DLA Piper strengthens Dusseldorf real estate practice with partner hire

DLA Piper is strengthening its German real estate practice with the appointment of Dr Gerold Jaeger as partner in its Dusseldorf office, effective 1 January 2025.

Dr Gerold Jaeger has worked for Clifford Chance since 2004 and was appointed partner there in 2013. He primarily advises clients on real estate transactions and general real estate law matters as well as non-performing loan and portfolio transactions. He also specialises in the transfer of real estate portfolios, project developments and real estate financing.

William Naunton, International Group Head for Real Estate, said: "We are thrilled to welcome Gerold to DLA Piper. Gerold's extensive experience and deep industry knowledge will be instrumental in strengthening our market position in Germany and in pursuing our strategic goals internationally."

"With the addition of Gerold, we continue the expansion of our real estate team and our new Dusseldorf office" said Dr Kai Bodenstedt, Co-Managing Partner in Germany together with Dr Martin Haller. "His many years of experience in complex property transactions and knowledge of the local market make him a valuable asset to our firm and an ideal addition to our real estate team," says Dr Martin Haller.

"I am very much looking forward to helping to shape and drive forward the further expansion of the Dusseldorf office and in particular the real estate practice. The opportunity to work with such an experienced and dynamic team on a national and international level is a great opportunity," concludes Dr Gerold Jaeger.