Luxembourg law firm Arendt & Medernach has been named this year's "European Law Firm of the Year" and "Law Firm of the Year: Benelux" at The Lawyer European Awards 2020.
This annual award ceremony showcases the outstanding achievements of the best European lawyers (excluding the United Kingdom). This year, for the first time in its history, the title of "European Law Firm of the Year" was awarded to a Luxembourg law firm.
Jean-Marc-Ueberecken, Managing Partner at Arendt, commented: “We are honoured to receive these awards. They reward the extensive knowledge of our teams which goes beyond legal expertise, bridging the gap between legal advice and its implementation. Our customers receive practical and innovative solutions for each sector and field of activity through our various service offers”.
The jury highlighted a number of aspects that contribute to Arendt's strength and exceptional positioning. They were impressed by the firm's innovative approach which combines all the services of the firm under the umbrella of the Arendt group and by the deployment of this strategy throughout the organisation. Other strengths included the financial development of the Arendt group in recent years, as well as its leadership in many areas of the Luxembourg legal market, notably funds.
The jury also praised Arendt's ability to synthesise various offers from a full range of legal and business services, the spirit of innovation that constantly guides its activities and initiatives in areas such as professional development, diversity, sustainable development, knowledge management and technologies.
The Lawyer, a monthly British magazine and news website for the legal sector, explained: “Arendt's decision and its ability to bring together several distinct business lines under one brand was another key factor that set it apart from a group of top caliber finalists vying for the top prize this year. year. The integrated approach was described by the jury as an innovative approach which demonstrates the company's commitment to offer a complete service to its customers”.
The Lawyer European Awards took place online on Tuesday 1 December 2020.
