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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.
LARK promotes Nadja Crombach to Counsel
Nadja Crombach has been promoted to Counsel at LARK. In 2019, Nadja joined the stock corporation and capital markets team under the leadership of Tobias Nikoleyczik, which joined LARK in 2024. From the outset, she has made a significant impact, contributing to landmark transactions such as the public takeover of zooplus by EQT Group and Hellman & Friedman, as well as Thoma Bravo's acquisition of EQS Group.
Beyond her expertise in transactions, Nadja has become a trusted advisor to management and supervisory boards as well as international HR teams with a particular focus on executive compensation – a field in which she is already recognized as one of Germany's youngest specialists.
Her contributions extend far beyond client work. Nadja has played a vital role in shaping LARK’s future, notably establishing our pro bono practice, where she and her colleagues provide guidance on corporate and tax matters to social organizations.
We couldn’t be prouder of Nadja’s achievements and are excited to see her continue to excel in her new role as Counsel. Congratulations, Nadja!
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.
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
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LARK packs presents for children in need
Christmas is the time of giving back. That's why our LARK family wrapped up some gifts for children in need. Our marketing team played santa's helpers and delivered the presents to a charity project led by the Münchner Tafel e.V.
We hope to share some smiles this christmas season!
LARK's Favorite Christmas Tunes
At LARK, we share a deep love of music – just as larks love to sing. To celebrate this special time of year, we have created a LARK Christmas playlist on Spotify featuring our team members' favourite Christmas tunes. We hope it fills your Advent with festive cheer and harmony!
Download our LARK Christmas playlist on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/bd5akssx
LARK welcomes Samuel Kohler!
We are happy to welcome Samuel Kohler to our team! Samuel joins us as a Research Associate and will continue his journey with us starting in April as a Legal Trainee.
Welcome to the LARK family, Samuel! We look forward to working together and achieving great things.
Leaders League ranks LARK in several practice areas
We are happy to share that LARK has been featured in multiple Leaders League rankings in our very first year! A huge thank you to our incredible team and clients who have supported us on this exciting journey!
We're looking forward to more top-class projects and challenges ahead.
LARK advises the video director Manuel Braun in connection with his engagement in Rheingold at Bayerische Staatsoper
At LARK, we are proud to be recognized as the Business Law Powerhouse, trusted by the most prominent clients across industries. Yet our commitment extends beyond the business world — we are also passionate about supporting the arts and cultural institutions that enrich our communities.
We are thrilled that Tobias Nikoleyczik and Malte D. Krohn have advised the video director Manuel Braun of the artistic leading team for the opera production of Rheingold at Bayerische Staatsoper in connection with his engagement.
Collaborating with artists and visionaries who bring culture to life is a privilege and a true reflection of our dedication to excellence. Here's to building a world where business and culture thrive side by side!
Christin Stender christin.stender@lark.de