Ramon Schmitt
About Ramon Schmitt
Ramon Schmitt is a Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter at Linklaters in Düsseldorf, Germany, specializing in corporate law and antitrust. He has a background in Rechtswissenschaft from the University of Cologne and contributes to the 'Cologne Technology Review & Law' magazine, focusing on blockchain topics.
Work at Linklaters
Ramon Schmitt has been employed at Linklaters as a Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter since 2022. He works in the Düsseldorf office, located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. In his current role, he focuses on legal matters related to antitrust and foreign investment. His background includes experience in corporate law, which he developed during his previous positions.
Education and Expertise
Ramon Schmitt completed his Abitur at Emanuel Felke Gymnasium, where he studied from 2008 to 2016. He furthered his education at the University of Cologne, where he studied Rechtswissenschaft and achieved his Staatsexamen between 2016 and 2022. His legal expertise includes corporate law, antitrust, and mergers & acquisitions, supported by various internships throughout his academic career.
Background
Before joining Linklaters, Ramon Schmitt gained practical experience at Hengeler Mueller and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer. He completed a one-month internship at Hengeler Mueller in 2016 and a juristisches Praktikum in 2019 in Düsseldorf. He also worked as a Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer from 2021 to 2022, where he was part of the Corporate/M&A team.
Achievements in Legal Writing
Ramon Schmitt regularly contributes to the 'Cologne Technology Review & Law' magazine, where he writes scientific articles focusing on blockchain topics, including NFTs and Bitcoin in commercial accounting. His writing reflects his interest in the intersection of law and technology, showcasing his expertise in current legal issues.
Involvement in Legal Tech
Ramon Schmitt serves as a board member at Legal Tech Lab Cologne. In this role, he engages with the integration of technology within the legal sector, contributing to discussions and initiatives that explore how legal practices can adapt to technological advancements.