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Alessandra Säger Dr. Anselm Lenhard Chiara Niestroj Christin Stender Christina Schuhmacher Christine Schneemann Dr. Daniel Epe Dr. Daniel Gubitz Dr. Daniel Wied Daniela Friedl Eva-Maria Bayer Fabienne Pflug Franziska Lang Jakob Heimrich Dr. Janosch Engelhardt Jennifer Blümlein Johannes Koglin

Dr. Ludger Schult Malte D. Krohn Max Hentrich Nadja Crombach Nicholas Schildhauer Nino Häberlein Dr. Patrick Droese Philipp Büchler Sabrina Harnisch Serena Mele Tamara Schellpfeffer Taoran Sun Theodora Vasileiadou Dr. Tobias Nikoleyczik Dr. Tobias Stuppi Valentina Groll Yasmin Lössl

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Chiara Niestroj Associate

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Christin Stender Head of Communications & Marketing

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Christina Schuhmacher Compliance Manager

Christine Schneemann Counsel

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Dr. Daniel Epe Partner

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Dr. Daniel Gubitz Partner

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Dr. Daniel Wied Partner

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Daniela Friedl Management Assistant

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Eva-Maria Bayer Senior Associate

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Franziska Lang Associate

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Dr. Janosch Engelhardt Associate

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Jennifer Blümlein Senior Associate

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Johannes Koglin Chief Operating Officer

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Dr. Ludger Schult Partner

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Malte D. Krohn Partner

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Max Hentrich Of Counsel

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Nadja Crombach Counsel

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Philipp Büchler Counsel

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Tamara Schellpfeffer Team Assistant

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Taoran Sun Senior Associate

Theodora Vasileiadou Reception Assistant

Dr. Tobias Nikoleyczik Partner

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Dr. Tobias Stuppi Partner

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Valentina Groll Associate

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Yasmin Lössl Marketing Assistant

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azur100 recognizes LARK as Top Employer in Corporate Law

In the azur100 magazine, JUVE Verlag has recognized LARK as top employer in corporate law. Alongside our ‘remarkable training system’, the azur team particularly highlighted the extremely high level of satisfaction among LARK associates. Actually, among all German law firms researched by the azur team, LARK's associates report the highest level of satisfaction. ⭐‘LARK received top marks in the azur survey for the quality of work content, personnel management by superiors, and the overall working atmosphere.’ ⭐‘LARK also scored above average in key categories such as salary and career opportunities.’ ⭐‘Participants praise the ‘start-up feeling’, the ‘genuine team spirit’, and the ‘welcoming environment’ at LARK.’ ⭐‘One participant also emphasized that ‘professionalism and flexibility are not just promises but a lived reality every day’.’ At LARK, our values – respect and tolerance, excellence and passion – are at the heart of everything we do. We are very pleased that this is also reflected in the azur ranking.

March 18, 2025

LARK advises Econocom Group on the acquisition of a majority stake in bb-net media GmbH

Econocom Deutschland Holding GmbH has acquired a majority stake in bb-net media GmbH from Synapsion GmbH and CEO Marco Kuhn. bb-net media GmbH is a German market leader for IT refurbishment. It will continue to be managed by Marco Kuhn. Michael Bleicher, founder of bb-net media GmbH, will remain a shareholder via its investment company Synapsion GmbH. Econocom Deutschland, headquartered in Frankfurt, is part of the international Econocom Group. The group has been supporting SMEs, corporations and the public sector with IT procurement, financing and services for almost 40 years. Econocom claims to be the first digital general contractor in Europe. Business Law Powerhouse LARK provided comprehensive advice to the Econocom Group on this transaction with Dr. Daniel Epe, Chiara Niestroj (both Corporate/M&A) and Dr. Tobias Stuppi (Tax), supported in particular by LARK's finance team. On Econocom's side, the transaction was led in-house by Jérôme Lehmann (General Counsel M&A/Head of Corporate Affairs) and Benjamin Pehau (Head of M&A).

February 26, 2025

Chambers recognizes LARK as a leading firm in 4 practice areas

We are thrilled to announce that Chambers and Partners has ranked LARK in both the Chambers Global Guide and the Chambers Germany Guide, recognizing us as a leading firm in the areas Corporate/M&A, Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Banking & Finance. Furthermore, we have also been nominated for the Chambers Germany Awards in the category "Newcomer of the Year (Corporate/M&A)"! A huge thank you goes out to our great team and our clients. We appreciate your trust, your cooperation and your commitment every day. Can’t wait to continue pushing boundaries together and supporting our clients in their next big challenges.

February 25, 2025

LARK advises Afinum’s portfolio company synaforce on the acquisition of Herbst Datentechnik

synaforce, a leading provider of innovative cloud and data center solutions, has acquired Herbst Datentechnik GmbH. As provider of managed cloud services, Herbst Datentechnik will initially remain an independent company and brand. Its managing directors Patrick Herbst and Marco Wolfrum will continue to play a central role. The synaforce group is a combination of data center experts from all over Germany. With traditional roots in Bavaria, its sustainable data centers enable 360-degree services. Business Law Powerhouse LARK advised Afinum’s portfolio company synaforce on this transaction with Dr Ludger Schult, Eva-Maria Bayer and Franziska Lang (all Private Equity/M&A), Dr Anselm Lenhard, Philipp Büchler and Valentina Groll (all Finance), Dr Tobias Stuppi and Jakob Heimrich (Tax). LARK was supported by Dr. Benjamin Koch, Dr. David Weller and Leonard Pietsch (all IP/IT/data protection) of Lubberger Lehment Rechtsanwälte. Dr. Marius Fritzsche of ELP Rechtsanwälte covered all labour law aspects. synaforce is a portfolio company of private equity investor Afinum. The LARK team led by Dr Ludger Schult has previously advised synaforce on all six add-ons forming the synaforce group.

February 21, 2025

LARK advises FSN Capital and its portfolio company TASKING on the acquisition of LDRA

TASKING GmbH, a leading provider of embedded software development tools, has acquired LDRA, a UK-based software company with further operations in the United States, India, and Germany. Founded in 1977, TASKING has continuously expanded its range of development tools and services for embedded software through acquisitions. It plays a leading role in safety-critical markets such as automotive, industrial and aerospace among others. LDRA develops software tools that automate the analysis and testing of software code, primarily for safety-, security-, and business-critical markets. Business Law Powerhouse LARK advised FSN Capital and TASKING on this transaction with Dr Ludger Schult and Dr Daniel Epe (co-lead), Taoran Sun (all Private Equity/M&A), Dr Anselm Lenhard, Philipp Büchler and Valentina Groll (all Finance) as well as Dr Tobias Stuppi (Tax). The law firm Dorsey & Whitney LLP advised on all UK and US aspects of the transaction while Trilegal supported with regard to all matters concerning India. LARK was further supported by Dr. Andreas Boos of Buntscheck on antitrust issues. TASKING is a portfolio company of the private equity investor FSN Capital. The LARK team led by Dr Ludger Schult regularly advises FSN Capital and its portfolio companies.

February 17, 2025

LARK advises Ion Beam Applications on its investment in mi2-factory

Ion Beam Applications S.A. (IBA), the world leader in particle accelerator technology, has acted as lead investor in the strategic financing of mi2-factory GmbH (mi2-factory), a spin-off of the University of Applied Sciences in Jena, Germany. IBA invested alongside Wallonie Entreprendre International (WE International), the international arm of the Walloon public investment company. IBA and WE International have each invested EUR 5 million, securing a combined 30% stake (15% each). The total additional resources for mi2-factory, including this investment, equity contributions from existing shareholders, and a grant under the Important Project of Common European Interest for Microelectronics and Communication Technologies (IPCEI ME/CT), amount to approximately EUR 40 million. In addition, IBA is contributing its leading expertise in the field of compact industrial particle accelerator technology. Mi2-factory specializes in nitrogen implantation in silicon carbide (SiC). This process improves the efficiency of SiC power semiconductor chips used in applications such as electromobility, wind and solar power generation and renewable energy grids. IBA is a medical technology company based in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, and employs around 2,000 people worldwide. It is the leading provider of equipment and services in the field of proton therapy, industrial sterilisation, radiopharmaceuticals and dosimetry. The Business Law Powerhouse LARK provided comprehensive legal advice to IBA throughout this financing round with Dr Daniel Gubitz, Nicholas Schildhauer and Fabienne Pflug (all Corporate/Venture Capital).

January 27, 2025

LARK advises all shareholders of I.D. Riva Tours on sale to DERTOUR Deutschland

DERTOUR Deutschland GmbH has acquired the specialist tour operator I.D. Riva Tours. The acquisition is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025, subject to merger control approval. The DERTOUR Group, headquartered in Cologne, Germany, is the travel division of REWE Group. It is one of Europe's leading travel groups, with more than 130 companies. I.D. Riva Tours is one of the most renowned tour operators in Croatia. The established brand will continue under the umbrella of the DERTOUR Group. The Business Law Powerhouse LARK provided comprehensive advice to all shareholders of I.D.Riva Tours on this transaction with Dr Daniel Wied, Dr Patrick Droese and Nino Häberlein (all Corporate/M&A), Dr Tobias Stuppi and Jakob Heimrich (both Tax). The labour law aspects were covered by Dr. Jens Jensen of backup.legal.

January 23, 2025

LARK advises the majority owner of InteRes on the sale of its shares to the Juniper Group

Software conglomerate and investor Juniper Group has acquired InteRes Gesellschaft für Informationstechnologie mbH („InteRES“), a leading specialist in digital distribution for the aviation industry. Peakwork, which joined the Juniper Group in 2023, has sponsored this transaction internally. The Juniper Group is a portfolio company of Vela Software and Constellation Software, Inc. (TSX:CSU), and is a network of travel and other companies specialising in vertical market software. InteRES is a provider of Internet booking technology that enables travel distribution companies to deliver relevant flight content. Under the new ownership, InteRES will retain its independent brand. Peakwork was founded in 2009 and specialises in dynamic packaging and distribution software for the travel industry. Business Law Powerhouse LARK comprehensively advised the majority owner of InteRes, Volker Herrmann, on this transaction. The team included Dr Daniel Wied and Nino Häberlein (both Corporate/M&A), Dr Tobias Stuppi and Jakob Heimrich (both Tax). Dr. Jens Jensen from backup.legal covered the labour law aspects. Jürgen Beckers of Rechtsanwälte BDH provided IP/IT advice.

January 14, 2025

Happy Birthday, LARK!

One year ago we founded LARK - and what a remarkable journey it has been so far! We have grown at all levels with outstanding individuals who strengthen our team every day. Together, we have successfully closed many important deals and earned the trust of our valued clients. We are particularly proud that many new clients have chosen LARK for the first time. But it's not just about achievements on paper: we have shaped a unique corporate culture defined by our LARK Values: Respect & Tolerance, Excellence and Passion. The LARK Values shape our daily interactions and the way we serve our clients. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey - for your trust, support and commitment. This is only the beginning. Here's to more success to come!

January 9, 2025

LARK advises Norrsken VC on investment in SpotmyEnergy GmbH

Norrsken VC has successfully led a EUR 10,5 million seed financing round for SpotmyEnergy GmbH. Vorwerk Ventures and existing investor Picus Capital also participated in the round. SpotmyEnergy GmbH, a Cologne-based start-up, turns homes into virtual batteries, enabling households to actively participate in the energy market. The company‘s solution combines smart meters, energy management systems, and dynamic tariffs, enabling consumers to reduce energy consumption from the grid. Norrsken VC is Europe’s leading early-stage impact investor. The funds managed by Norrsken VC have a total volume of EUR 435 million. Norrsken VC invests in companies that measurably and intentionally contribute to social or environmental goals. Business Law Powerhouse LARK comprehensively advised Norrsken VC with Dr. Daniel Gubitz, Max Hentrich and Dr. Janosch Engelhardt (all Venture Capital/Corporate Law) on this transaction.

January 7, 2025

LARK welcomes Christine Schneemann!

Christine Schneemann has joined LARK as Counsel. With extensive experience in M&A, Private Equity and Corporate Law, Christine brings invaluable expertise to our team. She advises national and international investors as well as sellers/founders on acquisitions, exits and complex corporate transactions. Prior to joining LARK, Christine honed her skills at White & Case in Frankfurt and two renowned national law firms in Munich. We are thrilled to have Christine on board as we continue to grow.

January 3, 2025

LARK welcomes Dr. Daniel Wied!

M&A, private equity and venture capital expert Dr. Daniel Wied has joined the Business Law Powerhouse LARK. He is co-founder of the transaction boutique Momentum and joins LARK as a partner. The firm, which was founded at the beginning of 2024, is continuing to grow. Dr. Daniel Wied has been active in the areas of M&A/private equity and venture capital for more than 15 years, often in a cross-border context. He advises international and national private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, strategic investors and entrepreneurs. Most recently, he advised Andra Tech Group and Castik Capital on the acquisition of Innotec Zerspanungstechnik GmbH. In the area of venture capital, Dr. Daniel Wied regularly advises institutional VC funds as well as start-ups and scale-ups, including on secondary transactions. His clients include Finconomy AG, Hi Inov and Seventure Partners. At LARK, Dr. Daniel Wied will continue to focus on these advisory areas and further strengthen the existing successful LARK practice groups M&A, Private Equity and Venture Capital. With the addition of Dr Wied, LARK now has a total of four partners, one counsel and eleven associates in these specialist areas. Dr Wied started his career at Kirkland & Ellis, where he worked in Munich and New York. After working for other international law firms, he was part of the founding team of the transaction boutique Momentum in 2022.

January 2, 2025

Chambers nominates LARK as 'Newcomer of the Year'

We are delighted to announce that LARK has been nominated for the Chambers Germany Awards 2025 in the category 'Newcomer of the Year' for Corporate/M&A! This nomination is a great milestone for our team and recognition of the commitment and passion we bring to our work every day. A huge thank you to Chambers and Partners for this honour, to our clients and partners who have supported us along the way, and to our amazing team for their dedication and hard work. The award ceremony will take place on 3 April 2025 in Berlin. Keep your fingers crossed!

December 20, 2024

LARK advises Riverside portfolio company Dastex Group on the acquisition of CRTM CleanRoomProducts

Global investment firm The Riverside Company (Riverside) has announced that an affiliated European fund has acquired CRTM CleanRoomProducts GmbH. The investment is the fourth add-on for Riverside’s portfolio company Dastex Group GmbH (Dastex). Dastex was founded in 1979 and is one of the leading suppliers of cleanroom garments and consumables in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with a strong foothold in the Benelux and a growing pan-European presence. Riverside added the company to its portfolio in May 2023. CRTM CleanRoomProducts specialises in the sale and procurement of cleanroom accessories and industrial supplies, including all associated work. Business Law Powerhouse LARK advised Dastex on this acquisition with Dr. Daniel Epe and Franziska Lang (both Private Equity/M&A) as well as Tobias Stuppi and Jakob Heimrich (both Tax). Dr. Andreas Boos of BUNTSCHECK advised on the antitrust aspects and the FDI analysis, while Ingo Sappa of Pusch Wahlig Workplace Law covered all employment law issues.

December 19, 2024

LARK advises ABOUT YOU Group on business combination with Zalando

The e-commerce groups ABOUT YOU and Zalando want to join forces to become pioneers in European fashion and lifestyle e-commerce. To this end, Zalando intends to make a voluntary public takeover offer of EUR 6.50 per share to the shareholders of ABOUT YOU. The total transaction volume amounts to approximately EUR 1.1 billion. The takeover is expected to be closed in summer of 2025. ABOUT YOU was founded in 2014 in Hamburg. Its main shareholders are the Otto Group, the Otto family and Heartland. Zalando was founded in 2008 and has more than 50 million active customers in 25 European countries according to its own information. Business Law Powerhouse LARK advises ABOUT YOU on the takeover. Our partner Malte D. Krohn already advised the Company prior to the transaction. Now, he has advised the Management Board and Supervisory Board of the ABOUT YOU Group on stock corporation and capital markets law also in connection with the takeover offer. LARK's corporate and capital markets team focuses on advising on public takeovers, capital measures, management remuneration and employee participation programs as well as restructuring measures and IPOs. The team comprises Dr Tobias Nikoleyczik, Malte D. Krohn, Nadja Crombach and Alessandra Säger.

December 13, 2024

LARK is hiring a Team Assistant (m/f/d)

LARK continues to grow - and we are looking for a Team Assistant (m/f/d) to join our team. Are you looking for a new challenge or do you know someone who would fit in perfectly? We would love to hear from you! You can find full details of the position in our current vacancy here: https://tinyurl.com/yzedfe7u Join LARK & learn to fly!🚀

December 10, 2024

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Pro Bono

Social engagement is part of who we are. That’s why our lawyers regularly dedicate their time to providing legal advice free of charge to those who would otherwise not be able to afford it.

LARK Pro Bono practice

We support charitable institutions working in areas such as education, human rights, environment and nature on all corporate and tax law matters. LARK is a member of the global pro bono network TrustLaw.

We are proud to maintain a long-term collaboration with the Munich-based student law clinic Start Right e.V. It supports charitable institutions on all corporate law matters arising in the context of their foundation. LARK comprehensively assists Start Right on their projects both with legal advice and training events.

Contact:
Nadja Crombach (nadja.crombach@lark.de)
Malte Krohn (malte.krohn@lark.de)

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Materials initiative treibgut on the formation of a non-profit entrepreneurial company
EduSparks on the foundation of a non-profit limited liability company
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An internationally active nature conservation organization on general tax and corporate law matters

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A team of leading experts in Business Law. We set standards.

Join LARK& learn to fly!

azur100 recognizes LARK as Top Employer in Corporate Law

LARK advises Econocom Group on the acquisition of a majority stake in bb-net media GmbH

Chambers recognizes LARK as a leading firm in 4 practice areas

LARK advises Afinum’s portfolio company synaforce on the acquisition of Herbst Datentechnik

LARK advises FSN Capital and its portfolio company TASKING on the acquisition of LDRA

LARK advises Ion Beam Applications on its investment in mi2-factory

LARK advises all shareholders of I.D. Riva Tours on sale to DERTOUR Deutschland

LARK advises the majority owner of InteRes on the sale of its shares to the Juniper Group

Happy Birthday, LARK!

LARK advises Norrsken VC on investment in SpotmyEnergy GmbH

LARK welcomes Christine Schneemann!

LARK welcomes Dr. Daniel Wied!

Chambers nominates LARK as 'Newcomer of the Year'

LARK advises Riverside portfolio company Dastex Group on the acquisition of CRTM CleanRoomProducts

LARK advises ABOUT YOU Group on business combination with Zalando

LARK is hiring a Team Assistant (m/f/d)

LARK Pro Bono practice

Selected matters

Join LARK
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