Hogan Lovells Expands German Private Equity with Strategic Partner Hires from Kirkland & EY

Hogan Lovells has made strategic hires to enhance its private equity practice in Germany, bringing on board former Kirkland & Ellis partner David Huthmacher and EY’s Jan Philipp Feigen and Maximilian Menges. The new hires, who have previously collaborated on deals, aim to solidify the firm’s presence in Europe’s largest economy. Huthmacher will be based in Munich, while Feigen, who will head the Germany private equity practice, and Menges will operate from Hamburg. The firm’s strategy includes building its global private equity capabilities, anticipating more expansion in 2025. Further details can be found in the original article.