The admission of new shareholders into the GmbH
Die Aufnahme neuer Gesellschafter in die GmbH ist ein entscheidender Meilenstein, der nicht nur die Eigentümerstruktur verändert, sondern auch weitreichende rechtliche, wirtschaftliche und strategische Implikationen hat. Dieser Prozess bietet die Möglichkeit, finanzielle Mittel zu generieren, strategische Partner zu gewinnen oder das Unternehmen neu auszurichten. Grundsätzlich stehen dafür zwei Wege offen: die Kapitalerhöhung, bei der frisches […]
Contract Law Attorney: What you should know about contracts in your supply chain – Part 2
While supply chain risks often arise in the areas of supply bottlenecks and the passing on of price increases (see Part 1), intermediate suppliers and resellers within the supply chain also face difficulties when the available quantity of products is uncertain. 1. Delivery of defective products. The delivery of defective products, in particular, can lead to significant legal disputes [...]
Contract Law Attorney: What you should know about contracts in your supply chain – Part 1
Contract law governs a wide variety of legal relationships between companies. Especially in the area of commercial contracts—that is, contracts that your company concludes with its suppliers, cooperation partners, and customers—it is crucial that all agreements are drafted in a legally secure and transparent manner, and that they interlock in each of the numerous conflict areas so that your company is not […]
The exclusion of a GmbH shareholder
In a GmbH, it may be necessary or desirable in certain situations to exclude a shareholder from the company—especially against their will. This process, the exclusion of a shareholder, is a complex legal issue that must meet specific statutory and case-law requirements and also requires provisions in the articles of association. This blog post will […]
The liability of the de facto managing director
The managing director of a GmbH is liable for damages if they breach their statutory duty of care. For such duties of care to exist, the person must be appointed as managing director. However, under certain circumstances, a so-called de facto managing director can also be liable for breaches of duty of care like a regular managing director. I. Appointed vs. De facto Managing Director The "statutory" managing director of a GmbH is [...]
Due Diligence Lawyer: A Guide to Thorough Examination
What is important in a due diligence review? How do we approach the process? In this article, we will examine these questions in detail. It will clarify what due diligence means exactly, why it is so essential and what special tasks a lawyer takes on in order to protect your interests as best as possible. What is due diligence? [...]
Organization and Support of your Shareholders' Meeting
The shareholders' meeting is the central body of a GmbH, in which important business decisions are made. Both the organization and the implementation require careful preparation and legal expertise. Professional support from a specialist lawyer for commercial and corporate law can ensure that all legal requirements are met and possible risks, in particular the invalidity and contestability of [...]
Holding Company Establishment: A Guide for Entrepreneurs
As an experienced lawyer and specialist in corporate and commercial law, I would like to give you valuable insights into the establishment of a holding company in this blog. The establishment of a holding structure can offer strategic advantages for many companies, from tax benefits to improved corporate management. In this article, I will explain the essential steps and considerations that need to be taken into account when setting up a holding company.
Compensation of shareholders and resolution of conflicts
Eine Abfindung ist eine finanzielle Entschädigung, die ein ausscheidender Gesellschafter für die Aufgabe seiner Anteile und damit verbundener Rechte von der Gesellschaft oder den verbleibenden Gesellschaftern erhält. Die Abfindung von Gesellschaftern ist ein komplexes und häufig diskutiertes Thema im Gesellschaftsrecht. In diesem Blogbeitrag werden wir die rechtlichen Grundlagen und die verschiedenen Aspekte der Abfindung von […]
The Two-Person GmbH: A Comprehensive Legal Analysis
Die Gründung einer GmbH mit nur zwei Gesellschaftern, bekannt als Zwei-Personen-GmbH, stellt eine beliebte Wahl für Unternehmer dar, die ein neues Geschäftsvorhaben in einer klar definierten Partnerschaft starten möchten. Diese spezifische Form der Gesellschaftsgründung bietet sowohl Flexibilität als auch die Sicherheit einer beschränkten Haftung. In diesem Artikel werden die Schlüsselaspekte einer solchen Gründung erörtert und […]