Company Formation

Anyone who incorporates a company in Germany is required to open a business account (Geschäftskonto). We’re here to explain to you what’s important when opening an account for the GmbH – which is Germany’s cornerstone company with limited liability –  and the UG (haftungsbeschränkt) – an entrepreneurial company with limited liability. Business bank accounts, registrations …

If you’re a founder of a limited liability company (LLC) in Germany, you should really get to know the inner workings of your company such as its shares. What should be considered when transferring shares and what are the differences between investments? And what taxes are incurred when buying or selling a share? We’re here …

Shareholders and CEOs: You’ve already heard of both, but do you also understand the differences? Here we’ll give you a good explanation and tell you why sometimes both functions can be performed by the same person. The shareholder of a UG One difference between shareholders and CEOs of a UG is that the shareholder is …

Your company’s Impressum (legal disclosure) is an important part of your online presence in Germany! Operating a company website that doesn’t comply with legal regulations may lead to consequences, such as Abmahnungen: official written warnings that are often accompanied by fines. Simply not being aware of current laws won’t protect you. The same goes for your …

Registering a trade is an important step on the way to setting up a business. Whether you’re establishing a new startup, pursuing a side job or registering a small trade, you need to obtain a trade licence first. Read on to find out everything you need to know before you register your trade. Gewerbanmeldung is …

What exactly do I need to know about GbR liability in Germany? How can I protect my private assets? Many founders ask themselves these questions. The GbR is a common legal form in Germany, but it does come with a catch: if business isn’t going well, shareholders are personally liable for the GbR. This article …