Transport, Shipping & Customs

Tailored solutions in domestic and international
transport, freight forwarding and customs law

With our more than 20 years of experience, we have established a deep understanding of logistically demanding processes in global markets. We combine legal expertise with commercial know-how to successfully coordinate and safeguard multinational projects. Our practical, efficient approach minimises risks, streamlines operations and accelerates timelines. We support all players in the logistics and transport sector with bespoke legal advice and focused training measures that deliver real-world value.

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Our services at a glance

  • Comprehensive advice on all aspects of German and international transport and freight forwarding law
  • Drafting and reviewing transport, forwarding and logistics agreements
  • Advice on liability, insurance and risk management in transport operations
  • Many years of experience in advising on cross-border transport and supply-chain projects involving multiple jurisdictions
  • Hands-on support in handling transport damage claims and enforcing claims and complaints
  • Advice on all aspects of foreign trade law, including export control requirements
  • Guidance on initiating and implementing compliance programmes for international trade
  • Tailored training measures on transport, freight forwarding and customs law for companies and their staff

Services for inbound projects

  • Advice on German transport and freight forwarding law, as well as key international transport conventions (CMR, Warsaw Convention, etc.)
  • Drafting and adapting contracts in line with German law and European regulatory requirements
  • Advising on warehousing and handling agreements
  • Representing clients in disputes involving transport damage, delivery delays and contractual breaches

Services for outbound projects

  • Coordinating international transport and freight forwarding projects across multiple jurisdictions
  • Selecting, instructing and managing trusted local partners and transport law advisors abroad
  • Adapting transport and logistics agreements to foreign legal frameworks
  • Advising on customs rules, export controls and sanctions screening in international business
  • Proven experience in steering complex cross-border supply chain projects in parallel across borders

All advantages at a glance

  • Direct access to a global network of specialised transport and customs law experts
  • A unique combination of legal excellence and commercial understanding of logistics processes
  • Practical, efficient solutions that minimise risks and speed up operations
  • Tailored advice for manufacturing, trading and logistics companies, as well as freight forwarders and carriers

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