Boutique Annerton comprehensively advises start-ups, established fintechs as well as large banks and corporations on regulatory and project-related matters. The team is particularly well versed in regulatory issues pertaining to crypto-based products and payment services and also offers comprehensive support in obtaining BaFin licenses. Frank Müller is a key contact here; the latter is additionally experienced in fintech-related joint ventures, while Susanne Grohé frequently handles regulatory aspects of blockchain and payment projects. Kemal Ahmedi primarily assists with payment services and regulatory issues. Alireza Siadat (market entry, passporting, compliance, crypto assets) joined Deloitte Legal Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH in November 2024.
Fintech in Germany
Annerton
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Susanne Grohé; Frank Müller; Peter Frey; Christian Walz; Matthäus Schindele; Anna Izzo-Wagner; Florian Lörsch; Sebastian Glaab; Kemal Ahmedi
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‘Peter Frey: Very experienced in the payment sector and a pleasure to work with.’
‘Annerton is the leading payment law firm on the market. The firm is extremely quick in its response times. Annerton has a very good and modern social media presence and uses the online PayTechLaw newsletter to convey informative content to its subscribers in an appealing way.’
‘Christian Walz: The perfect addition to my in-house counsel team. He is very competent, reliable and fast. He is always available to advise, even on short-term questions. He can convey complex content in an understandable way. A great support.’
‘In addition to strong technical and legal knowledge, Annerton also has very good industry knowledge.’
‘ Susanne Grohé: She is very smart, very solution-oriented and has a good knowledge of the FinTech sector.’
‘Very good expertise, especially in payment services.’
Kernmandanten
Aircash d.o.o.
Bitpanda
Concardis GmbH
Concedus Digital Assets
FlatexDegiro
Futurum Bank
Jochen Schweizer GmbH
KYT Holding AG
mydays GmbH
New Horizon GmbH
PAYONE GmbH
Prepaid Verband Deutschland e.V.
smava GmbH
Supertab GmbH
Tangany GmbH
Vereinigte Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank eG
Volksbank Mittweida
Zalando SE
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Hengeler Mueller
Hengeler Mueller's fintech expertise extends to cover transaction support, regulatory and financial market supervisory issues as well as IT and data protection. The team is regularly instructed by major banks, fintechs and other financial services providers and most recently advised on issues pertaining to payment services. Fintech expert Christian Schmies boasts longstanding expertise in the development of novel payment systems, litigation as well as blockchain and crypto-related issues. Data protection and AI matters are key strengths of Vera Jungkind.
Kernmandanten
Deutsche Börse AG
Valar Ventures LLC
EBA Clearing – Fraud Prevention and Detection Functionality
EBA Clearing – IXB
BitGo Holdings, Inc.
European Commodity Clearing AG
Addition Two LP
Jones Day
Jones Day impresses with expertise across the blockchain and crypto sectors, where the team assists with regulatory and credit law matters, including cross-border aspects thanks to the international network. Among the client roster are fintechs, technology companies, major banks, neobanks as well as private equity sponsors, which are supported in transactions, financing and compliance matters. The mainstays include the support in venture capital financing rounds for start-ups in the crypto sector, crypto broker licensing procedures, crypto securities trading as well as the comprehensive regulatory and project-related advice on setting up new tokenisation platforms. The team is jointly led by Nick Wittek, who frequently advises on regulatory and financing issues in the crypto sector, and Ivo Posluschny; the latter is well versed in investments and transactions in the fintech sector.
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‘Jones Day provides us with consistent advice across all practice areas, with partners across practice areas working together to ensure coherent and coordinated advice. We can expect the same legal quality from Jones Day regardless of practice area or jurisdiction.’
‘Nick Witteg: He has a deep knowledge of the industry and the law. We are very impressed with his knowledge of German financial regulation. He also has a practical and solution-oriented approach.’
‘In-depth knowledge of the subject matter with a pragmatic assessment not only of the legal situation, but also of the actual practice. It sounds trivial, but it isn’t. It’s standard to hear what clients are not allowed to do. Clients know that already. What clients are allowed to do and how is interesting and something one rarely finds. In this team, this knowledge, approach and human interaction are extremely valuable. The team is highly motivated and always approachable and absolutely solution-oriented.’
‘Nick Witteck: An outstanding partner who, with his in-depth industry knowledge and pragmatism, finds solutions that are compliant but economically viable. He always knows how to keep the focus and reduce things to the essentials. On a personal level, Nick is an absolutely reliable, authentic and truthful partner. His calm but determined manner without beating around the bush means that informed decisions can be made efficiently and quickly.’
Kernmandanten
Bessemer Venture Partners
DZ Bank AG
FleetCor Technologies, Inc.
360X AG
360X Art AG
Portag3 Ventures LP
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising 360X AG, a FinTech sponsored by Deutsche Börse and Commerzbank, on setting up a securitization/tokenization platform using distributed ledger technology/blockchain and a global trading venue for tokens.
- Advising DZ Bank on trading over-the-counter interest rate derivatives in the form of digital Smart Derivative Contracts (SDC) in Germany and Europe.
- Advising FleetCor Technologies, Inc. on the acquisition of Plugsurfing, a leading European provider of software and networks for electric vehicles.
Latham & Watkins LLP
Latham & Watkins LLP's fintech experts act integrated into the financial institutions group, which is jointly headed by Axel Schiemann (crypto assets and fintech innovations) and Markus Krüger, who is well versed in transaction support to financial and fintech companies. Thanks to the international network, the team regularly acts across borders on behalf of investors, financial institutions and fintech companies and has recently increasingly been instructed by crypto trading platforms. Other mainstays include the advice on blockchain and cryptocurrency, the Payment Service Directive, transactions, data protection and the implementation of new business models; the practice also impresses with client-oriented tools.
Kernmandanten
Dwins
eToro Group
Hedosophia Group
Toscafund Asset Management
Yapily
Revolut
Worldcoin und Tools for Humanity
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Osborne Clarke
Osborne Clarke's general expertise in technology and digitisation is regularly demonstrated by its banking and capital markets practice. Eric Romba leads the team, which advises various fintechs on BaFin licensing procedures, platform development and implementation as well as products and cooperations. These topics are also key strengths of Robert Oppenheim, who is well versed in regulatory matters, distributed ledger technologies and robo-advisors. Cryptocurrencies and digital distribution systems are another focus.
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‘One of the team’s most important strengths is the well-coordinated work of all those involved and the high level of expertise. The team’s professionalism and the clarity of the interaction from the client’s perspective are also worth highlighting.’
Kernmandanten
AQUATY GmbH
Iron Eagle GmbH
MFC Labs GmbH
Olinda SAS
Twelvebytwelve GmbH und 360X Music AG
UnitPlus InnoInvest GmbH
Vesputi GmbH
Zinsbaustein
Gorilla Funds UG
Anycoin Direct GmbH
Upvest Securities GmbH
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Upvest Securities GmbH on the extension of its license for foreign exchange business.
- Advising Zinsbaustein GmbH on the granting of the first ECSP permit in Germany (European Crowdfunding Regulation).
- Advising Anycoin Direct GmbH on the granting of BaFin licenses for proprietary trading and custody of crypto assets.
Bird & Bird LLP
Led by Michael Jünemann, who is well versed in DLT, crypto and initial coin offerings (ICO), Bird & Bird LLP's team covers various fintech matters, including the support for international start-ups as well as credit and payment companies in BaFin procedures, the structuring and implementation of platforms and business models, including regulatory issues, as well as matters pertaining to blockchain and crypto assets. The latter area is a focus of Johannes Wirtz (fintech, insurtech and regtech) and associate Timo Förster, who offers additional expertise in tokenisation and smart contracts.
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‘Bird & Bird is a very professional practice and has extensive and in-depth knowledge of the FinTech sector. Building on many years of experience in the field of technology law, the integration of financial services law is seamless and the experts have proven their competence time and again. ‘
‘Our collaboration with this law firm has been consistently positive and has exceeded our expectations in many ways. The firm is characterized by a remarkable combination of expertise, commitment and innovative strength that makes it unique.’
‘In terms of team strengths, it is obvious that the lawyers here not only have exceptional legal knowledge, but also an impressive ability to collaborate and solve problems. The open and efficient communication within the team plays a key role in ensuring that our concerns have always been dealt with quickly and competently.’
Kernmandanten
Bunq
Concedus GmbH/ Concedus Digital Assets GmbH
Ecoligo
Europäische Kommission
Mastercard
WiWin
Highlight-Mandate
- Lead advice on the establishment and implementation of the Pan-European Blockchain Sandbox, a three-year project for the European Commission.
- Advising Ecoligo on the structuring of an impact investment platform with regard to the European crowdfunding regulation.
- Advising WiWin on the European Crowdfunding Service Provider Regulation (ECSPR) with particular attention to the requirements and approval of a license application.
GÖRG Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten mbB
GÖRG Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten mbB advises banks on digitisation projects and regularly supports new and established fintechs. A core focus is on the payment sector and digital financing platforms; here, fintech expert Tobias Riethmüller is a key contact, who also advises on blockchain and DLT applications across the financial sector. The predominantly German client roster regularly instruct Matthias Terlau on matters pertaining to payment transactions law, banking and payment product design as well as licensing. Regulatory lawyer and electronic banking expert Volker Baas joined the team as of counsel from GSK Stockmann in December 2023.
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‘With his focus on capital market law, regulatory law and sound all-round knowledge of corporate law and restructuring/insolvency, Tobias Riethmüller is well positioned in the field of crowdfunding and, in individual cases, draws on additional expertise in-house. I also have the impression that billing is always fair and that no unnecessary hours are added.’
‘Excellent technical knowledge combined with business orientation.’
‘Görg is our in-house legal advisor. And has been for many years. The firm is well equipped with knowledge carriers and also establishes contacts abroad. They are well networked with supervisory bodies and are always up-to-date with regulatory and legal requirements. They develop creative solutions and provide comprehensive support.’
Kernmandanten
Moss GmbH
Companisto Holding GmbH
DG Nexolution eG
GLS Gemeinschaftsbank eG
GLS Crowdfunding GmbH
MeinPlus GmbH
portagon GmbH (vormals CrowdDesk GmbH)
Samsung Electronics GmbH
Deutsche Bank AG
Herausgebergemeinschaft Wertpapier Mitteilungen GmbH & Co. KG
S-Kreditpartner GmbH
Riverty GmbH (vormals Arvato Payment Solutions GmbH)
WEAT Electronic Datenservice GmbH
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Moss GmbH, a subsidiary of the Rocket Internet Group, on the application and procedure for an e-money license from the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin).
- Advising S-Kreditpartner/Sparkassengruppe on the introduction of the new product ‘FlexiGeld’.
- Advising GLS Gemeinschaftsbank eG on various digitisation projects.
Greenberg Traurig Germany
Greenberg Traurig Germany acts integrated into the international fintech practice and boasts expertise in licensing, product development, digital payment services and their structuring, cryptocurrencies and blockchain, including cross-border matters; these competencies are regularly drawn on by European and US companies as well as fintechs. Practice head Carsten Kociok was recently appointed co-chair of the international fintech practice and focuses on e-money, payment regulation, crypto, data protection and digital investments. The practice also covers regulatory aspects of market expansions and transactions, here, Viola Bensinger is a key contact.
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‘Carsten Kociok: A very competent and client-oriented technology lawyer.’
‘Highly professional, practical and proactive, very responsive and efficient.’
‘Carsten Kociok: Very pleasant to work with and very service-oriented. Very responsive and very professional. Even when it comes to advice that affects multiple jurisdictions and involves complex legal issues, he manages to provide it in a timely manner and in an easily accessible form and format.’
Kernmandanten
PayPal (Europe)
GoDaddy
Jump Trading
Papaya Global
Linus Digital Finance
oneZero
Tebex
FAP Group
PAR Capital Advisors
Enpal
Lendis
Share GmbH
Highlight-Mandate
- Ongoing advice to the e-payment FinTech Paypal, including general regulatory and contractual issues as well as a wide range of legal issues pertaining to regulatory law, financial services law, payment services law and consumer credit law.
Lindenpartners
Lindenpartners supports both banks in the digital transformation of their products and digital distribution processes, as well as fintechs, which draw on the team's regulatory, supervisory and licensing expertise as well as the support in business model structuring. Frank Zingel is a key contact here, he jointly heads the practice with Brigitta Varadinek, who focuses on digital fintech solutions. Jan Schmidt-Seidl is well versed in data protection law and regularly advises on organisational and regulatory issues in connection with fintech applications.
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‘Pragmatic law firm with many years of practical experience and close relationships with regulators. Finds the right balance between user-friendliness for end customers and regulatory security, which has been confirmed to us over many years in external audits that we have successfully passed time and again.’
‘Frank Zingel: An experienced contact who has an unfailing enthusiasm for developing legally compliant and practically implementable solutions.’
Kernmandanten
Bundesverband der Deutschen Volksbanken und Raiffeisenbanken
LIQID Asset Management GmbH
Raisin GmbH
Atruvia AG
Holvi Payment Services Oy
TESOBE Ltd.
S-Kreditpartner GmbH
Unzer GmbH
Mittelstand.ai GmbH
Edenred SE
Highlight-Mandate
- Advice to Atruvia AG as a central IT service provider in the cooperative financial group on AI-based smart data analysis models.
- Advising Unzer GmbH Star-Finanz on data protection compliance structure.
- Advising LIQID on the development of distribution processes for an innovative ELTIF product.
Linklaters
Linklaters follows an interdisciplinary approach and covers various financial technology issues, including capital markets and acquisition transactions, data protection and cyber security, digitisation projects as well as regulatory and licensing issues. Matters pertaining to DLT, cryptocurrencies and assets as well as tokenisation are core topics, where practice head and capital markets lawyer Christian Storck as well as Andreas Dehio frequently lead. The client roster consists of major banks, fintech start-ups, technology companies and financial infrastructure providers. Thomas Broichhausen boasts expertise in transaction support.
Referenzen
‘The team is very well equipped and has a good team of associates.’
‘Christian Storck: Very experienced, very easy to contact and very service-oriented.’
‘Comprehensive expertise, timely and professional delivery.’
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Commerzbank on the first crypto custody license of a German universal bank.
- Advising KfW on the first benchmark-sized crypto securities issued under the German Electronic Securities Act.
- Advising DLT-Markets AG on its collaboration with Kraken, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, which is entering the German market with a futures product on various crypto pairs with DLT-Markets AG as the sole distributor.
Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH
Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH is primarily instructed by financial companies, banks and fintechs on transactions, cooperations and project support as well as platform and business model structuring, BaFin licensing procedures and matters pertaining to blockchain-based financial market infrastructure. Rolf Kobabe is well versed in banking contract, regulatory and capital markets law, he also covers regulatory aspects across the crypto segment. Data protection expert Stefanie Hellmich advises on outsourcing, cooperations and platforms.
Kernmandanten
Black Manta Capital Partners GmbH
N26 GmbH
Augsburger Aktienbank
Volkswagen Bank GmbH
GOCARDLESS LTD
Wechselgott GmbH
WebID Solutions GmbH
Leondra GmbH
Zinsbaustein GmbH
Cargonexx GmbH
bloXXter GmbH
Goldmarie Finanzen GmbH
AUDITcapital GmbH
NFTrust GmbH & Co KGaA
actindo AG
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising BCMP GmbH (Black Manta) on the preparation of a model contract with a tied agent as well as a memo with the essential framework conditions for cooperation with a tied agent for EU-wide use, possibly adapting to the respective local law.
- Advising actindo AG on the drafting and negotiation of digital operations contracts with various leading German and international trading companies for the use of an ERP cloud-based platform for the operation of online shops.
- Advice to Vertragswechselservice GmbH, which operates the portal ‘Wechselgott’ under various platforms, on the design of its distribution structures and the wording of the associated distribution contracts from a regulatory perspective.
White & Case LLP
White & Case LLP traditionally focuses on transaction support, which also extends to the fintech sector, where the team advises national and international fintechs as well as various major banks and investors on acquisitions, financing rounds and capital markets transactions. Most recent instructions include the assistance with digitisation projects as well as regulatory and supervisory issues. Further competencies are crypto and blockchain-related matters, where renowned capital markets lawyer Karsten Wöckener regularly leads. Woldemar Häring is experienced in banking supervisory law, transactions as well as regulatory matters.
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‘The FinTech team at White & Case LLP is characterized by an outstanding combination of industry-specific know-how and legal expertise. This practice is particularly known for its leading role in the field of digital asset backed products and asset tokenization. What is particularly innovative is the use of advanced LegalTech tools, which not only increase process efficiency but also enable more precise and faster responses to complex requests. The team promotes strong diversity, which leads to an enriched perspective and innovative solution approaches. Their in-depth knowledge of the FinTech industry and close integration with regulatory law and M&A are exemplary and clearly set them apart from other law firms.’
‘Karsten Wöckener: With his in-depth knowledge of the market and products, he brings unparalleled expertise to the area of digital assets and ETPs. His ability to address complex legal challenges with clear, business-oriented solutions makes him a valuable partner for us.’
‘Woldemar Häring is known for his extensive experience in M&A and banking regulatory issues and is characterized by a particularly precise and effective way of working.’
YPOG
YPOG routinely advises a large number of fintechs on corporate and regulatory issues as well as financing rounds. The practice is well versed in the DLT and crypto context, where it advises on product-related issues, licensing and regulatory matters. Practice head Lennart Lorenz is a key contact for investment law matters and licensing procedures, while Carola Rathke and Anika Patz boast longstanding expertise in blockchain and crypto.
Kernmandanten
Crypto Finance (Deutschland) GmbH
360X AG
21.finance AG
Boerse Stuttgart Digital Custody GmbH
Coinbase Germany GmbH
Taxfix
N26 AG
bunch technologies GmbH
Exporo AG
LI.FI Service GmbH
Xaver Group GmbH
Moss
Mondu
A&O Shearman
A&O Shearman supports banks and financial services companies, including fintechs, in joint ventures, M&A, compliance and regulatory issues and also covers technical aspects in the context of product adaptations, BaFin licensing and digital payment matters. Alexander Behrens is well versed in payment services law and jointly leads with capital markets lawyer Martin Scharnke. Most recently, the team advised various payment services providers and fintechs on regulatory and expansion issues and also offers expertise in crypto platforms.
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Invesco UK Services Limited regarding physically backed Bitcoin Exchange Traded Notes listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
- Advising a FinTech offering banking-as-a-service solutions on regulatory issues and in particular on expansion into other European countries.
- Advising a global payment service provider on regulatory issues, in particular on its expansion into other European countries, including BaFin licensing and restructuring of the group units.
GSK Stockmann
GSK Stockmann offers longstanding digitisation expertise, which is regularly requested by banks and fund companies as well as various fintechs. The team is led by Timo Bernau, who is experienced in robo-advice, and advises on blockchain, tokenisation and crypto-related matters as well as regulatory issues and the refinancing of platforms and start-ups. Financial regulatory lawyer Volker Baas moved to GÖRG Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten mbB as of counsel in December 2023.
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‘Unique knowledge and experience in complex, cross-border financial structures and the relevant regulations.’
‘The law firm also deals with the use of new technologies and innovations and establishes a legal transfer here.’
‘Very easy to contact, especially in urgent cases. Concrete statements related to the matter, not just general information. Analysis is carried out specifically in relation to the business model, not just general.’
Kernmandanten
Austrian Anadi Bank
Fleming Finanz-IT GmbH
Solaris SE
CAPTIQ GmbH
DF Deutsche Finance Systems GmbH
Siemens AG
Callirius AG
Fourthline B.V.
Unstoppable Finance GmbH
Raisin Bank AG
Zinsbaustein GmbH
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Austrian Anadi Bank AG and Frankfurt-based FinTech CAPTIQ GmbH on the establishment of their strategic partnership in the credit market for chamber professions. The aim of the new partnership is an innovative credit offer specifically for chamber professions in Germany with a fully digitalized credit route and an efficient refinancing model.
- Ongoing advice to Raisin Bank AG in the area of banking supervisory law and payment transaction law.
- Advising Siemens AG on the legal structuring and issuance of a €60 million crypto securities bond under the Electronic Securities Act (eWpG).
Hogan Lovells International LLP
Hogan Lovells International LLP advises associations, fintechs and banks as well as technology companies, which distribute products across the financial sector. The team advises on various topics in the fintech and banking segment, including product design and development, DLT, crypto issues as well as financing rounds. Banking supervisory lawyer and practice head Richard Reimer has longstanding expertise in licensing procedures pertaining to banking, financial and payment services. Financial market regulatory lawyer Sarah Wrage was appointed to partner in January 2024.
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‘Very competent, quick response and very pleasant cooperation.’
Kernmandanten
BecN
Bundesverband der Zahlungs- und E-Geld-Institute
Rewe Gruppe
SumUp Limited
cflox GmbH
mobile business engine GmbH
Scalable Capital
Taulia
Tilta Fintech GmbH
PAYONE
Marex Financial
EVO Payments International GmbH
Enpal B.V.
Commerzbank AG
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Artellium on the distribution of products, consulting and services in the field of IT as well as on predictive analytics, in particular based on quantitative forecasting methods and artificial intelligence.
- Advising REWE Group on setting up the payment services provider pay.cetera and obtaining a license as a payment and e-money institution in the Netherlands.
- Supporting cflox GmbH in expanding its marketplace activities and expanding its business within the European Union, China and the US. Support in new products (Payment-as-a-Service).
Schalast Law | Tax
Led by fintech and blockchain expert Andreas Walter, Schalast Law | Tax advises banks, payment and financial services providers as well as fintechs on regulatory issues pertaining to financial products, BaFin procedures and the structuring of security tokens as well as crowdfunding platforms and innovative business models. The team recently supported a neobank project and is regularly instructed by B2B platforms regarding European expansion. Alexander Gebhard (fintechs, joint ventures, payment, blockchain) and Simon Waldbröl (innovative business models, transactions, regulatory law) are other key contacts.
Referenzen
‘Professional, committed and competent, good commercial thinking.’
‘Andreas Walter: Professional, competent, commercially minded, solution-oriented.’
‘The team (Andreas Walter and Simon Waldbröl) has extensive knowledge not only of the legal framework, but also of how the regulator and the market in general view operating models that do not fit neatly into that legal framework. Their advice is always clear, understandable and actionable.’
‘Andreas Walter: Calm, measured, gives the impression of having seen everything before.’
‘Simon Waldbröl: In-depth knowledge of FinTech, especially in fronting bank agreements, always available to exchange ideas. ‘
‘The team works well together and is flexible.’
‘Andreas Walter, Simon Waldbröl: Strategic thinking; good comprehension; speed of reaction; pragmatic thinking.’
Kernmandanten
360x Music AG
Ammer Card
Aledius Quantum Investments (Aledius GmbH)
AQE Capital
Bergfürst
Beyond Capital Partners GmbH
BNP Paribas
Bonify
Bookwire
Bumper
Bundesrepublik Deutschland
Capchase
Chartered Investment
Clark.de
Commerzbank
CreditGate24
Creditplus
Creditshelf
DekaBank Deutsche Girozentrale
Deutsche Bildung Studienfonds II GmbH & Co. KG
Enpal
EstateGuru
Ex-poro
Fiduciam
Fintiba; TraFinScout; Frankfurt International Bank
Fosun Capital
Frankfurt International Bank
Frankfurter Lebensversicherung AG,
Fulfin (Isarlend GmbH)
Futurum Bank
Greentrade
H & A Global Investment Management GmbH
Hauck&Auffhäuser
HelloBonnie GmbH
Hessisches Ministerium für Wirtschaft Energie, Verkehr, Wohnen und ländlichen Raum
Huddlestock Fintech AS
Immomio
Interpense
Interbridge Group (deutsche, litauische und britische Gesellschaften)
Invest In Visions
isarlend
Iwoca Ltd.
kineo finance Group
KKR
Land Berlin
Land Hessen
Least Authority TFA GmbH
Loancos
LUKSO
M-Project GmbH
Mano Mano (Colibri SAS)
Maturus Finance
Mondu GmbH
Moss (Nufin GmbH)
MYOS
Nestlé Unternehmungen Deutschland GmbH
OneCrowd GmbH
Paypense,
Payvyne
Provinzial Holding AG
raisin bank
Revolut
Scalapay
Silicon Valley Bank
Susi Energy Funds
Teylor AG
Timeless Investments
Tokenstreet
TpCap Partners
Tra-FinScout
Truelayer
TU Darmstadt (ZEVEDI – Zentrum verantwortungsbewusste Digitalisierung)
twelve x twelve
UniCredit Bank GmbH
Vane (ex-Billfron)
Vexcash
VIVID Money
Wayflyer Limited
WINBRIDGE AG
Wohnivest GmbH
Zinsbaustein
Highlight-Mandate
- Supporting Silicon Valley Bank in resuming business operations.
- Advising VIVID Money on the implementation and development of payment and investment products regarding the German market.
- Advice to TU Darmstadt (Center for Responsible Digitisation) and the Hessian Ministry of Economic Affairs on two projects to create a European data trust in the GAIA-X structure.
Taylor Wessing
Taylor Wessing's fintech team acts integrated into the financial regulatory practice and advises financial, payment and crypto asset services providers on industry-specific regulatory issues, the structuring of products and business models, market entry and licensing procedures. Recently, the team, led by financial market regulation expert Verena Ritter-Döring, increasingly acted across the payment sector and offers expertise in crypto and tokenisation issues.
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Charlotte Dreisigacker-Sartor
Kernmandanten
Mimo Capital
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Mimo Capital AG on the introduction of a token issuance program.
- Ongoing advice to a cloud provider on European and German outsourcing requirements.
- Advising a music streaming provider on compliance with payment services regulations in the EU.