Class Action in Action Season 2 | #4 Henner Schläfke from Germany

Mass claims in Germany are picking up speed. Yet the system in Europe’s largest economy is still waiting for major reforms. Henner Schläfke, head of the class and mass action defence practice group at Germany’s leading law firm Noerr, sheds light on current developments and possible next steps. One thing is certain: small issues can lead to large-scale risks.

ABOUT CLASS ACTION IN ACTION PODCAST

The world of class actions is undergoing rapid transformation. Legislative frameworks are evolving and collective litigation is gaining traction, placing more organisations at the centre of complex mass claims.

In season two of the Houthoff podcast series Class Action in Action, defence lawyers from different jurisdictions once again share their insights and expectations for the near future. Together with Dave Cohen, they discuss emerging trends, their profession, and the landmark cases shaping the field.

ABOUT THE HOUTHOFF CLASS ACTION SURVEY

Houthoff has been tracking the evolution of class actions for several years through its Class Action Survey, a 360‑degree analysis of trends across multiple jurisdictions. Since the first edition seven years ago, developed with leading international law firms, the survey has been updated to reflect changes in the class action landscape. This year, we have expanded the survey further, introducing a concise executive version and extending its scope to 16 jurisdictions and law firms.