Stefanie Soltwedel has nearly 15 years of experience in complex commercial disputes and sophisticated contractual matters. She advises German and international companies on the structuring, negotiation, and implementation of complex commercial agreements, as well as on the enforcement and defense of claims arising from those agreements. A particular focus of her practice is long-term and commercially sensitive contractual relationships, especially plant construction, supply, procurement, distribution, logistics, and services agreements.
Results
Stefanie has advised clients including:
- a leading German automotive development company in defending against potential claims by a Chinese automotive manufacturer in connection with a development project, and in negotiating a commercially favorable comprehensive out-of-court resolution;
- the Chairman of the Supervisory Board of a publicly listed German company in the successful defense of a damages action in long-running D&O litigation arising out of a share sale;
- a specialty chemicals company in negotiating complex supply, plant construction, and gas supply agreements, as well as in providing strategic advice on safeguarding critical supply and production processes;
Recognitions
- Handelsblatt/Best Lawyers™, “Ones to Watch” in Germany: Litigation, 2024-2025
Capabilities and industries
Regional markets