Many legal forms require shareholders’ meetings at least once a year, particularly to approve the annual financial statements. Important corporate decisions may also require shareholder approval. Our lawyers specializing in corporate law can advise you on properly preparing for, convening, conducting, and recording shareholders’ meetings.

Depending on the company’s legal form and size, different deadlines and requirements apply to the necessary disclosure content. In some cases, disclosure requirements stipulate that not all content from annual financial statements must be published. In France, small companies can apply for “confidentiality” (confidentialité) for their annual financial statements filed with the registry court. Our lawyers specializing in corporate law will advise and assist you with disclosures in accordance with the law.

Companies are required to maintain accurate accounting records. They must also retain relevant documents for certain periods of time. These requirements are based on applicable tax and commercial laws. Our lawyers specializing in corporate law will coordinate these requirements with your tax advisors.

Companies entered in the commercial register must generally report relevant changes promptly. This may particularly be the case for changes in powers of representation, changes in the registered office or business address, and changes in the shareholder structure. Amendments to the articles of association, capital increases, and capital reductions are also generally subject to registration. Our lawyers specializing in corporate law ensure that all entries are made properly and within the prescribed time limits.

Through internal compliance structures and regular consultation with our law firm, risks can be identified at an early stage. Our lawyers specializing in corporate law will develop a customized long-term compliance plan for your company and keep you informed about new legal developments.