Corporate Law

Corporate law is one of Svensson Nøklebys' core areas and a fundamental field within business law. It includes, among other things, rules related to the establishment, organization, modification, and dissolution of companies, as well as rules related to the company's financial conditions and operations.

The lawyers in our corporate law group are legal advisors and valuable discussion partners for both private and public enterprises. They have solid commercial insight and industry knowledge and can assist companies in all phases, from the choice of corporate form, establishment, and structuring, to daily operations and any reorganizations, and with liquidations.

Our lawyers provide guidance and advice on, among other things, board work and management, issues related to company capital, share transfers, and distributions, issues related to the relationship between different corporate bodies, issues between the company and its shareholders, and issues between shareholders.

Our services include:

Company Formation
- We assist with the choice of corporate form, the preparation of founding documents, and registration in the Business Register.
Purchase and sale of companies/businesses
- We assist with preparations, due diligence, negotiations, and drafting of necessary agreements, as well as execution, settlement, and implementation in the purchase and sale of companies/businesses.
Shareholder agreements
- We negotiate and draft shareholder agreements to regulate the relationship between shareholders and protect the company's interests.
Corporate structure – conversion/mergers/demergers
- We provide advice on corporate structure to ensure efficient operations and tax optimization, and assist with reorganizations such as conversions, mergers, and demergers.
Changes in company capital, distributions
- We provide advice and guidance on the company's capital matters, including when there is a need for raising capital and questions regarding the distribution of aasets to the owners.
Dispute resolution
- We represent companies in disputes, both in and out of court, to protect their rights and interests.
General meetings and board meetings
- We offer legal advice and support for the organization and execution of general meetings and board meetings.
Board work
- We provide advice on the work and responsibilities of the board. For many, board work is an unfamiliar field, but as a board member, you must understand and be aware of the frameworks that define the role and responsibilities.Especially in challenging times, it is crucial for the board to be mindful of its duty to monitor the business and take action. Our lawyers regularly take on board positions for various companies.