Business Law

Business Law Services

From startup formation to complex mergers and acquisitions, we provide comprehensive business law counsel that supports your commercial objectives while managing legal risks. Our practice serves entrepreneurs, established corporations, and family businesses across diverse industries.

Dr. Alexander Schmidt brings over 25 years of business law expertise, having advised companies through formation, growth, transactions, and succession. We understand that legal counsel must align with business strategy, delivering practical solutions that protect your interests without impeding commercial progress.

Our Services

Business Formation & Structure

Choosing the right business structure affects taxation, liability protection, and operational flexibility. We guide clients through entity selection, formation documents, shareholder agreements, and regulatory compliance to establish a solid legal foundation.

Contract Negotiation & Drafting

Well-drafted contracts prevent disputes and protect your interests. We negotiate and draft commercial agreements, distribution contracts, licensing agreements, employment contracts, and vendor agreements with precision and commercial awareness.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Buying or selling a business requires meticulous due diligence and strategic negotiation. We represent both buyers and sellers in M&A transactions, handling valuation analysis, due diligence, deal structuring, and post-closing integration to maximize value and minimize risk.

Corporate Governance

Proper governance protects directors, officers, and shareholders while ensuring compliance with legal obligations. We advise on board composition, fiduciary duties, shareholder rights, and corporate formalities.

Employment Law

We counsel employers on hiring practices, employment agreements, compensation structures, termination procedures, and compliance with German labor law to minimize employment disputes.

Regulatory Compliance

Navigating industry-specific regulations requires specialized knowledge. We help clients understand and comply with applicable regulations, obtain necessary licenses, and respond to regulatory inquiries.

Industries We Serve

Technology & Software
Manufacturing
Professional Services
Real Estate Development
Healthcare

Retail & E-commerce
Hospitality
Financial Services
Import/Export
Family Businesses

Why Work With Us

Business-minded legal counsel that supports commercial objectives
Decades of experience across diverse industries and transaction types
Strategic approach that balances risk management with growth
Relationship-focused service with direct attorney access
Network of trusted advisors including accountants and financial professionals
International transaction experience and cross-border capabilities

Case Example

Technology Company Acquisition

A software company engaged us to acquire a smaller competitor with complementary technology. We conducted comprehensive due diligence, uncovering intellectual property issues and undisclosed liabilities that would have significantly impacted value. Through negotiations, we secured indemnification provisions and an escrow arrangement to protect our client. We also restructured the deal to acquire key assets while leaving problematic liabilities behind. The transaction closed successfully, and the combined entity achieved projected synergies while avoiding the risks we identified.

Let's Discuss Your Business Needs

Whether you're starting a business, negotiating a transaction, or facing a commercial challenge, we're here to help.

Corporate Excellence

Empowering Growth