{"id":5312,"date":"2026-06-23T10:51:41","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T08:51:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gxglegal.com\/expertise\/"},"modified":"2026-08-29T16:50:06","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T14:50:06","slug":"expertise","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gxglegal.com\/en\/expertise\/","title":{"rendered":"Expertise"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<section class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_0 et_pb_fullwidth_header et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_container left\"><div class=\"header-content-container center\"><div class=\"header-content et_flex_module\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Expertise.<\/h1><div class=\"et_pb_header_content_wrapper\"><p>Precise in law. Focused on your success. <\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_header_button_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button et_pb_more_button et_pb_button_one\" href=\"#termincta\">Contact<\/a><a class=\"et_pb_button et_pb_more_button et_pb_button_two\" href=\"#leistungsspektrum\">Services<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_scroll\"><a class=\"scroll-down-container\" href=\"#\"><span class=\"scroll-down et-pb-icon\">7<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_16_24 et_flex_column_16_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Your challenge. <em>Our expertise.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>Legal challenges do not call for standard solutions, but for precise expertise. We deliberately focus on selected areas of law in order to advise you at the highest level. Discover our core areas\u2014strategic, well-founded, and consistently geared to your success.  <\/p>\n<p>We represent companies, shareholders and family offices in complex commercial law proceedings\u2014before state courts, in arbitration proceedings and in mediations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\" id=\"leistungsspektrum\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Key advisory areas<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_16_24 et_flex_column_16_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>In these areas, we <em>support<\/em> you.<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_17 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_group_0 et_pb_group et-last-child et_pb_module et_grid_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_group_1 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"0\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Mergers &amp; Acquisitions<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_16 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Strategische Transaktionsberatung f\u00fcr Mittelstand, Investoren und Konzernt\u00f6chter \u2014 mit Deal-Logik, klarer Kommunikation und Fokus auf Ergebnis.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_0 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_2 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"1\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_1 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Real Estate Industry<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_17 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Transaktionen, Entwicklung und Verwaltung von Immobilien \u2014 f\u00fcr Investoren, Bestandshalter und Projektentwickler.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_1 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_3 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"2\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Litigation<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_18 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Strategische Vertretung vor staatlichen Gerichten und Schiedsgerichten \u2014 in komplexen Wirtschaftsstreitigkeiten.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_2 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_4 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"3\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_3 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Business Succession<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_19 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Die \u00dcbergabe eines Lebenswerks verlangt mehr als ein Vertragswerk. Wir strukturieren Nachfolgen so, dass Unternehmen, Familie und Werte tragen.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_3 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_5 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"4\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_4 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Pro bono<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_20 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Wir stellen unsere Expertise gemeinn\u00fctzigen Organisationen, Stiftungen und sozialen Initiativen unentgeltlich zur Verf\u00fcgung.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_4 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_6 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"5\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_5 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Corporate Law<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_21 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Strukturen, die Wachstum tragen und Konflikte aushalten \u2014 Beratung im gesamten deutschen Gesellschafts- und Konzernrecht.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_5 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_7 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"6\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_6 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Financial Market Regulation<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_22 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Aufsichtsrechtliche Beratung von Banken, Wertpapierdienstleistern, Fonds und FinTechs \u2014 mit direktem Zugang zu BaFin und EZB.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_6 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_8 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"7\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_7 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Compliance<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_23 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Compliance-Management, interne Untersuchungen und Krisenberatung \u2014 pragmatisch, pr\u00fcfungsfest und partnergef\u00fchrt.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_7 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_9 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"8\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_8 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Company Acquisition<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_24 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>K\u00e4ufer brauchen mehr als juristisches Handwerk. Wir denken Akquisitionen aus der Perspektive des Erwerbers \u2014 kommerziell, risikoorientiert und mit Blick auf die Post-Merger-Realit\u00e4t.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_8 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_10 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"9\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_9 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Private Equity &amp; Venture Capital<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_25 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Investitionen, Finanzierungsrunden, ESOP\/VSOP, MIP\/MPP, MBO\/MBI, Buy-and-Build, Roll-Out<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_9 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_11 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"10\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_10 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Employment Law<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_26 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Arbeitsrechtliche Beratung aus Arbeitgebersicht \u2014 von der Vertragsgestaltung bis zur einvernehmlichen Trennung.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_10 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_12 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"11\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_11 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Private Clients<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_27 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Verm\u00f6gen, Nachfolge und Familie \u2014 strukturiert, vertraulich und mit Blick auf Generationen.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_11 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_13 et_pb_group et-last-child et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_clickable\" data-loop-item=\"12\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_12 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Joint Ventures<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_28 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Partnerschaften sind langfristige Vertr\u00e4ge zwischen Menschen, nicht nur zwischen Unternehmen. Wir strukturieren Joint Ventures, die auch dann tragen, wenn Interessen auseinanderdriften.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_12 et_pb_code et_clickable et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><a>Learn more<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_18 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_29 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>Sectors<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_19 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_16_24 et_flex_column_16_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_0 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_20 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_30 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Industry expertise<br \/><em>in depth.<\/em><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_21 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_0 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_0 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">K<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">Industry & mechanical engineering<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_1 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">K<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">Healthcare & MedTech<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_2 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">K<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">Real estate<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_3 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">K<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">Energy & infrastructure<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_22 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_1 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_4 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">K<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">Software & technology<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_5 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">K<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">Consumer goods & retail<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_6 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">K<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">Financial services<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_7 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">K<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">Professional services<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_23 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_31 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>FAQ<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_32 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Frequently asked <em>questions.<\/em><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_33 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Do you have a specific question? We will respond within 24 hours. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_24 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_3_5 et_flex_column_3_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_0 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">When arbitration instead of state court?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>In international matters, where confidentiality is important, or where complexity is high, arbitration is often the better option.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_1 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Can court hearings take place online?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Yes. Under Section 128a of the German Code of Civil Procedure (ZPO), the court may allow parties, authorised representatives or witnesses to participate in the oral hearing via video transmission. This requires a corresponding order by the court or the court\u2019s consent. The online hearing replaces physical attendance while preserving procedural principles; it is particularly relevant in practice for supra-regional or international participants.   <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_2 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What exactly does due diligence mean?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>The buyer reviews all legal, tax and financial aspects. This is a duty of care. We structure the data room, protect confidential information and manage the process efficiently.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_3 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How does a company sale work?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>In four phases: preparation, approaching buyers, negotiation & due diligence, and contract execution (signing\/closing). We support you through every legal step. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_4 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How long does a sales process take?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Typically between three and nine months\u2014depending on preparation, buyer interest and the pace of negotiations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_5 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Which documents do I need to get started?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Above all, current corporate, employment, lease, customer and supplier agreements, annual financial statements and IP documents. We help structure and align these documents. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_6 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What are the most important points in the purchase agreement?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Purchase price, warranties, liability, non-compete clauses and payment terms. We ensure that your interests are protected legally and commercially. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_7 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How are real estate or hidden reserves treated?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Whether a property remains in the company, is sold separately or is leased affects the purchase price and the tax burden. We help find the solution that best fits commercially and from a tax perspective\u2014together with your tax advisers. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_8 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How does communication with the buyer work?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Usually via M&A advisers or directly through us as your legal representatives. We ensure clear, confidential and solution-oriented communication\u2014even in sensitive phases. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_9 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How can I tell whether my company is ready to be sold?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Stable revenue, functioning processes and independent management are good prerequisites. We help identify potential stumbling blocks at an early stage. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_10 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">When is the right time to start a company sale?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Ideally two to three years before the planned exit\u2014so there is enough time to prepare figures, structures and contracts optimally.<\/p>\n<p>However, a sale is also possible at short notice (\u201cad hoc\u201d), for example for personal or economic reasons. Good results can still be achieved, although often with somewhat less room for structuring and more compromises on structure or timeline. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_11 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is the difference between a sale to family, management or investors?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>An external sale usually focuses on achieving the best price, while internal successions prioritise continuity and preserving values. The legal and tax consequences differ\u2014we show you what best fits your objectives. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_12 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How can I prepare my company for a sale?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>We review and harmonise your key agreements\u2014such as corporate, employment, lease and customer contracts\u2014so that, from a buyer\u2019s perspective, they are consistent, up to date and legally robust.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_13 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What if I do not yet have a specific buyer?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>No problem\u2014specialised M&A advisers can support the buyer search, while we prepare the legal structure and documentation in parallel.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_14 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What does it mean if my company is part of a holding structure?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Many entrepreneurs hold their operating company through a holding company. This can bring tax advantages\u2014especially on a sale. What matters is how profits and proceeds flow between the companies. We review whether your structure is optimally set up for the planned sale or should be adjusted.   <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_15 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Do I need to change the corporate structure before the sale?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Sometimes that can be sensible\u2014for example, to separate non-operating assets or to simplify the shareholding structure. We assess this on a case-by-case basis and support implementation. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_16 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How can I involve my family in a sale or succession?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Through clear contractual arrangements, gifting models or advisory board solutions\u2014legally sound, tax-efficient and with minimal potential for conflict.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_17 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How can I structure the sale from a tax perspective?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Together with your tax advisers, we review possible structures\u2014such as holding models, gifting variants or asset transfers\u2014to optimise the proceeds from a tax perspective.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_18 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How can I protect myself against later liability risks?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Through precise warranties, liability caps and\u2014where suitable\u2014the use of W&I insurance, which can cover certain risks and relieve both buyer and seller.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_19 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What happens after the sale?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Sellers often continue to support their company for a transitional period\u2014for example in an advisory capacity or in management. We help clearly structure this phase contractually, structure reinvestments or earn-out arrangements, and adjust your private asset structure in a legally sound manner. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_20 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What happens if the buyer wants to renegotiate?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>We review the arguments, protect your position and find solutions without jeopardising completion.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_21 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How are legal services billed?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Transparency is important to us. 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