Christian Leuthner

Partner

Frankfurt

Focusing his practice on technology and data protection, Christian is a trusted advisor to clients seeking help in navigating the ever-changing risk landscape associated with technological development.

Recognitions

  • Selected through peer review for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ in Germany and Handelsblatt for Data Security and Privacy Law, 2024-2025

Credentials

Education

  • Düsseldorf, Germany, 2011, Second State Bar Exam
  • University of Konstanz, Germany, 2009, First State Bar Exam
  • University of Konstanz, Germany, 2005, Law

Professional admissions & qualifications

  • Germany

Court admissions

  • All German Local and District Courts
  • All German Higher Regional Courts

Professional affiliations

  • Frankfurt am Main Bar Association
  • International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
  • Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/E)

Languages spoken

German, English

News

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22 Reed Smith lawyers earn recognition in Best Lawyers in Germany™ 2026

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Reed Smith advises Main Capital Partners and enventa Group GmbH on the acquisition of Softbauware GmbH and Gesys GmbH & Co. KG

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24 Reed Smith lawyers earn recognition in Best Lawyers in Germany™ 2025

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Reed Smith advises Duravant on acquisition of German engineered equipment company Henneken

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Reed Smith advises Vendis Capital on investment in BitterLiebe

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18 Reed Smith lawyers recognised in The Best Lawyers in Germany™ 2024 edition

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Reed Smith advises Photonis on acquisition of ProxiVision

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Reed Smith advises All Seas Capital on investment in Zimmer MedizinSysteme

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Reed Smith announces 31 new partners across firm’s global platform; 35 associates promoted to counsel

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Insights

Blogs

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Technology Law Dispatch

Strengthening enterprise cyber resilience

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RED: EU Cybersecurity Obligations for IoT Products from August 2025

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Update on NIS2 Implementation in Germany

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NIS2 implementation in Germany failed

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Technology Law Dispatch

Cybersecurity law updates in the UK and the EU

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Technology Law Dispatch

Cybersecurity law updates in the UK and the EU

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Technology Law Dispatch

Cybersecurity preparedness: What guidance to follow?

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Technology Law Dispatch

Webinar: European Data Strategies – A walk through new laws and bills

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The European Cybersecurity Framework - Keeping you informed here

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Technology Law Dispatch

Third Time’s a Charm: European Commission adopts EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework

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Technology Law Dispatch

So you have got BCRs? You may still need to use the new EU SCCs

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New podcast out now - Navigating marketing communications in Europe

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Events

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CLE / CPD

European Data Strategies 2.0 – Navigating the Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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Unlocking the Future: Overcoming Global Challenges in Enterprise AI Implementation

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European Data Strategies – A walk through new laws and bills

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NIS2 and Trade secrets: what you should know for your business

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