M&A Litigation

M&A litigation refers to legal disputes that arise after M&A transactions (mergers & acquisitions). This type of litigation requires in-depth forensic preparation before an arbitral tribunal or court. This goes beyond the negotiation phase and requires a deeper understanding of dogmatic issues and case law.

Key issues in M&A litigation

Some of the central issues of M&A civil law that arise in M&A litigation have not yet been resolved. These include so-called "hard" and "soft" balance sheet guarantees, duties of disclosure, attribution of conduct, attribution of knowledge or knowledge organisation liability, Section 442 BGB, the calculation of "negative interest" and "positive interest" as well as the interface between damages law and company valuation.

M&A Litigation in practice

Our litigation practice focuses on shareholder disputes and disputes in connection with company acquisitions. Conflicts can arise both in dynamic start-ups and in traditional companies.

Conclusion

M&A litigation is a complex and often challenging area of law that requires a thorough knowledge of M&A transactions and the legal issues involved. It is an important aspect of the M&A process and can have a significant impact on the success or failure of a transaction.