German, English, French
Expertise
Frieder Backu’s areas of specialism are IT law, corporate law and tax law for IT and technology companies.
He advises companies on formations, transactions and contractual negotiations and is their trusted partner for comprehensive, continuing legal advice, including for complex and cross-disciplinary issues. His many longstanding clients include technology companies and corporates in Germany and abroad.
Frieder is an expert in the highly controversial field of gaming / gambling law.
Languages
Career
2020 Founding partner at Witzel Erb Backu & Partner
2008 Certified expert for IT law
2002 Certified expert for tax law
1999 Admitted to the bar
1998 Joined SSW law firm, partner 2001
Memberships
German Bar Association
Munich Bar Association
IT working group (DAV-IT)
General Member IMGL – International Masters of Gaming Law
Other
Member of the editorial board and author of the monthly “IT-Rechtsberater” periodical
Numerous publications in the field of IT and tax law
Regular lectures on the subject of IT law