Corporate Law in Germany

The Book The book provides detailed insights into the German law on limited liability companies (GmbH) and stock corporations (AG). It covers listed corporations and corporate governance and tackles questions regarding taxation and accounting. The numerous overviews and tables provide concise and compact information allowing practitioners to quickly become familiar with all central elements of German corporate law. Furthermore, the English translations of the relevant German legislation allow non-German speakers access to the key legislative provisions. Advantages at a Glance - Comprehensive insights into German corporate law - English translations of key German legislation - Useful guide for day-to-day practice The New Edition The new edition takes account of the relevant changes in European and German law since the last edition (2016), such as the Shareholders' Rights Act (ARUG II), the Second Management Positions Act (FüPOG II) and the Financial Market Integrity Strengthening Act (FISG). Target Audience For German attorneys advising foreign clients on German corporate law, as well as for companies informing foreign investors on corporate law matters in Germany. The book is also ideal for foreign advisors, comparative lawyers and providers of linguistic services seeking insights into German corporate law and terminology.