Confident in Corporate Law
Lawyer for Corporate and Commercial Law
"Corporate law" is of course not a technically correct legal term, yet it is very commonly searched for online.
However, the intention behind it is clear: anyone searching for a corporate law lawyer is looking for a lawyer who deals with
the legal requirements, obligations, and rights of companies and businesses. In practice, this primarily refers to the two legal fields of
corporate law and
commercial law.
(Note: in Austria, the term “corporate law” is also not technically correct from a legal perspective, but it is even more commonly used in everyday language.)
A corporate law lawyer therefore advises companies on legal matters concerning their structure, organization,
contracts, transactions, and legal obligations.
"Corporate Law" with Legal Advice from Schreiber Law Firm Munich
Thanks to my experience as a business economist (MBA), I am not only specialized in the purely legal interpretation and analysis of corporate and commercial law matters, but I also understand the underlying economic context and can assess these issues from a practical business perspective. The Schreiber Law Firm in Munich is therefore your competent partner for all matters relating to “corporate law.” We are also happy to assist companies and business owners with employment law, for example in drafting employment contracts.
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What Is “Corporate Law” About?
Companies are always subject to certain legal requirements and obligations, but they also have specific rights compared to “ordinary” individuals. The first steps into entrepreneurship usually involve choosing a legal structure and drafting suitable contracts and corporate documents. Especially during the start-up phase of companies and corporations, financial considerations often play a major role. As a result, many entrepreneurs try to save money when preparing articles of association and contracts. However, using ready-made templates from the internet is certainly not a good idea when building a business on a solid foundation. A notary will also only perform their official duties and generally will not point out potential problems or opportunities for optimization.
These initial decisions are followed by many others if the business becomes economically successful, but the consequences of poor or incorrect decisions made in the early stages can be very difficult to escape later on. What are some of the additional issues that usually require legal advice? Here are a few examples from our daily practice:
- Optimization of liability limitation structures
- Advice on founding companies and businesses
- Advice on founding and establishing foundations
- Shareholder agreements, supply agreements, manufacturing agreements, cooperation agreements, and joint venture agreements
- Corporate restructurings (demergers, mergers, changes of legal form), share transfers
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
- Business acquisitions and sales
- Development of franchising strategies
- Business succession planning, inheritance matters, and support during generational transitions
- Advising corporate bodies and drafting contracts for executives (board members, managing directors, advisory boards, etc.)
- Support in preparing and conducting annual general meetings, shareholder meetings, and meetings of other corporate bodies (supervisory boards, advisory boards, etc.)
- Legal advice for companies in crisis situations, insolvency law
- Financing measures
- General advice in corporate law (company law and commercial law)
Who Needs a Corporate Law Lawyer?
A corporate law lawyer is needed by various companies and individuals who are faced with legal issues related to corporate management, business transactions, or legal obligations.
1. Entrepreneurs and Start-ups
Entrepreneurs and start-ups, for example, require assistance in choosing the right legal structure, drafting shareholder agreements, and registering the company in the commercial register.
2. SMEs – Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
Small and medium-sized enterprises benefit from legal advice regarding contract drafting, intellectual property protection, or business succession planning.
3. Large Corporations
Large corporations often require legal expertise for complex transactions such as mergers or acquisitions, as well as for compliance matters, for example in the areas of data protection or antitrust law.
4. Shareholders and Managing Directors
Shareholders and managing directors also frequently rely on corporate law lawyers, for example when clarifying their rights and obligations, resolving disputes, or protecting themselves against liability risks.
5. Investors and Venture Capital Providers
Investors and venture capital providers use legal expertise to secure investments, structure investment agreements, or assess risks during due diligence reviews.
6. Family Businesses
Family businesses often require support with succession planning, the transfer of company shares, or structuring family-owned corporate entities.
7. Companies in Crisis Situations
Companies facing crises benefit from legal advice, for example in cases of impending insolvency, negotiations with creditors, or restructuring measures.
8. Freelancers and Self-Employed Professionals
Freelancers and self-employed professionals may seek legal assistance in drafting contracts or clarifying liability issues.
A corporate law lawyer is therefore particularly important whenever legal risks exist, major financial decisions need to be made, or conflicts should be avoided and resolved. Early legal advice can help prevent costly mistakes and ensure long-term stability.
Frequently Asked Questions About Corporate Law
In Germany, the following legal forms are available for businesses and companies:
Sole proprietorship, GbR (civil law partnership), e.K. (registered merchant), OHG (general partnership),
KG (limited partnership), GmbH (limited liability company), AG (stock corporation),
UG (entrepreneurial company with limited liability), and GmbH & Co. KG.
There is, of course, no universally perfect legal structure. At certain stages, one legal form may offer advantages but also disadvantages. It is always necessary to weigh the consequences regarding taxes, duties, liability, or creditworthiness. A lawyer can advise you accordingly.
The shareholder agreement regulates the individual rights and obligations between the shareholders. Notary fees for a shareholder agreement are generally based on the amount of the company’s share capital.
A GmbH always requires a minimum share capital of €25,000. In addition, there are costs for the notary (shareholder agreement, monitoring the payment of the share capital, etc. — usually around €1,000) as well as commercial register registration fees (approximately €150).