Corporate law

Comprehensive legal support for your business.

We support our clients nationally and across borders, also in matters with international aspects.

We specialize in corporate law. Our attorneys, tax advisors, and attorneys specializing in corporate and tax law will guide your company through every stage—from legally sound incorporation to strategic restructuring or divestiture. We offer clear solutions to complex legal challenges. Your law firm in Münster with an interdisciplinary approach!

For CEOs, Shareholders, and Corporate Counsel:

Our clients include managing directors and shareholders, in-house counsel, as well as medium-sized and internationally active companies. As experienced attorneys specializing in corporate law, commercial law, and tax law, we ensure that your company is—and remains—well-positioned from a legal standpoint.

Our Services at a Glance

Incorporation & Choice of Legal Structure: We assist you in selecting the appropriate corporate structure, taking into account liability, tax law, and corporate structure.
Commercial Law Contracts: We draft and negotiate complex contracts with domestic and foreign business partners in a legally sound and practical manner.
Corporate Structure & M&A: Restructuring, equity investments, due diligence, and integration for both domestic and cross-border projects.
Shareholder Disputes & Liability: We represent clients in corporate law disputes, actions to set aside transactions, or matters involving director and officer liability.
Meetings & Resolutions: We provide legally sound preparation, support, and follow-up for shareholder meetings and annual general meetings.
Commercial Leases & Real Estate Contracts: We draft and review real estate contracts in a corporate context with a sound economic and legal foundation.
D&O Insurance & Compliance: We advise on protecting corporate officers, e.g., through D&O insurance and legal preventive measures.

When do I need a corporate law attorney?

Legal advice is particularly advisable when:

a new company is to be formed or restructured,
contracts with shareholders, investors, or business partners are involved,
managing directors or board members face liability issues,
disputes arise among shareholders, or
a company is being bought, sold, or split up.

What type of business structure makes sense for my company?

The appropriate legal structure depends on several factors: the desired level of liability, capital requirements, tax considerations, and your long-term business strategy. A GmbH, for example, is well-suited for growth plans and liability limitation, while a GbR or UG is often chosen for smaller startups. We’d be happy to discuss your goals with you. Our specialized attorneys will help you make the right choice.

What is the difference between a GmbH, an UG, and a GmbH & Co. KG?

GmbH: Limited liability corporation, minimum capital: 25,000 €
UG (limited liability): A “mini-GmbH” with start-up capital as low as €1, ideal for founders on a tight budget
GmbH & Co. KG: A combination of a partnership and a corporation—particularly popular among small and medium-sized businesses

We analyze your current situation and help you implement the most suitable legal structure in a way that is optimized for both legal and tax purposes.

What are the responsibilities of managing directors and shareholders?

Managing directors are subject to strict legal obligations. These include proper management of the business, bookkeeping, and tax compliance, as well as ensuring early risk detection and risk management. Breaches of these obligations may result in personal liability. Shareholders, too, must actively participate in accordance with the articles of incorporation—for example, by making additional capital contributions or approving resolutions. We advise you on your rights, obligations, and protection through D&O insurance.

What is due diligence, and when do I need it?

Due diligence is a thorough review of a company and is essential when buying, selling, or acquiring an equity stake. Among other things, it involves reviewing contracts, liabilities, risks, and legal structures. It creates transparency and protects both buyers and sellers from unpleasant surprises. Our attorneys will guide you through the process, from the initial analysis to the successful completion of the transaction.