Foundation law

Foundation law –
Clarity for your foundation

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Legally secure foundation

We support you in setting up your foundation – whether it has legal capacity or not – and create clear, sustainable structures.

02

Foundation consulting

Foundations have special challenges. We develop simple, tailor-made solutions to ensure that your foundation operates sustainably and successfully.

03

Advisory bodies

Foundation bodies are faced with special tasks. We offer clear, practical advice so that you can fulfill your duties safely and purposefully.

Foundations are unique – and so are your challenges. We offer you clear, legally compliant advice that takes individual needs into account. Whether as a founder, governing body or authority: With many years of experience, we support you in making straightforward, practical decisions, even in complex situations. You can rely on our expertise to ensure the long-term success of your foundation.

Range of services

Individual advice for sustainable foundation solutions.

Foundations, during your lifetime or in your will

Whether you set up a foundation during your lifetime or in your will, whether it has legal capacity or is a dependent foundation – we create clear structures for your foundation and ensure its long-term success.

 

Corporate and family foundations

Through precise planning and clear structures, we secure your company and your assets for future generations by means of a company or family foundation.

 

Charitable foundations

Efficient solutions for charitable foundations – we ensure that your goals are implemented in a legally secure and sustainable manner. Your project is worth it.

 

Alternative forms of design

With creative and legally compliant concepts, we develop alternative forms of organization to implement your foundation project.

 

Representation vis-à-vis foundation supervisory authorities

We ensure smooth communication and legal clarity when representing you in dealings with foundation supervisory authorities.

Advising foundation bodies on operational business

With practical advice, we ensure that foundation bodies fulfill their operational tasks with confidence and legal certainty.

Amendments to the articles of association and purpose

Legally compliant adaptation of your foundation – we explore the options with you and provide clear solutions

Assumption of officially ordered guardianship

We take over the officially ordered trusteeship and ensure fast, legally compliant and efficient administration of the foundation in an existential crisis.

Advice on disputes within the company

Effective solutions for intra-organizational disputes – we bring clarity and ensure a future-oriented agreement.

Get to know our team in foundation law

Dr. Markus Schewe
Partner
Dr. Markus Schewe