“Robert Schimmelpfennig specializes in resolving complex disputes before both state courts and arbitral tribunals. He has extensive expertise in the resolution of corporate law disputes and in the conduct of post‑M&A proceedings.”
Robert Schimmelpfennig, LL.B.
- Studies in Law at Humboldt-University of Berlin and University of Mannheim (Corporate Lawyer, LL.B.)
- Assistant at the Chair of Civil Law, Commercial and Corporate Law of Prof. Dr. Carsten Schäfer at the University of Mannheim
- Admission to the Bar in 2021
- SZA Schilling, Zutt & Anschütz, Mannheim, 2021–2022 (Associate)
- Hengeler Mueller, Frankfurt, 2022–2026 (Senior Associate)
- A/L/M Partners, 2026 (Senior Associate)
Experience
Robert Schimmelpfennig specialises in resolving complex disputes before both state courts and arbitral tribunals. He has advised national and international clients from various industries – including technology, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and automotive – in numerous proceedings across multiple jurisdictions. Robert Schimmelpfennig has extensive expertise in the resolution of corporate law disputes and in the conduct of post‑M&A proceedings. Furthermore, he particularly advises clients on conflicts involving directors’ and officers’ liability and insolvency law, as well as on general contractual and tort law disputes. Robert Schimmelpfennig represents parties in both German and English.
Arbitration
Robert Schimmelpfennig advises national and international clients from a wide range of industries in proceedings under various arbitration rules, with a particular focus on disputes arising from M&A transactions, corporate law matters, and other contractual conflicts.
Litigation
Robert Schimmelpfennig has extensive experience in resolving high-value disputes before state courts, including complex proceedings with international elements involving multiple legal systems. A key focus of his practice to date has been conducting corporate law proceedings, including directors’ and officers’ liability disputes, as well as handling mass tort litigation. He also has particular experience in capital markets and insolvency disputes, as well as in general contractual disputes.
