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Investment Screening and International Trade

We advise national and international companies on German investment screening law, international trade law, and regulatory compliance, providing tailored solutions for cross-border investments, sanctions, and export control matters.

Guiding your global investments with confidence

Navigating the complexities of investment screening law requires specialized legal knowledge, precision, and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks. Our team offers expert guidance tailored to protect your interests in an evolving legal landscape.

Ensuring success in global invest­ments and trade

Comprehensive support in foreign investment regulation

Foreign investments in Germany are subject to meticulous scrutiny under the Foreign Trade and Payments Act (AWG) and its associated ordinance (AWV). Our team has the skills and experience to advise whether your transaction requires a mandatory notification under the AWV, guide you through the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) review process, and assess potential risks to public order and national security in order to successfully complete your transaction and ensure strategic advantages.

Expertise in international trade and sanctions law

In today’s interconnected global economy, compliance with international trade and sanctions law is critical. Our team provides strategic advice on navigating complex regulatory frameworks governing international trade, including sanctions imposed by the European Union. We assist clients in assessing sanctions risks, ensuring compliance with export control regulations, and mitigating potential legal and financial exposures.

A strategic partner for investors and corporations

Whether you represent an international investor, a German corporation, or a financial institution, we offer sector-specific insights into critical industries such as technology, defence, and infrastructure, tailored strategies to address national security concerns while maintaining transaction viability, and proactive risk assessments and pre-emptive solutions for smoother deal execution.

What we deliver to ensure your success

Our commitment to excellence and client-oriented solutions sets us apart. With a dedicated team specializing in German investment screening law and international trade law, we bring comprehensive knowledge of regulatory processes and evolving policies, a pragmatic approach with clear, actionable advice focused on achieving your objectives, and multilingual capabilities along with a network of international partners to support cross-border transactions.

Our advisory specialisations

  • Assessing the applicability of investment screening regulations to cross-border transactions.
  • Advising on notification requirements under the German Foreign Trade and Payments Ordinance (AWV).
  • Preparing and submitting filings to the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).
  • Structuring transactions to minimize regulatory hurdles and avoid unnecessary delays.
  • Negotiating with regulatory authorities to facilitate approvals.
  • Addressing sector-specific challenges in industries such as technology, defence, and infrastructure.
  • Managing cross-border coordination in multi-jurisdictional investment reviews.
  • Advising on compliance with European sanctions regulations and assisting in risk assessments related to sanctions imposed by the European Union.
  • Preparing and submitting voluntary disclosures or filings in the event of potential breaches.
  • Structuring transactions to comply with sanctions restrictions while achieving strategic objectives.
  • Providing guidance on supply chain risks and third party due diligence to mitigate exposure to sanctions liabilities.

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