In family-owned companies, the transition in management from one generation to the next is a very personal matter for each family. At the same time it is one of the main strategic challenges that the company must face. At heart, the issue involves structuring the legal succession which governs both the transition in management and also the transfer of private wealth. For those involved, this means a complex process that can be broken down into a number of phases. In addition to legal, tax, financial and commercial factors, family and personal issues must also be considered.
The mid- to long-term succession of your company to one or more heirs must not necessarily be viewed as an unpleasant task. Rather, it is a chance to actively plan ahead and secure your life’s work and the strategic alignment of your company for a successful future. However, this requires a far-sighted and professional partner at your side. We at Ebner Stolz Mönning Bachem will ensure you receive comprehensive consulting at the highest level in all the relevant aspects of such a succession from our team of experienced specialists – professionals who share your sense of entrepreneurship. From the first discussions to the final conclusion of the succession, the same partner from Ebner Stolz Mönning Bachem will accompany you.
Analysis of the status quo
When analyzing the current situation, we will review the consequences of the
pending succession in terms of estate law and income tax consequences. Aspects
of company law and estate law as well as...
Succession planning
In each succession, the peculiarities of the individual case need to be
considered. There is no standard, one-size-fits-all solution. Our team develops
individual concepts that range from the last...
Implementation of the succession concept
Succession models will only lead to the desired success if they are
implemented as planned. We would be happy to stand at your side by drawing up
the required contractual drafts, accompanying...
Disposal of the company
It is not always possible, or even sensible, to keep the company within the
family. In such cases it is worth considering a management buy-out or buy-in to
pass the company over to management from...
Facilitation
Experience has shown that the change to a new generation of leaders is often
affected by emotions that frequently lead to friction. In such conflict
situations our consultants can facilitate the...
Execution of an estate
Passing private wealth and a company to heirs who have not yet come of age or
to a number of different heirs is generally governed by execution of the last
will and testatment. Our holistic...
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