Services

M&A that looks beyond the deal

Legally robust, tax-smart

We are your partner from the initial idea to closing and beyond. We guide you through your M&A transaction, as sell-side, buy-side or as target company.

We structure complex deals with a forward-looking approach, aiming to provide the solution that best fits each individual case.

Throughout the process, we assist you in coordinating the due diligence process and perform corporate, financial, and tax due diligences. Based on the findings and the specifics of each individual case, we draft and negotiate reliable transaction documents that protect your economic interests and minimize transaction risks.

Legal advice for all types of M&A transactions

Tax support for M&A transactions

Due diligence support

Transaction Management

Tax optimization in the context of restructurings

Tax structuring of vehicles and products

Our consulting services in the field of M&A transactions

01 Legal advice for all types of M&A transactions

Advice on buy-side and sell-side, and to the target company in
Asset deals
Share deals
Joint ventures

Formation/Incorporation of acquisition vehicles
Drafting of transaction documents
- Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA)
- Powers of attorney
- Resolutions by corporate committees/bodies
- Sale and purchase agreement (SPA)
Coordination of further advisors
Preparation and support for signing and closing
Post-closing advice → See 04 for management consulting

02 Tax support for M&A transactions

Advising and assisting the seller or buyer with

the drafting/review of tax clauses
obtaining an order pursuant to Section 50a(7) of the German Income Tax Act (EStG) or with avoiding such an order
tax optimization in the context of an acquisition or post-closing

03 Due diligence support

Sell-side and buy-side due diligence, as well as

Preparation of a due diligence report
Preparation of interim balance sheets
Preparation of pro forma balance sheets
Determination of purchase prices
Balance sheet optimization in connection with the acquisition, e.g., equity situation, intercompany loans

04 Transaction Management

Clear communication, efficient process management, and a deep understanding of commercial aspects enable us to stand by your side at every stage of the transaction. We coordinate all workstreams with other advisors and serve as your primary point of contact.

Setup and management of data rooms
Coordination of the Q&A process
Coordination of the parties involved and their advisors

05 Tax optimization in the context of restructurings

In the context of an acquisition, a wide range of issues arise that should be examined and optimized, e.g.

Simplification of corporate structures
Business management considerations, e.g., balance sheet structure/measures for balance sheet optimization
Tax considerations, e.g., tax unit
Standardizing process structures
Cross-border change of legal form
Financing requirements
DAC 6 reporting

06 Tax structuring of vehicles and products

We provide support not only for acquisitions, divestitures, and restructurings, as well as new investments, but also for