We offer our clients comprehensive support in all aspects of company acquisitions, sales and mergers (transaction consulting) as well as in the planned transfer of the company to a successor (succession consulting).

Our specialists have extensive expertise in advising both national and international clients on complex transactions in the area of M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) in various industries and legal fields.

In terms of M&A transaction consulting, we support companies and investors in mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures. We start with a thorough analysis of your goals and requirements to ensure that we identify the best target companies that meet them. Then, we proceed as follows:

• Due Diligence: Assistance with conducting due diligence reviews to ensure that all relevant information about the target company is collected and potential risks and opportunities are identified. Consideration of both legal and tax aspects.
• Contract negotiations and drafting: Advice and support in negotiating and drafting contracts, such as purchase agreements, articles of association, joint venture agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
• Tax advice: Advice on tax aspects of M&A transactions and support with structuring and optimizing the tax implications.
• Post-Merger Integration: Support with the integration of acquired companies or business units and assistance with the implementation of synergy effects.

With regard to succession consulting, we assist you in planning and implementing a smooth and effective transfer of your assets or company to the next generation or another successor. We are also happy to help you identify suitable successors by conducting a thorough analysis of your requirements and the suitability of potential successors.

Our range of services in the area of succession consulting includes:

• Analysis and assessment: Analysis of the existing situation of the company, taking into account legal, tax, and economic aspects. Assessment of the options for succession planning and support with decision-making.
• Planning and implementation: Development of individual succession plans tailored to your needs. Support with implementation and organization of transfers of assets or company shares.
• Tax advice: Advice on tax aspects of succession planning and support with structuring and optimizing tax implications.
• Company valuation: Support with the valuation of companies, advice on determining company values, and implementation of valuation methods.
• Testamentary arrangement: Support with the preparation of wills and inheritance contracts, as well as the creation of foundations and other structures to support succession planning.

In both transaction and succession consulting, we work closely with you at all times to ensure that your transactions and succession plans are successfully implemented and your goals are achieved.