DLA Piper

We advise issuers, investment banks, selling shareholders and investors on a full range of domestic and cross-border capital markets transactions. We focus on ECM and DCM transactions, especially initial public offerings, capital increases, accelerated bookbuild offerings and equity-linked transactions, as well as public takeovers and delistings. We also support listed companies in all aspects of stock corporation and capital markets compliance, as well as in complex restructurings, including proceedings under the German StaRUG regime. Our clients benefit from our deep regulatory capabilities, our close cooperation with regulatory authorities and stock exchanges, and the integration with our international network, including our seamlessly integrated US advice in connection with Rule 144A offerings. In this way, we deliver legally sound and practical solutions in a dynamic market environment.

Our strength lies in combining profound capital markets capabilities, transaction experience and a strong international network. We understand our clients’ commercial challenges and act with an entrepreneurial mindset. Accordingly, our advice focuses on pragmatic and solution-oriented approaches. Through close collaboration with our international teams, we provide seamless cross-border advice, and our comprehensive capabilities across various legal areas and sectors ensures a deep understanding of industries and markets. Our ambition is to develop innovative structures, implement regulatory requirements efficiently, and build long-term partnerships.

Our corporate responsibility is embedded at the core of our business strategy. We support our clients in transitioning to a more sustainable future while integrating sustainability into our governance, decision-making, and operations. Our priorities include decarbonising our business with a commitment to achieving net zero by 2040, fostering an inclusive workplace, delivering positive social impact, and acting as a trusted and ethical business partner. Through initiatives such as education programmes, pro bono work, and global scholarship schemes, we actively contribute to a fairer and more sustainable society. Transparency, clear targets, and continuous improvement are central to our approach.