Eversheds Sutherland enhances real estate offer in Germany with Frankfurt partner duo

The duo join from US law firm Goodwin Procter, further enhancing the firm’s market‑leading real estate offering for clients in Germany and across Europe.

With over 10 years of experience in real estate law, Catharina specialises in complex property transactions and asset management across all real estate classes. She advises institutional and opportunistic investors on the full lifecycle of real estate investments, from acquisition and management to exit.

Her experience spans share and asset deals, sale and purchase agreements, and drafting and negotiating property-related documents, including commercial leases, data centre housing agreements and construction contracts. Catharina also brings experience in due diligence, dispute resolution and litigation.

With extensive experience in real estate and corporate transactions, Peter specialises in acquisitions and disposals of real estate assets and sale-and-leaseback structures. He regularly advises on commercial leases, joint ventures, and private equity-related transactions, including M&A and management buyouts.

Peter’s clients include international and domestic real estate funds and family offices, and he is recognised for his ability to navigate complex, cross-border deals that integrate real estate and corporate considerations.

James Trafford, Partner and Co‑Head Global Real Estate & Planning, Eversheds Sutherland, commented:

“Catharina and Peter are outstanding additions to our Real Estate offering in Germany. Their track records in complex transactions and their ability to collaborate seamlessly with our corporate, finance and tax teams align perfectly with clients’ needs in today’s market. Their arrival underscores our commitment to advancing our new global strategy particularly in the private capital real estate market.”

Gerhard Molt, Partner, Eversheds Sutherland, commented:

“These strategic hires reinforce our ambition to remain at the forefront of Germany’s real estate market. With Catharina and Peter on board, we deepen our bench across asset classes and can bring even greater pace and precision to investor mandates, from entry through to exit. We’re delighted to welcome them to Frankfurt as we continue to invest in growth areas for our clients across Europe.”

Catharina Förster, Partner, Eversheds Sutherland, commented:

“I’m thrilled to join Eversheds Sutherland. The firm’s international platform and full‑service capability will enable us to deliver even more for clients on complex, cross‑border real estate transactions.”

Peter Junghänel, Partner, Eversheds Sutherland, commented:

“Eversheds Sutherland’s reputation and collaborative culture are a perfect fit. I look forward to working with colleagues in Frankfurt and across Europe to support clients on their ambitious plans.”

The appointment of Catharina and Peter follows a number of strategic partner hires across Germany including corporate finance partner Torsten Volkholz and M&A partner Matthias Kiesewetter.