DE EN

Dr Astrid Schnabel, LL.M. (Emory)

Lawyer │ Partner

Certified Specialist in Employment Law

Hamburg

+49 40 18067 14072

astrid.schnabel@luther-lawfirm.com

Areas of practice

Employment Law

│

Future Work

│

Information Tech & Telecommunications

Dr Astrid Schnabel advises national and international companies on matters pertaining to individual and collective employment law and other, related areas of law. One of her focus areas is works constitution law, in particular in connection with the works council’s co-determination rights when it comes to restructurings and staff adjustments, the introduction of IT systems and health and safety at work. Another focus area is advising on the transfer of businesses, on acquisitions and the cross-border deployment of staff. Astrid Schnabel also represents companies in court and before conciliation committees.

Read more Read less

Vita

Dr Astrid Schnabel studied law at Bucerius Law School in Hamburg (Germany) and at Emory University in Atlanta (USA). After carrying out her legal training, which included training periods in a leading commercial law firm in Atlanta and at the European Commission in Brussels (Belgium), among others, she worked for an international commercial law firm from 2014 to 2021, as a member of the employment law practice group in the Hamburg office and also on secondment in Atlanta. Astrid Schnabel joined Luther in 2021.

Honors and distinctions

The Legal 500 Germany 2025: Mention in the category "Labour Law" (first recommendation in 2022, "Astrid Schnabel has been our trusted point of contact for almost 10 years. She has excellent specialist knowledge and finds innovative solutions for complex legal situations and HR scenarios.")
The Legal 500 Germany 2023: Recommendation in "City Focus Hamburg"

Read more Read less

Clients

Advising an international clothing retail company on staff adjustment measures, current employment law issues and health and safety at work
Advising an international technology company on the closure of its site in Germany
Advising an office equipment and IT company on the design of variable remuneration systems and on health and safety at work
Advising a globally operating IT and telecommunications company on individual and collective employment law issues, including staff cuts, the closure of sites and remuneration systems

Read more Read less

Publications

Read more Read less

Blog posts

Legal protection options for the employer, as things do not always go well

Read more Read less

Lectures

Read more Read less

Memberships

Astrid Schnabel has been a member of the Board of the Hanseatic Bar Association since 2020

Newsroom

all News

Ein futuristischer Roboter sitzt an einem Tisch vor einem Laptop und tippt. Der Hintergrund ist dunkel und verschwommen, wodurch der Fokus auf dem Roboter und der Computerarbeit liegt.

EU AI Act brings important changes!

16.07.2025 | Blog

Three medical professionals in white lab coats walk together down a well-lit hospital corridor. Their backs are to the viewer as they proceed along a smooth floor, flanked by large windows that allow natural light into the space.

Protective shield proceedings: Luther advises hospital group "Pfeiffersche Stiftungen" on merger with Magdeburg University Hospital

02.07.2025 | PR

A child with long hair is blowing bubbles into the air during sunset. The bubbles are large and colorful, floating upwards against a golden and blurred background, creating a joyful and whimsical atmosphere.

Soap bubble container is not packaging within the meaning of the Packaging Act – Luther achieves landmark judgement for toy manufacturers

30.06.2025 | PR

A bronze statue of Lady Justice, blindfolded, holding a pair of scales. She symbolizes impartiality and fairness in the justice system, representing the idea that justice should be administered without bias. The background is blurred, focusing on her figure and scales.

Lawsuits against Chinese opponents? Public service of documents facilitates legal proceedings before German courts.

24.06.2025 | Blog

Preservation of loss carry-forwards despite acquisition of more than 50% of the shares

18.06.2025 | Blog

News Arbitration Landscape – Singapore: Shaping the Future of Arbitration: Updates to SIAC Rules 2025

18.06.2025 | Blog

Exemption from the cartel prohibition: Beemster cheese

ECJ clarifies conditions for restrictions on active sales in exclusive distribution contracts under the Vertical Block Exemption Regulation

27.05.2025 | Blog

An abstract graphic depicting a global trade theme, featuring shipping containers and cranes in a port. Superimposed are outlines of continents with light lines connecting them, symbolizing international shipping and connectivity. The overall tone is blue, suggesting a technological and modern approach to logistics.

Managing trade barriers - What the new US tariffs mean for international supply contracts

06.05.2025 | Blog

A silver statue of Lady Justice stands on a table, holding a sword in one hand and scales in the other. The background includes blurred books and papers, symbolizing law and justice. The statue represents fairness and the legal system.

General Court bolsters up the European Commission: Dismissal of action brought by German fragrance company for annulment of inspection decision authorising a dawn raid to be conducted on the undertaking.

05.05.2025 | Blog