Christoph Trautrims
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
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Dr Christoph Trautrims is a lawyer specialising in corporate transactions (M&A), corporate law, and real estate law. He is known for his pragmatic, reliable advice and as a trusted sparring partner, developing solutions that balance economic and legal requirements.His main focus is advising on M&A transactions and corporate law matters such as capital increases, transformations, and restructurings, including international projects. He has worked on numerous complex deals, including the Linde–Praxair merger and the Thyssenkrupp–Tata negotiations, and has been recognised several times by WirtschaftsWoche as a top corporate lawyer. Dr Trautrims also advises on real estate transactions, project developments, and asset and share deals.He studied in Germany and the USA, earning his doctorate at the Universities of Passau, Marburg, and Cambridge, supported by scholarships from the Konrad Adenauer Foundation and DAAD. He received multiple awards for his academic and professional achievements. He is based in Frankfurt. Dr Christoph Trautrims is a lawyer specialising in corporate transactions (M&A), corporate law, and real estate law. He is known for his pragmatic, reliable advice and as a trusted sparring partner, developing solutions that balance economic and legal requirements. His main focus is advising on M&A transactions and corporate law matters such as capital increases, transformations, and restructurings, including international projects. He has worked on numerous complex deals, including the Linde–Praxair merger and the Thyssenkrupp–Tata negotiations, and has been recognised several times by WirtschaftsWoche as a top corporate lawyer. Dr Trautrims also advises on real estate transactions, project developments, and asset and share deals. He studied in Germany and the USA, earning his doctorate at the Universities of Passau, Marburg, and Cambridge, supported by scholarships from the Konrad Adenauer Foundation and DAAD. He received multiple awards for his academic and professional achievements. He is based in Frankfurt.
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Kevin Flores
Dr. Christoph Trautrims provided exceptional counsel during our company's recent acquisition of a smaller competitor. His deep expertise in M&A and corporate law was immediately evident. He acted not just as our attorney, but as a true strategic partner, offering pragmatic advice that balanced legal precision with clear business objectives. The transaction involved intricate real estate holdings, and his knowledge in that secondary area proved invaluable. His reliable, steady guidance helped us navigate due diligence and negotiations efficiently, leading to a smooth and successful closing. It's clear why he is recognized in Mergers and Acquisitions Law. For anyone seeking a trustworthy and results-oriented lawyer for corporate transactions, I cannot recommend Dr. Trautrims highly enough.