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Taking on Investors and Sale of the Business

For a company in crisis, taking on investors or selling (part of) the business can play a key role in generating financial resources and thus stabilising the company. We can assist you in successfully navigating this complex process.

Searching for and negotiating with investors

Working closely with you, we identify suitable investors that are a good fit with your business. 
We also advise investors and provide support from developing a financing strategy through to implementing your investments, particularly in a (distressed) M&A process. We conduct negotiations in the interests of our clients and ensure that all relevant information is communicated transparently and in an easy-to-understand way. Our aim is to provide customised advice and comprehensive support to ensure a successful and sustainable investment that fully safeguards our clients’ interests and positions. 

Refinancing and working with banks

We structure the financing and reach contractual agreement on the project with the bank consortium. We also obtain the release of collateral provided by the existing shareholder and funders in order to clear the way for the investor.

Incentives for success and risk minimisation

We develop earn-out agreements to create incentives for a successful rescue. In addition, we carefully examine the risk of contested transactions and take precautions to minimise this risk. 

Strategic sale of a company

Selling the business may be an option to safeguard assets and enable sustainable restructuring to be carried out. In our role as partner, we can also provide you with expert advice during this process. 

Events

  • Germany
    24 Feb 2026

    What’s new in AML regulation in Germany and Europe

  • Germany
    03 Mar 2026

    IP Insights webinar series 2026

  • Germany
    19 Mar 2026

    CMS Nordic Health Summit

  • Germany
    23 Mar 2026

    CMS at PTMG Spring 2026

  • Germany
    21 Apr 2026

    On the Pulse webinar series 2026 - Spring

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