In an increasingly globalized business world, cross-border contracts play a crucial role for German, Swiss, and Austrian companies looking to collaborate with American business partners. Urban Thier & Federer (UTF), a German-American law firm with two offices in Germany and six offices in the USA, supports these companies with comprehensive expertise.

If the U.S. Treasury is defrauded, the government can recover the money. What's special is that a private individual can initiate this and file a civil lawsuit on behalf of the United States. If successful, the whistleblower receives a portion of the recovered amount. Additionally, attorney's fees and expenses are reimbursed. In the U.S., damages are typically multiplied (usually threefold), which significantly increases the repayment amount.

Typical examples:

• Sham studies or „consulting contracts“ that are actually sales incentives
• Billing for services not rendered or for excessive prices
• Agreements in public institution supply chains

With offices in New York, Connecticut, Georgia, Florida, Texas, and California in the USA, as well as in Germany, UTF offers a unique opportunity to support business clients. Our German lawyers and staff are available for consultations and communication at our German offices, while our experienced US transaction attorneys lead negotiations and draft contract language.

German and European business law differ significantly from the laws in the United States. A central concern is liability, which plays a greater role in the US compared to Europe. Likewise, tax laws differ considerably. Our attorneys in the US are aware of these differences and play a more active role in negotiations than is customary in Europe. It is crucial to involve legal counsel early to avoid disadvantages.

Urban Thier & Federer assists companies with various types of contracts, including Stock Sale or Purchase Agreements, Distribution Agreements, License Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, and other cooperation agreements. Our expertise spans various legal areas such as commercial and corporate law, contract law, trademark law, and tax law, in the USA as well as in Germany and the EU. This ensures that our clients' interests are comprehensively protected and managed from a single source.

For 20 years, UTF has been advising German-speaking business clients in the USA and has accompanied numerous successful business collaborations during this time. Our focus is on providing our clients with sound and reliable legal advice to maximize their chances of success in their transatlantic business relationships.

Trust Urban Thier & Federer as your partner for legal matters in international business. Our experienced team is ready to protect your business interests and facilitate successful cross-border contracts.