bpv BRAUN PARTNERS is pleased to announce that Cynthia Sturmfels, LL.M. has joined the firm as a Senior Associate, further strengthening the German desk and its international law and antitrust law practice. With extensive experience gained in leading European institutions and law firms, Cynthia will be a valuable asset to the firm’s growing international team.
Cynthia gained her professional experience at the European Commission Directorate in Brussels, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs, and leading international law firms, including Gleiss Lutz and GÖRG. Throughout her career, she has worked on complex legal issues at the intersection of European and national regulations, providing strategic legal counsel to multinational clients.
“We are delighted to welcome Cynthia to our team,” said Arthur Braun, managing partner of bpv BRAUN PARTNERS and head of German desk. “Her broad experience in international and antitrust law, coupled with her background at the European Commission and other institutions, will further enhance our firm’s capabilities and strengthen our position as a trusted legal advisor for clients operating in multiple jurisdictions.”
She enjoys practicing yoga, rock climbing, and experimenting in the kitchen—especially with Middle Eastern cuisine. In her free time, she also likes bullet journaling and aquarelle painting.
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