Dr Andreas Vogeler

Vogeler Rechtsanwälte is a German law firm with a dual specialisation in medical law and international aviation and transport law. Founded more than three decades ago by Dr Michael Vogeler, the firm has evolved into a second-generation family practice under the leadership of his sons, Dr Marcus Vogeler and Dr Andreas Vogeler. While Dr Marcus Vogeler focuses on medical law, Dr Andreas Vogeler has expanded the firm's expertise into the realm of international aviation and transport law, establishing a leading practice that serves clients across the globe.

Since 2015, Vogeler Rechtsanwälte has provided comprehensive legal services to international airline and transport companies. The firm's aviation and transport law practice encompasses a wide array of services, including:

• Liability Issues: Handling all liability matters related to transport operations, with a particular focus on accidents. 

• Contract Drafting: Assisting in the creation of partner contracts and terms and conditions (T&Cs). 

• Administrative Offence Proceedings: Representing clients in proceedings before supervisory authorities, such as the Federal Aviation Authority. 

• Industrial Property Protection: Addressing issues related to industrial property, including responding to warning letters.

• Private International Law: Advising on matters concerning the applicable national law in international cases. 

Meanwhile, Vogeler Rechtsanwälte has developed a specialised approach to managing mass claims, particularly those arising under Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (Air Passenger Rights Regulation) and the Montreal Convention. The firm acts on behalf of airline companies both domestically and internationally, handling mass proceedings for ticket reimbursements due to non-performance of trips. In addition, it represents international companies in other sectors facing mass claims, such as data breach incidents. Their integrated approach combines legal, financial and administrative services, supported by customisable software solutions that provide clients with transparency and efficiency throughout the process.

Admitted to the German bar in 2014, Dr Andreas Vogeler brings a wealth of experience and a multilingual proficiency in German, English and French to his practice. His professional experience encompasses placements with the Kammergericht Berlin, the law firm lindenpartners in Berlin and the Federal Government Commissioner for Patients' Affairs.

Dr Vogeler's contributions to legal scholarship are notable, with publications focusing on international medical liability law and private international law. His active participation in professional associations – including the European Air Law Association (EALA) and the European Regions Airline Association (ERAA), as well as his role as a non-executive director at One Sky Solutions – underscore his commitment to the advancement of aviation law.