Due to globalization and technological change, companies nowadays need to act flexibly and adapt easily. In addition, financial, economical, fiscal and regulatory conditions are constantly changing or increasing in complexity. For example, a spinoff can provide more freedom to act and an M&A deal can lead to rapid growth. In such a dynamic environment, it helps to be accompanied by a qualified partner with comprehensive knowledge. Our lawyers advise on all aspects of corporate and commercial law. We support SMEs, multinational corporations and institutional investors on all issues of national and international corporate law as well as on domestic and cross-border transactions.

Our corporate key service areas in Germany

Our teams are at your disposal to help you achieve your business goals—from strategic planning through to due diligence, integration and implementation after closing.

Our lawyers are active globally. As such they can apply this insight and work by your side in developing integrated solutions for any issues of corporate law relevant for your company.

We support you with:

• M&A

  Mergers and acquisitions are extremely complex transactions carried out in an environment that is mostly influenced by volatility, regulatory insecurities and limited financial resources. Our lawyers advise clients around the globe on all legal problems possibly arising throughout an M&A transaction. You need a partner on whom you can rely, one who understands your needs and combines legal processes with creative approaches leading to the swift and successful closing of your transaction. Both sellers and buyers benefit from our globally positioned teams.

• Corporate law

  Our German Corporate team comprehensively advises you on transformations such as mergers and demergers as well as on all company changes, no matter whether they involve the law for limited liability companies (GmbH), civil law partnerships under German law or stock corporation and stock exchange law. Listed companies as well as renowned SMEs count among our clients.

• Joint ventures

  A joint venture is a perfect opportunity to successfully collaborate on large projects, enter new markets and to gather valuable skills. Our team can advise you on all aspects of joint ventures, ranging from tax efficiency and financing through to governance and operation to transfers and exits, such as sales or IPOs.

• Private equity

  Venture capital and private equity play a vital role in the promotion of innovative companies. No matter whether you deal with buyout funds, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs or institutional investors, it is crucial to establish an immediate and reliable relationship with experienced advisors, representing diverse disciplines, who can successfully accompany you in all legal phases of your transaction.

• Venture capital

  Our extensive interconnection with venture capitalists around the world helps find startups financing and provides comprehensive legal and tax advice for private equity funds.

In addition to our services rendered in complex M&A transactions, we are experienced in the areas of banking and finance, energy and healthcare as well as media, IT and real estate. We are familiar with your industry and your market. We combine transaction know-how and longstanding experience when advising global, national and growth companies. Due to our global reach, we are located wherever you need us to be, whenever you need us.

Recognition

Dentons lawyers across Europe and Central Asia recognized in the newest IFLR1000 rankings

October 13, 2020

We are pleased to announce that the 2021 edition of IFLR1000, the guide to the world's leading financial and corporate law firms and lawyers researching over 120 jurisdictions worldwide, has recognized 122 Dentons lawyers across Europe and Central Asia. 

Judith Aron appointed Secretary of the Women's White Collar Defense Association in Germany

September 18, 2019

Dentons partner Judith Aron, Co-head of the Europe Compliance Group, has been appointed Secretary of the German Chapter of the Women’s White Collar Defense Association (WWCDA). She is also a founding member of the German Chapter, which launched on September 12, 2019.

Dentons’ M&A team rises in the H1 2017 European league tables

August 3, 2017

Global law firm Dentons has seen a sharp increase in M&A work over the last six months, achieving a marked rise in the H1 2017 M&A League Tables throughout Europe.

Insights

How to set up an Indian “GmbH”—Key Facts

May 21, 2025

Germany: India has experienced rapid economic growth in recent years, and there is no end in sight. For example in the next four years, India’s economy is expected to be larger than that of Germany or Japan. Investments of US$134 billion are planned in the current financial year alone.

AI trends for 2025: M&A and investments

January 10, 2025

Global: The surge in AI adoption has significantly influenced corporate strategies, including in the realm of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). The growing M&A activity is focused on companies acquiring related technology and technical talent to rapidly prepare for the disruption that AI is creating. Companies are increasingly leveraging M&A to enhance their AI capabilities, aiming to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

When your M&A target uses AI: How copyright and liability law can expose your deal to risk

September 16, 2024

Germany: In recent years, the field of artificial intelligence (AI) has undergone significant advancements capturing the attention of businesses across all industries. This surge in interest and use of AI has prompted lawmakers to introduce stringent regulation culminating in this month’s entry into force of the EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act).

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons advises 1&1 on voluntary public acquisition offer in the form of a partial offer by United Internet

June 23, 2025

Global law firm Dentons is advising the Management Board and Supervisory Board of 1&1 AG in connection with a voluntary public acquisition offer in the form of a partial offer by United Internet AG with a volume of up to approximately € 300 million.

Dentons advises Aukera Energy on the acquisition of a 130 MWp solar portfolio in Lower Saxony

June 12, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised Aukera Energy on the acquisition of a 130 MWp solar portfolio in Lower Saxony.

Dentons advises FinanzRitter on Series A financing round

June 10, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised FinanzRitter GmbH on a Series A financing round led by Family Office Skybrain GmbH, along with Axel Springer Plug and Play Accelerator as well as other new and existing investors.

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