Atty. Matthias Durst

Atty. Matthias Durst

Dr Matthias Durst is a partner and co-head of real estate at POELLATH in Berlin. For many years, he has advised on real estate transactions, real estate private equity and real estate project developments of all kinds, as well as on the conclusion of rental and lease agreements.

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About Matthias Durst at a glance

Matthias Durst is a real estate attorney, practicing at POELLATH. Admitted to practice in Germany, German Bar Association. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026) and Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law, Berlin (Germany) (2022). Serands clients in Berlin and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dr Matthias Durst is a partner and co-head of real estate at POELLATH in Berlin
  • For many years, he has advised on real estate transactions, real estate private equity and real estate project developments of all kinds, as well as on the conclusion of rental and lease agreements
  • He also advises on contract law and has accompanied various major portfolio transactions and individual transactions as the leading partner
  • In addition, he has broad experience in the fields of real estate financing, as well as joint ventures
  • His clients include many well-known companies, banks and funds
  • Clients appreciate his negotiating power and knowledge of market standards
  • Matthias is consistently ranked among the leading lawyers in Germany for his real estate expertise
  • Since 2006, he has been head of the board of postgraduate LLM Course Muenster
  • Before joining POELLATH, Matthias was partner at a major international law firm (1995-2001)
  • He studied law in Freiburg and was admitted to the bar in 1994

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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthias Durst handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Where is Matthias Durst's law office located?
Matthias Durst's law practice is located in Berlin. The firm is POELLATH. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Matthias Durst focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
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Matthias Durst's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law, Berlin (Germany).

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Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law, Berlin (Germany)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

Germany, German Bar Association

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