Start your business in Germany.
With German legal counsel.

Choose the right German structure

We assess whether a German subsidiary, acquisition, branch or contractual arrangement fits the proposed business. The analysis covers legal form, shareholder relationships, management responsibilities and the steps required for implementation.

Company formation can involve a notary, commercial register, identity checks and banking requirements. Remote execution depends on the proposed structure and the documents involved.

• GmbH and other appropriate German company structures
• Articles of association and shareholder agreements
• Management appointments and corporate approvals
• Coordination of notarial and register steps

Put commercial relationships on a German-law footing

We review and prepare German-law customer, supplier, distribution and service contracts. Particular attention goes to liability, payment security, termination, governing law and dispute resolution.

A U.S. template may require substantial adaptation for German operations. We explain the changes in English and identify where commercial choices need to be made.

Prepare for people and ongoing operations

Employment relationships, managing director agreements and recurring corporate decisions require a considered German legal framework. We agree the specific work needed for your launch and continuing business.

Tax, accounting, banking and administrative services are separate workstreams. Where they are needed, responsibilities and any coordination are agreed expressly.