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February 23, 2026
Milbank Announces Dr. Sarah-Maria Resch as Partner

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- • Milbank LLP has announced Dr
- Sarah-Maria Resch will become a partner in its German corporate practice effective January 1, 2026. • Dr
- Resch advises private equity investors, family offices, and corporates on domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, including leveraged buyouts and joint ventures. • She holds a law degree from the University of Heidelberg, studied at the University of Leeds, and has a doctoral degree from Heidelberg. • With her appointment, the number of partners in Germany rises to 22, and Milbank will appoint 8 new partners worldwide in 2026.
Milbank LLP continues its course of growth in Germany and strengthens its corporate practice by announcing Dr. Sarah-Maria Resch as partner effective January 1, 2026. Sarah-Maria Resch advises private equity investors, family offices, and corporates on domestic and cross-border M&A transactions. Her practice covers the full spectrum of M&A, including leveraged buyouts, minority investments, joint ventures and consortia. She has extensive experience in advising German and international clients on complex M&A transactions across a wide range of industries. Sarah-Maria studied law at the University of Heidelberg and at the University of Leeds (United Kingdom). She holds a doctoral degree from the University of Heidelberg. âWe are delighted to further strengthen our partnership and our international Corporate and M&A practice with the appointment of another partner from within our own ranks, Dr. Sarah-Maria Resch. Thanks to her outstanding legal expertise and exceptional business acumen, Sarah is a great addition to our Corporate practice and its continued strategic developmentâ, explains Dr. Norbert Rieger, Global Chairman of Milbankâs Corporate/M&A Group. Dr. Michael Bernhardt, partner in the firmâs Corporate Group, adds: âSarah has earned an excellent reputation, particularly in advising on complex M&A and private equity transactions, and is held in high regard by clients and colleagues alike. Her election to partner reflects our strong focus on talent development and the exceptional quality of our associates. We warmly congratulate Sarah and look forward to continuing our successful collaboration.â With the appointment of Sarah-Maria Resch, the number of partners in Germany increases to 22. Milbank appoints a total of 8 new partners worldwide as of January 1, 2026.
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