Foreign expansion is a natural stage of development for many companies, but it is also a process full of legal and tax complexities. Each jurisdiction brings new obligations, different regulations, and specific risks. KWKR experts help entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners plan a safe entry into foreign markets. We provide comprehensive advice – from choosing the legal form, through company registration, to ongoing legal services for cross-border operations.
Starting a business abroad is not just a formality, but a complex undertaking that requires knowledge of local realities. Our law firm offers comprehensive legal support in establishing companies in Europe and beyond. We assist in selecting the optimal jurisdiction and legal form – limited liability company, joint-stock company, branch or representative office – depending on the business needs and industry of the client.
Our advice also includes determining the ownership structure, preparing the necessary registration and statutory documents, representation in proceedings before authorities, and registering the company in tax and insurance systems. We support our clients in meeting their compliance and AML obligations and in obtaining the licenses or permits required in a given country.
KWKR also provides assistance in the preparation of cross-border commercial contracts and corporate documents, and advises on the implementation of internal policies in accordance with local commercial and tax law. We also support entrepreneurs planning to relocate their business to another EU member state or reorganize the structure of their capital group.
Our lawyers have carried out projects for companies and investors from Poland and abroad who were planning to start a business outside their country. We have practical experience in registering companies in Germany, the UK, the US, the Czech Republic, Estonia, the Netherlands, and Cyprus. We have helped clients set up both technology start-ups and branches of large manufacturing and service companies.
We work with local tax advisors and foreign law firms, which allows us to provide comprehensive and coordinated support in many jurisdictions. We have provided legal services in the relocation of personnel, obtaining visas and work permits, and advised on labor law, the liability of board members, and the protection of the assets of shareholders and investors. Our law firm has also been involved in the preparation and negotiation of investment agreements with venture capital funds and business angels, ensuring compliance with local law and the interests of Polish entrepreneurs.
Establishing a company abroad with an experienced legal partner minimizes risk and allows you to focus on your business strategy. A law firm that knows not only the regulations but also the practice of their application is an invaluable asset. With our support, entrepreneurs can operate efficiently and safely, regardless of whether they run a sole proprietorship, a start-up, or a large enterprise.
We offer advice on taxes and business costs in a given jurisdiction, help choose the form of company that meets the expectations of owners and investors, and support the implementation of an operating model tailored to market requirements. Working with us is not just a one-time company formation, but ongoing legal support – in day-to-day operations, shareholder relations, hiring employees, and executing contracts. Our goal is to protect our clients’ interests at every stage of their international business. We work with a global network of law firms on a daily basis, which further enhances the quality of legal advice we provide to companies abroad.
The choice of country and legal form for a new company should be preceded by an analysis of many factors: tax conditions, contributions and fees, reporting obligations, and capital requirements. Equally important are the local practices of registration authorities, the duration of procedures, and how regulations are interpreted by courts and tax authorities. Entrepreneurs should also know what documents will be required, what restrictions apply to foreigners in conducting business, and what the legal and tax consequences may be for the Polish parent company.
Our law firm provides reliable assistance in preparing for expansion, identifying potential risks, but also the benefits of being present on a foreign market. We also advise on tax planning, exit strategies and capital group restructuring. Thanks to our knowledge of various jurisdictions and the realities of doing business outside Poland, we are able to offer advice tailored to the needs of a specific entrepreneur. Regardless of the industry and scale of operations, we provide support based on knowledge, experience, and real international practice.
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