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Corporate Law

Expert guidance for businesses operating across borders

Company Formation & Structuring

We assist with establishing new entities across Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, and France, ensuring optimal structure for tax efficiency and operational flexibility. Our expertise includes choosing the right legal form, drafting articles of association, and navigating local registration requirements.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Our M&A team guides clients through complex cross-border transactions, from initial due diligence to post-merger integration. We handle negotiations, regulatory compliance, and documentation across multiple jurisdictions.

  • Due diligence and risk assessment
  • Transaction structuring and negotiation
  • Share and asset purchase agreements
  • Regulatory approvals and competition law
  • Post-acquisition integration support

Why Choose Us for Corporate Matters?

Our team combines deep local knowledge with international perspective, ensuring seamless transactions across all four jurisdictions we serve. We understand the nuances of each legal system and can navigate complex multi-country corporate structures.

Corporate Governance

We provide ongoing corporate governance advice to ensure compliance with local regulations and best practices, including board meetings, shareholder agreements, and corporate compliance programs.

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International Trade

Navigate global commerce with confidence

Trade Agreements & Contracts

We draft and negotiate international sales contracts, distribution agreements, and agency arrangements that protect your interests while facilitating smooth cross-border commerce. Our expertise covers INCOTERMS, payment terms, and dispute resolution mechanisms.

Customs & Regulatory Compliance

Post-Brexit and evolving EU regulations have created new complexities for businesses trading between Ireland, the UK, and continental Europe. We provide clear guidance on customs procedures, import/export licenses, and regulatory compliance.

  • Customs classification and valuation
  • Import/export licensing requirements
  • Trade remedies and sanctions compliance
  • Origin determination and preferential trade agreements
  • EU and national trade regulations

Supply Chain Structuring

Optimize your supply chain for efficiency and compliance across our service regions. We help structure operations to minimize costs while ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Cross-Border Trade Expertise

With offices and partnerships across four countries, we provide real-time insights into changing trade regulations and can quickly adapt your contracts and compliance programs to new requirements.

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Employment Law

Protect your business and your workforce

Employment Contracts & Policies

We draft comprehensive employment agreements and workplace policies that comply with local labor laws while reflecting your company culture. Our services include executive contracts, employee handbooks, and workplace policies.

International Assignments

Managing employees across borders requires careful attention to multiple legal frameworks. We structure international assignments to ensure compliance with immigration, tax, and employment laws in each jurisdiction.

  • Expatriate employment agreements
  • Posted worker compliance (EU Directive)
  • Immigration and work permit assistance
  • Social security coordination
  • Repatriation and termination issues

Workplace Disputes & Investigations

We represent employers in employment tribunal proceedings, workplace investigations, and settlement negotiations. Our approach focuses on early resolution while protecting your business interests.

Multi-Jurisdiction Employment Support

Each country has distinct employment law requirements. We ensure your policies and practices comply with local regulations while maintaining consistency across your international operations.

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Tax Advisory

Strategic tax planning across jurisdictions

Cross-Border Tax Planning

Optimize your tax position while ensuring full compliance across multiple jurisdictions. We structure transactions and corporate arrangements to minimize tax exposure legally and ethically.

Transfer Pricing

Navigate complex transfer pricing regulations with confidence. We help establish arm's length pricing for intercompany transactions and prepare documentation to support your transfer pricing policies.

  • Transfer pricing studies and documentation
  • Advance pricing agreements (APAs)
  • Intercompany agreement structuring
  • OECD BEPS compliance
  • Tax authority negotiations

VAT & Indirect Taxes

EU VAT rules are complex and constantly evolving. We provide practical guidance on VAT registration, compliance, and planning for businesses operating across EU member states.

Tax Efficiency with Compliance

Our tax advisory services are grounded in detailed knowledge of local tax regulations and international tax treaties. We help you achieve tax efficiency without crossing into aggressive tax planning.

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Real Estate

Full-service property law expertise

Property Transactions

We handle all aspects of commercial and residential property purchases, sales, and leasing across our four service countries. From due diligence to completion, we ensure smooth transactions and protect your interests.

Development Projects

Our real estate team advises on development projects from planning permission through construction and sales. We coordinate with local authorities, negotiate construction contracts, and handle financing arrangements.

  • Planning and zoning applications
  • Development agreements
  • Construction contracts (FIDIC, local forms)
  • Development financing
  • Sales and off-plan agreements

Commercial Leasing

We draft and negotiate commercial lease agreements that balance landlord and tenant interests. Our expertise includes retail, office, industrial, and mixed-use properties.

International Real Estate Knowledge

Real estate law varies significantly between jurisdictions. We understand local market practices, notarial requirements, and registration procedures in each country we serve.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Experienced advocates for complex disputes

Commercial Litigation

We represent clients in commercial disputes across all court levels in Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, and France. Our litigation team has extensive experience in contract disputes, shareholder conflicts, and business torts.

International Arbitration

For clients seeking alternatives to court proceedings, we provide expert representation in international arbitration under ICC, LCIA, and other institutional rules, as well as ad hoc arbitration.

  • Arbitration clause drafting and negotiation
  • Arbitrator selection and challenges
  • Case preparation and advocacy
  • Enforcement of arbitral awards
  • Investment treaty arbitration

Mediation & Settlement

We actively pursue early resolution through mediation and negotiated settlements where appropriate, saving clients time and legal costs while achieving favorable outcomes.

Cross-Border Dispute Expertise

International disputes require sophisticated strategy. We coordinate multi-jurisdictional proceedings, enforce judgments across borders, and navigate conflicts of law with skill and efficiency.

Enforcement Proceedings

Winning a judgment is only the first step. We have extensive experience enforcing judgments and arbitral awards across European jurisdictions under the Brussels regime and other international conventions.

Ready to Discuss Your Legal Needs?

Contact us today to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced attorneys. We're here to provide the expert guidance you need.

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