Dr. Christian Zuleger

Sidley has been recognized in the 2023/2024 edition of the JUVE Handbook. The Germany-focused guide highlights the services of more than 800 law firms, evaluates their position in the market through interviews with German and international lawyers and clients, and profiles the law firms that hold a special significance and reputation in the region. Sidley was recognized in the Munich region, as well as in three practice areas: Private Equity: Mid-Cap Insolvency and Restructuring M&A Six Munich partners were also recognized as “often recommended” in a number of practice areas: Dr. Björn Holland — M&A Nicole Janssen — Private Equity: Mid-Cap; M&A Dr. Marcus Klie — Private Equity: Mid-Cap, M&A Volker Kullmann — Private Equity: Mid-Cap Kolja von Bismarck — Insolvency and Restructuring Dr. Christian Zuleger — M&A; Private Equity: Mid-Cap The handbook praised the firm for its strong general focus on PE transactions and for its activity in the M&A market. It also noted the firm’s restructuring practice for its work advising on complicated financing in companies in crisis.~~Sidley has been recognized in the 2023/2024 edition of the JUVE Handbook. The Germany-focused guide highlights the services of more than 800 law firms, evaluates their position in the market through interviews with German and international lawyers and clients, and profiles the law firms that hold a special significance and reputation in the region. Sidley was recognized in the Munich region, as well as in three practice areas: Private Equity: Mid-Cap Insolvency and Restructuring M&A Six Munich partners were also recognized as “often recommended” in a number of practice areas: Dr. Björn Holland — M&A Nicole Janssen — Private Equity: Mid-Cap; M&A Dr. Marcus Klie — Private Equity: Mid-Cap, M&A Volker Kullmann — Private Equity: Mid-Cap Kolja von Bismarck — Insolvency and Restructuring Dr. Christian Zuleger — M&A; Private Equity: Mid-Cap The handbook praised the firm for its strong general focus on PE transactions and for its activity in the M&A market. It also noted the firm’s restructuring practice for its work advising on complicated financing in companies in crisis.

Oct 30

2 min

Sidley advised Rivean Capital's portfolio company, Green Mobility Holding, on its recent acquisition of the digital agency A-DIGITAL one GmbH. Green Mobility Holding is recognized as one of Europe's foremost technology-enabled (e-)bike leasing groups. Rivean Capital, an established private equity firm with a strong presence across Europe, operates from offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, Zurich, and Milan. This acquisition marks a significant step in Green Mobility Holding's strategic expansion and digital transformation efforts. The Sidley team was led by Private Equity/M&A partner Dr. Christian Zuleger and Thomas Komanek, with support from Valentin Specht (Private Equity/M&A), Jörg Fischer (Tax), and Louise Freund (Global Finance).~~Sidley advised Rivean Capital's portfolio company, Green Mobility Holding, on its recent acquisition of the digital agency A-DIGITAL one GmbH. Green Mobility Holding is recognized as one of Europe's foremost technology-enabled (e-)bike leasing groups. Rivean Capital, an established private equity firm with a strong presence across Europe, operates from offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, Zurich, and Milan. This acquisition marks a significant step in Green Mobility Holding's strategic expansion and digital transformation efforts. The Sidley team was led by Private Equity/M&A partner Dr. Christian Zuleger and Thomas Komanek, with support from Valentin Specht (Private Equity/M&A), Jörg Fischer (Tax), and Louise Freund (Global Finance).

Sep 12

1 min

Sidley advised Rivean Capital on the acquisition of Green Mobility Holding GmbH, one of Europe’s leading, technology-enabled e-bike leasing groups. Rivean Capital is an established private equity firm with offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, Zurich, and Milan. The Sidley team was led by Private Equity/M&A partner Dr. Christian Zuleger, with support from Thomas Komanek, Laura Persin, Valentin Specht, Matthias J. Annweiler, and Mario Hirsch (Private Equity/M&A); Roderic Pagel and Jörg Fischer (Tax); Dr. Markus Feil, Louise Freund, and Alissia Opitz (Global Finance); and Patrick J. Harrison (Antitrust/Competition).~~Sidley advised Rivean Capital on the acquisition of Green Mobility Holding GmbH, one of Europe’s leading, technology-enabled e-bike leasing groups. Rivean Capital is an established private equity firm with offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, Zurich, and Milan. The Sidley team was led by Private Equity/M&A partner Dr. Christian Zuleger, with support from Thomas Komanek, Laura Persin, Valentin Specht, Matthias J. Annweiler, and Mario Hirsch (Private Equity/M&A); Roderic Pagel and Jörg Fischer (Tax); Dr. Markus Feil, Louise Freund, and Alissia Opitz (Global Finance); and Patrick J. Harrison (Antitrust/Competition).

May 26

1 min

Sidley advised Bain Capital Insurance on its joint venture with Canada Life Irish Holding Company Limited, an insurance and financial services company, and JDC Group, a financial services provider. The new joint venture, Summitas Group, will be a trusted partner for owner-operated, high-performance insurance brokers in Germany and Austria. The Sidley team was led by Private Equity/M&A partner Dr. Christian Zuleger, with support from Dr. Marcus Klie, Armin Mustafić, Brien Wassner, Laura Persin, Dr. Tobias Bachmeier, Dr. Ufuk Genc, Valentin Specht, and Arie Van Wijngaarden (Private Equity/M&A); Dr. Roderic Pagel and Jörg Fischer (Tax); Kolja Stehl (Banking and Financial Services); Patrick Harrison (Antitrust/Competition); and Ivet Bell (Investment Funds).~~Sidley advised Bain Capital Insurance on its joint venture with Canada Life Irish Holding Company Limited, an insurance and financial services company, and JDC Group, a financial services provider. The new joint venture, Summitas Group, will be a trusted partner for owner-operated, high-performance insurance brokers in Germany and Austria. The Sidley team was led by Private Equity/M&A partner Dr. Christian Zuleger, with support from Dr. Marcus Klie, Armin Mustafić, Brien Wassner, Laura Persin, Dr. Tobias Bachmeier, Dr. Ufuk Genc, Valentin Specht, and Arie Van Wijngaarden (Private Equity/M&A); Dr. Roderic Pagel and Jörg Fischer (Tax); Kolja Stehl (Banking and Financial Services); Patrick Harrison (Antitrust/Competition); and Ivet Bell (Investment Funds).

Jan 19

1 min

The Legal 500 has awarded Sidley two practice area rankings and four lawyer recommendations in The Legal 500 Deutschland 2024 guide. The firm’s Restructuring and Private Equity practices attained rankings in their respective areas. Kolja von Bismarck has been recognized in the “Hall of Fame.” Additionally, Andreas Steiger and Dr. Patrick Schulz have been included as “Next Generation Partners,” and Dr. Christian Zuleger was “Recommended.” The Legal 500 Deutschland recognizes the leading law firms and lawyers in Germany, based on an analysis of law firm submissions and interviews with general counsels and private practice lawyers.~~The Legal 500 has awarded Sidley two practice area rankings and four lawyer recommendations in The Legal 500 Deutschland 2024 guide. The firm’s Restructuring and Private Equity practices attained rankings in their respective areas. Kolja von Bismarck has been recognized in the “Hall of Fame.” Additionally, Andreas Steiger and Dr. Patrick Schulz have been included as “Next Generation Partners,” and Dr. Christian Zuleger was “Recommended.” The Legal 500 Deutschland recognizes the leading law firms and lawyers in Germany, based on an analysis of law firm submissions and interviews with general counsels and private practice lawyers.

Feb 14

1 min