Diligence creates trust
Due diligence is the assessment of risks prior to company purchases and sales. It is an essential basis for a successful transaction and serves to gain a sufficient understanding of the economic situation of a potential target company. Significant insights into this can only be gained by taking a careful look at the annual financial statements, accounting, contracts and tax documents.
The individual consideration of the specific circumstances of a target company is a decisive factor for the success of a transaction. For this reason, SHWP work closely with their clients to develop tailored assessments. By focusing on key risk aspects, the time and cost of due diligence can be significantly reduced. It is often possible to start with a so-called "red flag due diligence", which provides early indications of potential obstacles.
SHWP offer due diligence support in the following areas:
- financial due diligence
- tax due diligence
- legal due diligence
Furthermore, based on the results of the due diligence, an indicative company value can be determined for the target company.
As an interdisciplinary team, SHWP offer a flexible and needs-based service as a one-stop shop. Close liaison within the law firm ensures the precise coordination of the individual departments with each other and thus a coherent overall opinion. Under the guidance of a partner specializing in auditing and taxation, SHWP examine the company's financial position, assess any risks arising from corporate contracts, derive judgments on tax obligations and make valid assessments of possible risk factors. SHWP cater for international clients in English.