent at advising on large strategic projects and ad hoc advice on urgent issues. She is incredibly responsive and has a feel for client needs as well as market demands. She is incredibly pleasant to work with and provides pragmatic, sensible legal advice on complex issues.’

‘Konradin Pleul’s service concept is great and the client feels completely comfortable and very well looked after. He familiarizes himself with topics in great detail and is always solution-oriented and realistic. In addition, he has very high and very good communication skills and special knowledge and experience in the respective area of law.’

‘Holger Faust is fantastic! Very responsive, open, professional and understands his clients’ business. Has the ability to explain the law to a layperson and has a good sense of humour.’

‘Excellent knowledge of medical and employment law. The ideal partner for healthcare professionals.’

‘The team works well together. Information is exchanged efficiently.’

‘Gunther Mävers: Very sound knowledge of immigration law, extremely committed, very practice-oriented solutions.’

‘Marcus Michels: “Old warhorse” of employment law, technically well versed, but always with an eye on practice-oriented, fair solutions that take into account the interests of both sides (employer and employee).’

‘The cooperation with the law firm, especially Jannis Kamann and Gunther Mävers, is very good, pragmatic and trusting with a high degree of professionalism in expertise, experience and necessary urgency and flexibility.’

‘Tilmann Isenhardt: We are extremely satisfied with his expertise. Very approachable with comprehensive legal advice. Legally reliable information at top speed.’

‘Jannis Kamann: Highly professional cooperation paired with a very high degree of trust, confidentiality and commitment. He is available at all times, flexible, very competent, pragmatic, solution-oriented, highly professional and has integrity.’

‘The team is responsive and serves English-speaking clients very well.’

‘They have in-depth legal knowledge and are a pleasure to work with.’