What We Do
What We Do
We provide targeted legal solutions for the specific challenges of international — and particularly Sino-German — business. Here is how we can help.
Solution 1
"The most expensive legal mistake is the one you did not see coming. We help you see it — and avoid it."
Successful market entry is built on a solid legal foundation. Whether you are forming a new entity in Germany, acquiring an existing business, or establishing a strategic partnership, the decisions you make at the outset shape everything that follows. JCP Rechtsanwälte advises at every stage — from the first question of legal structure to post-transaction integration.
Establishing a legal presence in Germany involves navigating a structured but demanding formation process. The right choice of legal form — whether a GmbH (private limited company), a UG (simplified limited company), an AG (public company), a branch office, or a representative office — depends on your sector, your financing structure, your growth plans, and your risk appetite. Getting this decision right from the start avoids costly restructuring later.
For international investors, particularly those from China, the formation process also involves additional considerations: identifying a suitable local managing director (if required), opening a German business bank account, meeting the capital contribution requirements, and understanding ongoing obligations such as annual financial reporting, tax registration, and compliance with German employment law if you plan to hire locally.
JCP Rechtsanwälte manages this process in full, working in German, English, and Chinese. We coordinate with notaries, the commercial register, and other authorities on your behalf — so that your German entity is established correctly, efficiently, and without unnecessary delay.
For companies looking to grow through acquisition — or to exit through a sale — JCP Rechtsanwälte provides comprehensive legal support across the full transaction lifecycle. Our M&A practice is especially experienced in cross-border transactions between Germany and China, where differences in legal culture, transaction norms, and regulatory requirements can create friction at every stage.
For buyers, we conduct rigorous legal due diligence to identify hidden risks, potential liabilities, and structural issues before you commit. We draft and negotiate the purchase agreement — whether a share deal or an asset deal — and advise on representations, warranties, and indemnities. Where the transaction triggers German foreign investment review (administered by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs, BMWK, under the Außenwirtschaftsgesetz), we guide you through the clearance process, including pre-filing strategy and managing timelines.
For Chinese companies acquiring in Germany, we bring a specific advantage: we understand both the German regulatory framework and the expectations of Chinese investors, and we are equipped to communicate and negotiate effectively across this divide — in German, English, and Chinese.
Solution 2
"A joint venture is only as strong as its legal foundation. We build that foundation with you."
Solution 3
"A contract that holds up in a dispute is worth more than a contract that was simply signed."
Solution 4
"Not every dispute needs a courtroom. Sometimes the best solution is the one both sides can live with."
Whether you have a specific legal question or are looking for a long-term partner for your international business activities — we are here. Contact us for a first, non-binding conversation.