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DR. MARTIN FRANZ, M.A.

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Based in Munich, Dr. Martin Franz is a trustberg. partner and lawyer admitted to the German and California bars.

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A graduate of LMU Munich and the University of Tübingen, he is a certified specialist in copyright and media law. Dr. Franz brings over 15 years of experience as General Counsel for technology companies, combining legal expertise with hands-on leadership in IT, IP, tech, media, finance, and M&A.

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At trustberg., he advises entrepreneurs, founders, and investors on corporate and digital legal matters. Dr. Franz speaks German, English, Spanish, and French.

vita.

  • Law studies at LMU Munich and the University of Tübingen

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  • M.A. in Communication Studies

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  • Doctorate in Copyright and Media Law​

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  • Second State Examination in Munich

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  • Admitted to the bar in Germany and California​​

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focus.

  • Technology and IT law​

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  • Copyright and media law​​​

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  • Corporate and M&A

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  • Digital business law

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  • Finance

track record.

  • 15 years of experience as General Counsel for leading tech companies​

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  • Founder and CEO of a tech startup

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  • Comprehensive legal counsel for startups, founders, and investors in tech, media, and corporate matters

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  • International contract negotiation and structuring in digital and tech sectors

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  • Expert talks and publications on media and IT law

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  • Member of the German-American Lawyers Association (DAJV)

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