Triple Recognition by Best Lawyers 2027: Patrick Vogt, Antonio Calderón, and Daniel Graetsch Among the Best Lawyers in the DACH Region

The U.S.-based legal publisher Best Lawyers, in collaboration with the Handelsblatt, has once again identified the most distinguished lawyers in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland this year.

What sets this ranking apart: Inclusion is based exclusively on peer reviews – that is, recommendations from clients and other attorneys. Self-nominations are not permitted. The principle is: those who know the best are the best themselves.

We are therefore all the more pleased that three members of our team have been included in this year’s list of Best Lawyers – including, for the first time, an award in the “Ones to Watch” category:

• Dr. Patrick Vogt was recognized, as in previous years, for his expertise in the areas of Corporate Law and Private Equity Law – and is also listed this year in the area of Mergers & Acquisitions.
• Antonio Calderón is once again among the recommended lawyers in the area of Mergers & Acquisitions.
• Dr. Daniel Graetsch has been recognized in the “Ones to Watch” category in the field of Intellectual Property Law– following three consecutive recognitions in 2022, 2023, and 2024. New this year is the Litigation category, which impressively underscores his growing expertise.

The “Ones to Watch” category recognizes attorneys who are already making a strong impression through their work and whose careers are being closely followed by their peers.

These accolades reaffirm our identity as a corporate law firm that thinks and acts entrepreneurially – while keeping a focus on delivering tangible added value for our clients.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations on this well-deserved recognition and are delighted that our work is also appreciated among our peers.

The complete ranking in the Handelsblatt

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About VCvF.legal

VCvF.legal is a dynamic commercial law firm based in Düsseldorf that provides comprehensive advice to national and international companies on all matters of commercial law. The full-service firm offers tailored solutions with particular expertise in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital, private equity, and intellectual property law. VCvF.legal is known for its streamlined decision-making processes, personalized client service, and an entrepreneurial mindset that fosters personal responsibility and creativity.

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