Disputes in Family Businesses
Disputes between the shareholders of family-controlled businesses occur frequently and are often caused by divergent personal and family interests or by different opinions regarding business decisions. Such disputes might not only strain the relationships between the shareholders but, since family members often manage the businesses, the disputes on a personal level might interfere with important business decisions. We have extensive experience in handling such conflicts and advising shareholders of family-controlled businesses on establishing suitable dispute resolution mechanisms ahead of conflicts as well as in conflict situations, including implementing alternative forms of dispute resolution like mediation. We advise and represent family members or their businesses in out-of-court disputes as well as in court proceedings.