FAQ

Working with a project lawyer offers several advantages, including

1. expertise:
project lawyers have specialized knowledge in their respective areas of law and can assist companies in dealing with complex legal requirements.

2. flexibility:
project lawyers offer their services on an as-needed basis and can be called in at short notice for specific projects or bottlenecks in the legal department.

3. cost efficiency:
By using external project lawyers, companies can save costs as they do not have to create permanent internal positions. Billing is usually on an hourly or daily rate basis.

4. interim management:
Project lawyers can also take on the role of interim managing director or authorized signatory in the event of staff shortages in the legal department.

5. experience and practical knowledge:
Project lawyers often bring extensive experience in their specialist area and can draw on tried and tested solutions.

6. legal support in the event of growth: As the legal workload increases, companies can draw on the additional capacity and expertise of project lawyers.

These advantages make working with a project lawyer an attractive option for many companies.

In addition to a generalist approach that he has practiced for many years, Dr. Goedings has in-depth knowledge of IT law, intellectual property law, in particular trademark, data protection and internet law as well as automotive law.

You should work with a project lawyer if your company temporarily needs additional legal resources beyond the normal level.

Typically, this may be the case if:

1. you need to temporarily bridge a staffing shortage in your legal department.
2. the company is growing and the workload in the legal department exceeds personnel capacity
3. additional legal capacity is required for a specific project or a temporary task.

A project lawyer can support you with their expertise and experience as and when you need it, without you having to create a new job or increase your headcount.

This flexible type of cooperation makes it possible to strengthen legal resources where they are needed,
and offers the possibility of short-term and needs-based support.

A good project lawyer is characterized by a combination of legal expertise and project management experience. They should be able to understand complex legal requirements and integrate them into the context of the respective project.
It is also important that they have strong communication and negotiation skills in order to interact effectively with different project stakeholders.

Flexibility, adaptability and the ability to find pragmatic solutions are also important qualities for a good project lawyer.

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Project lawyer Florestan Goedings can also be engaged via the platforms Vario, EQWAL and Lawyers on Demand (LOD).

There are various options - project flat rates, hourly rates - which I would be happy to discuss in person.

Experience has shown that 2-4 weeks should be expected between initial contact and onboarding, although it has been shown in the past that the lead time is mainly due to the decision-making processes within the company.

We work together according to your needs and wishes. We often agree on one fixed meeting per week, during which I report on the status of the mandates assigned to me. Some companies also want (explicit) time sheets, while others are happy to spend their time on their matters and only contact me when necessary. In any case, Dr. Goedings handles the tasks assigned to him independently and proactively.

Yes, lawyers may publish client testimonials as long as they comply with the relevant professional rules and data protection regulations.

Testimonials can be published in the form of client reviews, references or testimonials to demonstrate the quality of a lawyer's services. However, it is important to ensure that the publication of testimonials complies with ethical and legal requirements. This includes compliance with data protection regulations, the consent of clients to the publication of their testimonials and the avoidance of misleading or unlawful advertising. Lawyers should therefore familiarize themselves with the specific requirements and guidelines of their relevant bar association before publishing testimonials.

If you are not satisfied with my service, please contact me immediately.
In rare cases, misunderstandings may arise during the coordination of projects, which can be resolved very quickly. If you are nevertheless of the opinion that you would be better off with another project lawyer, we will terminate the contract together as quickly as possible.

A project lawyer provides legal advice and support for a specific project or case. They work on a project-related basis and offer their services on an hourly/daily basis. A legal interim, on the other hand, can act as an interim managing director or authorized signatory and supports the company in legal matters as required. They offer their services flexibly and at short notice throughout Germany and can help out in the event of staff shortages in the legal department.

Yes, project lawyers are subject to a duty of confidentiality with regard to confidential information that they receive in the course of their work. The duty of confidentiality is a fundamental part of a lawyer's professional ethics and professional secrecy.

As a client, you have the advantage that Dr. Florestan Goedings, as founder and CEO of the start-up VANCY.network, has in-depth knowledge of entrepreneurship and start-up management. This enables him to develop a deeper understanding of entrepreneurial issues and concerns, which in turn informs his legal advice and support.
With his background as a start-up founder, he can offer practical insights and solutions that are specifically tailored to the needs of start-ups and companies.

Yes, Dr. Florestan Goedings specializes in start-ups.

He himself is the founder and CEO of the start-up VANCY.network, which is described as a kind of "Tinder for Business". He also supports and advises start-ups and existing companies in the legal review of their technical requirements and offers tailor-made solutions for their legal needs.

Florestan Goedings comments:

"For a few months, I was able to support the world's leading healthcare company for cardiovascular medical technology as a commercial lawyer.

This involved taking over and continuing ongoing projects and independently negotiating new projects with internal and external stakeholders. Providing legal advice to the company and its (international) subsidiaries, in particular in the area of intellectual property, required dealing with a large number of contract types (various industry-related individual and framework agreements, term sheets, NDAs, license agreements, etc.).

In order to ensure optimal results for the company, in addition to a thorough working method and close cooperation with colleagues, an economic perspective was also decisive for the successful course of my work."

In order to prepare ideally for the initial consultation with Dr. Goedings, it is advisable to follow these steps:

1. Overview of your concerns: Before the consultation, be clear about what exactly your concern or legal issue is. Think about what specific topics or problems you would like to discuss with Dr. Goedings.

2. Documentation: If you have relevant documents or contracts related to your concern, it is helpful to have them ready for the initial consultation.

3. Prepare questions: Formulate any questions you may have for Dr. Goedings in advance. This can help you to focus the conversation and obtain the information that is important to you.

4. goals and expectations: Think about what your goals are in seeking legal advice or assistance from Dr. Goedings and what your expectations are for the working relationship. By preparing carefully, you can ensure that the initial consultation is used effectively and that you receive the information and advice you need.

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Dr. Florestan Goedings, LLM. is a "Lawyer on Demand" - a lawyer who offers his services exactly when they are needed.
This flexible approach allows companies to call on the expertise of a lawyer at short notice and on demand, without having to make long-term commitments. This can be particularly useful when companies temporarily need additional legal capacity or need to bridge specific projects or bottlenecks in the legal department.

Legal interim refers to the temporary deployment of an experienced lawyer or in-house counsel in a company, for example to bridge personnel bottlenecks in the legal department, to cope with the workload in the legal area or to provide additional capacity for projects. These services are offered at short notice and flexibly on an hourly/daily basis or on a project basis.

A mediator is a neutral person who mediates in conflicts between parties in order to reach an out-of-court settlement.

The mediator helps the parties to find a common solution by encouraging communication, balancing perspectives and helping to develop agreements. The mediator ensures that the interests of all parties are taken into account and guides them through the mediation process in order to resolve conflicts peacefully and on an equal footing.

A "commercial lawyer" is a lawyer who specializes in advising and representing companies and corporate issues. This covers a wide range of legal aspects related to business and commercial activities.
This includes contract law, corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law and dispute resolution in the business environment.
Commercial lawyers assist companies in drafting and reviewing contracts, advise on corporate governance issues, handling transactions and represent their clients in commercial litigation or arbitration proceedings.
Dr. Florestan Goedings as a lawyer and specialist in intellectual property law offers legal services in the areas of IT law, intellectual property law and automotive law, which also cover typical concerns of a commercial lawyer.

A general counsel is the chief legal advisor to a company.
This person is usually responsible for the legal affairs of the company, including advising the board and management on legal matters, monitoring litigation and ensuring that the company acts in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

An in-house lawyer is a lawyer who is employed by a company or organization to act as an internal legal advisor. Unlike a traditional lawyer who works for external clients, an in-house lawyer works exclusively within the company. This position typically involves providing legal advice on all matters relating to the company as well as representing the company in legal matters.

Virtual shares, also known as phantom shares, are a form of employee participation that enables companies to grant their employees a share in the company's success without actually issuing shares in the company. Instead, employees receive virtual shares that are based on the performance of the company. This enables employees to benefit from a positive business result without actually becoming owners of the company.