Domains
EU AFFAIRS
A lot of new standards are worked out each day in Brussels. Their impact determinates the company’s life.
Competition law, state aids, open invitation to tender, subsidies: important subject to take into consideration.
An early approach of the public European decision maker is the key to success.
The EUROLAW law firms help in an efficient way to position a company within the decision making process of the European Union by using national decision maker links.
Regulation and strategic surveys, European and national lobbying.
COMPETITION LAW
Effective preparation of commercial strategy and agreements optimises business performance within the competitive area of the European Union. Competition regulations should be viewed as potential commercial weapons.
The EUROLAW law firms give advice to clients on
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the impact of European legislation on corporate transactions, acquisitions and disposals, joint ventures, franchises, etc. and on |
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other areas of commercial activity related to competition law, including selective distribution and agency contracts. |
COMPANY & COMMERCIAL
Business establishment in another member state requires a thorough knowledge of company and tax legislation. The EUROLAW law firms offer the following services:
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establishing companies in the different member states of the European Union; consideration of tax implications and the provision of service agreements; advice on corporate structures and legal obligations, |
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reorganisation and reconstruction of groups and the implementation of company strategy with regard to acquisitions, mergers, disinvestments, etc. |
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
To find the right business partner is a crucial choice. EUROLAW is partner of EURO-SOFAC, a European structure of the savings banks network.
The service “first success abroad” proposed by EURO-SOFAC is a success guarantor for the development strategy of someone’s business.
Drawing up contracts that are adapted to the environment of the partnership is its condition sine qua non.
The EUROLAW law firms help to prevent the inherent difficulties of partnerships and to formalize the contractual clauses for the project’s success.
RISK MANAGEMENT
One of EUROLAW's principal areas of specialization is white collar crime and more especially in risk management of criminal matters in terms of awareness, training, aid support and assistance.
BANKING & FINANCING
Financing is a vital element in business development. It is essential to know where to find appropriate sources of finance. The EUROLAW law firms give advice on
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finance and banking matters: they act on behalf of lenders, arrangers, agents, brokers, borrowers on asset financing for properties, hotels or leisure facilities, films and receivables, |
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acquisition financing, trade financing and letters of credit as well as raising of finance in capital markets. |
TAX PLANNING
Dealing with tax law involves an element of creativity and a thorough knowledge of this complicated and fast evolving field of expertise.
The EUROLAW law firms :
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have experience in general corporate and commercial taxation, |
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give advice on appropriate structures of international groups, |
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will negotiate with tax authorities in order to secure a reduction or a withdrawal of assessments, |
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give special advice on VAT, covering VAT liability in Europe, compliance procedures and practical reviews. |
EMPLOYMENT
A key issue for the existence and the future success of any company is the management and development of human resources. Managers must understand the serious and far-reaching implications that their decisions can have in this area.
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The EUROLAW law firms give advice on all employment matters, in domestic law as well as European labour law and cross border relations |
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The EUROLAW law firms assist clients in their negotiations and procedural requirements relating to work permits and mandatory social legislation. |
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
The protection of intellectual property has always been an important part of business life. The member EUROLAW law firms offer
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the establishment of marks, trademarks, patents and industrial design by national or European registration, |
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advice on the safeguarding of clients’ interests by registration or other means in all relevant jurisdictions on franchise and licensing agreements, |
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to take the swiftest possible action against infringement of rights through litigation. |
REAL ESTATE
The European real estate market is subject to the frequent fluctuation of supply and demand. The member EUROLAW law firms advise
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on commercial matters including taxation, corporate and banking implications of acquisitions, |
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on issues relating to solvency such as the disposal and leasing of property, |
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on legal matters relating to financing, planning, construction and purchase or disposal offices, hotel and leisure complexes, industrial buildings and retail outlets, |
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on construction and site acquisition, international constructions and turn-key operations, joint-ventures, development agreements and partnerships for commercial properties. |
LITIGATION
Through lawyers experienced in handling litigation and international arbitration matters, professional advice is provided to clients. The EUROLAW law firms provides
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the ability to prosecute and defend civil, commercial and penal legal proceedings in the national courts of all European countries and in the jurisdictions of the European Union in Luxembourg. Some of the member firms have also a real experience with the European Court on human rights in Strasburg, |
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a wide range of commercial arbitration and litigation in disputes relating to corporate matters, international trade, banking and commodity transactions. |
Some of the EUROLAW member law firms have experience in debt recovery throughout Europe.
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