Family-owned businesses and other owner-managed companies as well as high-net-worth individuals in the respective countries have always played an important role in many of our key jurisdictions, accounting for a significant share of most countries' GDPs. The close relationship that partners and shareholders have in such business models, means that decisions can be reached quickly, making these enterprises flexible and adaptable. But because of this structure, they also face specific challenges that need careful consideration.

What we offer

Our lawyers are highly experienced in advising family-owned businesses, their partners and shareholders. We offer advice on corporate structure, succession, asset protection and tax planning, as well as corporate financing. Family-owned businesses have always participated in the capital markets, so we provide advice on structuring and implementing domestic and international transactions. Our clients benefit from our internal network of experts - not only across jurisdictions, but also across legal practices. If necessary, we involve specialist teams from our corporate, tax, real estate, antitrust and competition, public law, dispute resolution, as well as employment, pensions and benefits practices.

Personal commitment

We place great importance on relationships with our clients. We therefore assign one single partner to each case to ensure an appropriate level of attention to any questions or issues the client may raise. In addition we nominate a partner to serve as client service partner and who is the family's main point of contact in order to ensure delivery of a seamless service to our clients. When providing legal advice we need to demonstrate professional and practical experience, as well as an understanding of the entrepreneurial mindset, structures and decision-making processes of family-owned businesses. Our lawyers meet these needs.

For further information please contact Ann-Charlott Steinbrück, business development manager.

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