Overview
February 20, 2025 – International law firm McDermott Will & Emery has been recognized in Chambers Germany, a new regional guide created in response to German legal market developments, allowing for more in-depth research at the national level and providing greater coverage of the German market.
McDermott received nine practice rankings, with 10 lawyers ranked, underscoring the Firm’s continued presence in key sectors. The Firm achieved a new ranking in Banking & Finance (Band 5) and an improved ranking in Private Equity: Mid Cap (Band 4), reflecting its growing reputation in these areas, and further demonstrating the Firm’s depth of talent and expanding influence.
Clients and market peers praised McDermott for its understanding of business and legal needs, emphasizing the Firm’s ability to deliver creative solutions and responsive service. The Firm’s lawyers were noted for their practical approach and ability to quickly assess complex legal matters. One client shared, “The team demonstrates tireless commitment to their clients and an exceptionally good and fast understanding of complex issues.” Another emphasized McDermott’s availability and efficiency, noting the team’s strength in providing “availability and prompt responses.” This recognition highlights McDermott’s dedication to delivering clear, actionable advice that helps clients navigate challenges with confidence.
Practice Rankings:
- Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market – Band 2
- TMT: Media – Band 2
- Real Estate – Band 3
- Real Estate: Finance – Band 3
- Healthcare – Band 4
- Life Sciences – Band 4
- Private Equity: Mid Cap – Band 4 (UP)
- Restructuring/Insolvency – Band 4
- Banking & Finance – Band 5 (NEW)
Lawyer Rankings:
- Jana Grieb – Band 4 in Life Sciences
- Uwe Goetker – Band 4 in Restructuring/Insolvency
- Matthias Kampshoff – Band 3 in Restructuring/Insolvency
- Oliver Lieth – Band 3 in Real Estate: Finance
- Jens Ortmanns – Band 2 in Real Estate
- Dirk Pohl – Band 3 in Tax
- Dustin Schwerdtfeger – Band 4 in Real Estate: Finance
- Wolfgang von Frentz – Band 2 in TMT: Media
- Matthias Weissinger – Band 3 in Banking & Finance
- Maximilian Uibeleisen – Band 4 in Energy: Transactional (NEW)
View the full 2025 rankings here.
ABOUT CHAMBERS GERMANY
Chambers Germany is a new guide that is part of a regional approach, with ranking formerly covered in Chambers Europe. Chambers Germany will allow for more comprehensive regional research, providing broader coverage of practice areas and detailed insights into the best legal talent in the German market.
About McDermott
McDermott Will & Emery partners with leaders around the world to fuel missions, knock down barriers, and shape markets. Our team works seamlessly across practices and industries to deliver highly effective solutions that propel success. More than 1,400 lawyers strong, we bring our personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for our clients and the people they serve.
