16.06.2023 | KPMG Law Insights, KPMG Law Insights

The ESG-led legal function of the future – How can legal support business?

ESG has become a very high priority for companies and is also an issue for the legal department. More and more legislation has to be observed in this context. But business partners and customers are also paying more and more attention to sustainability aspects. Therefore, companies should establish a long-term ESG strategy, which should also be co-directed by the legal department. Because in-house lawyers have an eye on the legal stumbling blocks in relation to ESG.

How should legal departments be positioned in terms of ESG and what exactly can they do to make their company successful in terms of ESG? KPMG Law advises legal departments on how to strategically position themselves to be a valuable partner to your company as it moves into the future.

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18.09.2026 | Press releases

KPMG Law Honored at the PMN Management Awards

KPMG Law was awarded first place in the Business Development category at this year’s PMN Management Awards. In addition, the project “The Agent-Based Law Firm”…

18.09.2026 | KPMG Law Insights

How the Data Act Affects the Drafting of Lease Agreements

The EU Data Act is also of great significance to the real estate industry, as modern commercial properties have become data spaces. Heating and air…

15.09.2026 | KPMG Law Insights

Reporting Deadlines for Cyber Incidents Under the GDPR, BSIG, and CRA—Every Hour Counts

After a cyber incident, companies have only 24 or 72 hours to file their initial report with the authorities. A single incident can trigger multiple…

11.09.2026 | KPMG Law Insights

The Procurement Acceleration Act and Sustainable Procurement: What Is Permitted and What Is Required?

The Public Procurement Acceleration Act took effect on July 1, 2026. The Act implements the reform of public procurement law that has been under discussion…

08.09.2026 | Deal Notifications

KPMG Law advises the shareholders and management of KODIAK on the sale of shares and the strategic partnership with Bencis

KPMG Law Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH (KPMG Law) advised the shareholders and management of KODIAK GmbH (KODIAK) on the sale of shares to Bencis and the establishment…

07.09.2026 | In the media

KPMG Law advises Bosch Rexroth on the sale of its Active Shuttle product business to Neura Robotics

KPMG Law Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH (KPMG Law) has provided legal counsel to Bosch Rexroth AG (Bosch Rexroth) in the sale of its product business related to…

31.08.2026 | In the media

Op-Ed in the Börsen-Zeitung – Interim Assessment of the European Crypto Regulation MiCAR

A year and a half after MiCAR took effect, it is clear that, despite European guidelines, there are still misunderstandings regarding the requirements. KPMG Law…

19.08.2026 | In the media

KPMG Law Interview in HAUFE: Even If AI Makes a Mistake, the Board of Directors Is Still Liable

AI analyzes, makes recommendations, and helps make decisions. But who bears the consequences if it makes a mistake? KPMG Law experts Vincent Manthey and Sabrina …

19.08.2026 | In the media

KPMG Law Article in Bloomberg Tax: Germany’s Tax Crime Action Plan Pushes the Boundaries of the Constitution

The new 26-point action plan against tax and financial crime, issued by Germany’s finance and justice ministries, signals a shift toward tougher sanctions, closer interagency…

13.08.2026 | KPMG Law Insights

Federal Ministry of Finance Presents Draft Bill on Mandatory Use of Electronic Cash Registers and Combating Tax Evasion

In July 2026, the Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) and the Federal Ministry of Justice (BMJV) presented an action plan to combat tax and financial …

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