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Practice Area

Corporate Law

Practical legal support for companies doing business in Germany. We help founders, investors, and established companies navigate formation, contracts, governance, and employment matters with confidence.

How we help businesses

German corporate law can feel unfamiliar if you are used to Anglo-American systems. We explain the differences, flag the risks, and make sure your documents and processes hold up in practice.

English-language advice on German law
Direct access to experienced Rechtsanwälte
Fixed-fee options for standard formations and reviews
Coordination with tax advisors and notaries
Modern Berlin office meeting space

Services

Company formation

We guide you through choosing the right legal form — GmbH, UG, GbR, and others — and handle formation documents, notarisation, and commercial registration.

Commercial contracts

Clear, enforceable contracts for suppliers, customers, partners, and employees, drafted or reviewed with your commercial goals in mind.

Corporate governance

Advice on directors' duties, shareholder meetings, resolutions, and ongoing compliance obligations under German law.

Shareholder agreements

Structuring ownership, exit rights, dispute resolution, and decision-making between founders and investors.

Employment and director matters

Contracts, terminations, severance, and director service agreements that balance protection with practicality.

Start your business on solid ground

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