Richard Franz Gerlach

Expert guidance on a complex cross-border financing matter

Our company, based in Atlanta, required legal counsel for a complex financing arrangement involving a German investment partner. We were referred to Richard Franz Gerlach of Görg Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten mbB. While his primary office is in Cologne, his deep expertise in Banking and Finance Law, recognized by Best Lawyers, was precisely what we needed for this transatlantic transaction. Mr. Gerlach’s understanding of both the German and U.S. financial regulatory landscapes was immediately apparent. He guided us meticulously through the nuances of the loan documentation, identifying several potential jurisdictional conflicts we had overlooked. His analysis of the security package and the enforcement mechanisms under German law was particularly thorough and gave our board significant confidence. The matter concluded successfully, with a structure that protects our interests comprehensively. The only minor critique would be the occasional delay in email responses, likely due to the time zone difference and his caseload, which sometimes required a follow-up call to his assistant. However, when we did connect, his attention to detail and strategic insight were exceptional. We would certainly engage his services again for any European finance-related legal needs.