Investments, venture capital
Equity investments and venture capital investments are key instruments for the financing, growth and strategic development of companies. They require careful legal structuring in order to strike a balance between the interests of all parties involved and to ensure long-term legal certainty.
We provide comprehensive advice to both companies and investors on the structuring, implementation and management of equity investments and venture capital transactions. In doing so, we combine in-depth expertise in company law with a thorough understanding of business objectives and the typical requirements of investors in the market.
Our advisory services include, in particular, the drafting and negotiation of investment agreements, providing legal support for funding rounds, and coordinating corporate law and contractual provisions. We support our clients from the initial structural considerations right through to the legally sound implementation of the investment – regardless of whether they are on the company’s or the investor’s side.
Among other things, we offer advice on:
- the structuring of equity investments and investment models, ranging from equity injections and convertible loans to silent partnerships and sub-investments
- the drafting and review of investment and shareholders’ agreements
- Special rights for investors (e.g. preferential treatment regarding proceeds, anti-dilution protection, etc.)
- the drafting of provisions on participation rights, oversight rights and exit scenarios
- Design of call options and put options
- the preparation and coordination of capital measures and funding rounds
Our consultancy services are strategic, solution-oriented and practical. The aim is to create sound ownership structures that facilitate business development whilst ensuring legal clarity for all parties involved.