Armen Carstensen
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Armen Carstensen

Manager - Legal, Compliance and Research

Armen leads the In-House Legal & Compliance Department and the Research Department in Germany.
 
He is an expert in risk management and compliance, possessing in-depth knowledge in professional conduct law, liability law, data protection law, and money laundering prevention. Armen has special expertise in developing and implementing sophisticated compliance systems that meet regulatory requirements and minimize risks in a practical and future-oriented manner. He is experienced and versed in collaborating with authorities and has also been A&O Shearman's Data Protection Officer in Germany since October 1st, 2024.

Beyond his responsibilities in risk management and compliance, Armen is also dedicated to digitalization and knowledge management.

Qualifications

Admissions

Rechtsanwalt, Germany 2020

Academic

Second German Law Degree, 2020 

First German Law Degree, 2017 

Legal studies in Bonn and Dusseldorf

Languages

English, German
Disclaimer
A&O Shearman was formed on May 1, 2024 by the combination of Shearman & Sterling LLP and Allen & Overy LLP and their respective affiliates (the legacy firms). Any matters referred to above may include matters undertaken by one or more of the legacy firms rather than A&O Shearman.