Building Momentum in Berlin – delivering real progress in Hessen

The Berlin Dispute Resolution Days at the Bundesrat on 10th September 2025 impressively demonstrated the momentum behind the establishment of Germany’s new Commercial Courts and Commercial Chambers. Representatives from several federal states presented their courts, shared first experiences and offered insights into the future direction – from the adjustment of the guidelines to possible best practices.

Hesse and the representative members from the Commercial Court Frankfurt played a key role: Prof. Dr. Skauradszun and Dr. Christine Schmidt opened the event with a contribution in front of the Frankfurt Skyline, underlining the importance of our location for Germany’s economic strength and international competitiveness.

And not only in Berlin, but also behind the scenes in Frankfurt, preparations are moving forward rapidly:

• The homepage is currently being further developed. Photos were taken at the Higher Regional Court and a joint online presence of all Commercial Courts and Chambers is planned. Once revised, the guidelines presented at Berlin will be published there shortly.

• The new premises of the Commercial Court Frankfurt and the Commercial Chambers are close to completion and will be officially inaugurated on 19th November 2025, in the presence of representatives from global corporations, the banking sector and the legal profession. Save the date and stay tuned – further details will follow shortly via the newsletter.
• The Commercial Court and the Commercial Chambers at Frankfurt are already operational: At the Court, the first case has been handled, and the first hearings at the Commercial Chambers have been scheduled.

This shows: The Commercial Court and the Commercial Chambers at Frankfurt are not just a vision, but already a lived reality – offering a modern, attractive venue for complex business disputes before state courts. Thus Hesse strongly strengthens the frame conditions for the Rhine-Main region as a leading business hub.

Next Event: DAJV e.V. on 29 October 2025

Join us for the next information session at the Frankfurt DAJV e.V. on 29th October 2025 to learn more about the practical implementation and benefits of the Commercial Court and Chambers model.