Karl-Heinz Schwindt

I am an expert in corporate law, combining comprehensive knowledge, many years of experience, and "craftsmanship," and capable of applying them effectively. Consulting in corporate law is one of my recognized core competencies. I am experienced in resolving challenging issues and managing complex projects.

I advise companies of all sizes and legal forms, their bodies, and shareholders—medium-sized enterprises, family businesses, and partnerships as well as large corporations and groups.

My range of consulting services is comprehensive. It covers all phases of a company—from formation through questions and measures of ongoing corporate governance to restructuring and liability issues.

I advise you in preparing and conducting shareholder and general meetings, changes in management and among shareholders. I guide the design and execution of capital measures as well as corporate and transformation-related structural measures, and support you in conflicts within the circle of shareholders.

References

"This balance of professional experience, in-depth knowledge, good personal skills and sound judgment is rare to find and makes Karl-Heinz different. Would also go to him for personal counsel."
Head of Legal of a UK energy and utility company

"I can highly recommend Mr. Schwindt. He is adept at making complex legal requirements understandable and manageable."
Managing Director of a globally operating medium-sized company (Sensor Technology)

"The collaboration with Mr. Schwindt during the restructuring of our corporate group was excellent. His experience and strategic support set the course for our successful expansion."
Shareholder-Managing Director of a family business (Automotive)

"As a start-up, we depend on advisors who are not only competent but also familiar with the speed and flexibility of our industry. Mr. Schwindt is such an advisor—reliable, competent, and always one step ahead."
CEO of an IT start-up

Industry Knowledge

• Energy Industry

• Automotive

• Chemical Industry

• Market Data Service Providers

• Manufacturing Industry

Practical Experience

• 2025 – present Head of "Corporate & Compliance", INN.LAW, Düsseldorf

• 2024 – present Founder and Owner, SCHWINDT.LAW, Krefeld

• 2021 – 2023 Head of Compliance, RWE Renewables GmbH/RWE Offshore Wind GmbH, Essen

• 2017 – 2021 Legal Counsel ("Corporate, Capital Market and Civil Law"), RWE Aktiengesellschaft, Essen

• 2014 – 2017 Legal Counsel ("CoE Legal & Compliance, Corporate Law"), RWE Group Business Services GmbH, Essen

• 2009 – 2014 Legal Counsel ("M&A, Corporate and Civil Law"), RWE Supply & Trading GmbH, Essen

• 2002 – 2008 Rechtsanwalt/Salary Partner, Beiten Burkhardt, Düsseldorf

• 1999 – 2002 Rechtsanwalt/Associate, Beiten Burkhardt, Düsseldorf

• 1999 – Admitted as Rechtsanwalt (Attorney at Law), Düsseldorf

Lectures

• WSF Wirtschaftsseminare GmbH (Handelsblatt Group)

  • "Fundamentals of International Contract Design"

  • "Contract Law in Sales"

  • "Supply Contracts and General Terms and Conditions in National and International Contract Practice"

  • "Rights and Duties of the Authorized Signatory"

• Corporate Campus



  • "The Managing Director of a Limited Liability Company: Responsibilities, Liability, Rights"

• BeckAkademie Seminars (C.H. Beck Publishing House)

  • "Purchasing Law: Contract Design"

Publications

• Schulte/Schwindt/Kuhn "Joint Ventures – National and International Partnerships", C.H. Beck Publishing House 2009

Interests

• TBD

Working Languages

• German

• English (proficient)

• French and Spanish (both with good basic knowledge)