Corporate Law

Corporate law is the foundation of every business. With over 25 years of experience advising both national and international companies, Guldemond Advocaten understands better than anyone else how crucial a sound legal structure and good corporate governance are to the success of your business. From start-ups to listed companies – we ensure that your company’s legal foundation is perfectly aligned with your business objectives.

Experience at every stage of your business

Every stage in a company’s existence has its own legal challenges. At start-up, these are mainly questions about the right legal form and structure. During the growth phase, issues of financing and attracting investors often come into play. In mature companies, the focus is more on corporate governance and the balance between different stakeholders. Our experience with companies in all stages of life enables us to look ahead and advise on structures that can grow with your ambitions.

Corporate governance for practice

Good corporate governance is more than following rules and codes. It is about creating a structure where board, shareholders and supervisors can work together effectively. We have extensive experience in setting up and optimising governance structures that work in practice. In doing so, we take into account:

• The balance between decisive governance and adequate supervision
• The relationships between different stakeholders
• The specific dynamics of your sector
• International aspects in cross-border activities

Structuring with vision

Your company’s legal structure should not only work today, but also allow for future developments. Our broad experience with different sectors and company forms allows us to properly assess which structures are future-proof. In doing so, we look at:

• Flexibility for future growth
• Tax optimisation
• Protection of business-critical assets
• Liability limitation
• International expansion opportunities

Professional network

For specialist issues, we work closely with a network of experienced consultants. Our preferred suppliers are carefully selected for their expertise and level of service. This network includes notaries, tax specialists, accountants and other specialists who are used to solving complex issues together with us.

Daily support

In addition to major structuring issues, we also support our clients in the day-to-day legal aspects of entrepreneurship. We are a trusted sparring partner for directors and shareholders with questions on:

• Decision-making and commitment
• Shareholder rights and obligations
• Statutory amendments
• Depositary receipts for shares
• Appointment and dismissal of directors
• Powers of attorney and proxies

International expertise

For companies with international operations, we offer specific expertise in cross-border structures. Through our network of foreign law firms, we can provide structures that are effective in multiple jurisdictions. We have particular experience in:

• Dutch-German structures
• European company forms
• Internationale holdings
• Cross-border restructuring

Preventive approach

Our experience shows that many legal problems can be prevented by timely advice. We think proactively about the legal aspects of your business and identify potential bottlenecks before they become problematic. This preventive approach not only saves costs, but also ensures continuity in your business.