Lindemann Schwennicke & Partner

The German boutique law firm Lindemann Schwennicke & Partner was formed in 2006 as a spin-off from international law firm Lovells (now Hogan Lovells). It operates out of a Berlin office. 

Focusses / specialisms 

The firm fields strong banking and financial services regulatory teams. 

In banking its work extends to the full spectrum of clients and transactions. Its core financing practice advises on acquisition finance, project finance, real estate finance and corporate loans. 

In the financial services regulatory space, the firm is well regarded for advising banks, financial institutions, fintech and insuretech in connection with the digitisation of the banking and insurance industry. The firm is also frequently seen advising major German and European banks and bank associations in connection with the transfer of various EU regulations and directions and directives into German law. 

Key clients 

Key clients include Commerzbank, Deutsche Bahn, DvHM Medien, Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg, IKB Deutsche Industriebank, Landesbank Baden Württemberg (LBBW), Axel Springer, BAWAG PSK Bank, Bitpanda, Deutscher Sparkassen-und Giroverband, GARBE Industrial Real Estate, Hypoport, Invesdor and S-Payment. 

Client feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021) 

Bank lending : Borrower side 

"Focused on our business situation and special needs. " 

Bank lending : Lender side 

"Outstanding knowledge in debt financing, finding pragmatic solutions, applying business logic." 

"Pragmatic and professional execution"