A clear and precise overview of the key aspects of German business law. Written by attorneys involved in the daily practice of business law in Germany, this book is aimed at people who wish to familiarise themselves quickly with the German legal system and the manner in which it influences business purchases, establishment, operations and liquidations. Throughout, special attention has been paid to highlighting and explaining the differences between the German legal system and that of the United States, although the intention is to provide information that will prove valuable to all foreigners, particularly business people and lawyers advising clients with an interest in doing business in Germany.

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Introduction: Overview of the German Legal System and its Role in Light of Germany`s Membership in the European Community.- The Investment Climate in the Federal Republic of Germany.- How to Establish or Acquire a Business in Germany: B. Tremml, B. Buecker: Recognized Forms of Business Organizations.- B. Tremml: The Acquisition of Closely Held Companies.- B. Tremml: Valuation of Business Enterprises.- Specialized Laws Impacting the Formation, Acquisition and Operation of a Business in Germany: J. Knapp: Taxes Applicable to Business Enterprises and Their Distributed Profits ...- M. Abrell: Aspects of German Labor Law.- M. Wendler: Residence and Work Permits.- M. Bihler: Distribution Agreements.- M. Karger: Computer Law.- C. Wolf: Notaries in Germany.- C. Wolf: Real-estate Property Law in Germany.- R. Nacke: The Law of Bankruptcy and Security Interests.- B. Tremml: Institutions of the European Community.- B. Tremml: The Euro: Its Influence on International Private-Law Contracts.- B. Tremml, A. Meisterernst: Antitrust Law in the European Community.- B. Tremml, A. Meisterernst: Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts in the European Community.- A. Hagen Meyer: Marketing of Imported Food Products in Germany.- E. Popp: Trademark Protection in Germany and Europe.