How to choose a Liquidation Service for International Businesses in Germany

International groups often face the need to wind down German subsidiaries, Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), or acquisition entities that are no longer required. At Klendon, we provide English-speaking, end-to-end support for corporate lawyers and their clients, ensuring compliant and efficient liquidation under German law.

Refer your client to Klendon for reliable subsidiary and SPV liquidation in Germany.

SPVs and acquisition companies are widely used for transactions, financings, and cross-border investments. Yet once their purpose is fulfilled, keeping these vehicles active only increases compliance costs, audit obligations, and risk exposure. Dissolving them promptly ensures corporate efficiency and prevents unnecessary overhead.

For lawyers advising multinational clients, SPV liquidation is a recurring need. The process must comply with German legal standards while aligning with group-level restructuring goals.

Contact Klendon for expert support in winding down SPVs and obsolete acquisition vehicles in Germany.

German law requires a formal shareholder resolution, notarization, and filing with the Commercial Register (Handelsregister). A statutory “blocking year” of 12 months (“Sperrjahr” ) follows, during which creditors may raise claims. Only after this period can remaining assets be distributed as liquidation proceeds (often treated differently from dividends for tax purposes).

This framework applies equally to operational subsidiaries, dormant entities, and SPVs. Corporate lawyers must ensure contract terminations, tax clearances, and shareholder distributions are properly documented.

👉 Refer clients to Klendon to ensure every legal requirement for dissolution is handled correctly.

Liquidation requires careful termination of supplier agreements, leases, service contracts, and employment relationships. Overlooking even one obligation can lead to liabilities that outlast the company itself.

Final tax filings, VAT deregistrations, and payroll settlements are mandatory before a company can be struck off. SPVs often have dormant accounts, but clear filings are still required.

Once liabilities are cleared, remaining assets are distributed to shareholders. International groups often need coordinated advice to handle withholding tax and cross-border reporting.

👉 Klendon provides coordinated end-to-end liquidation services, minimizing risk and ensuring compliance for your clients.

  • English-speaking legal team familiar with cross-border corporate structures
  • Specialized focus on SPVs, holding companies, and acquisition vehicles
  • Alignment with group-level restructuring in Europe and the US
  • Close collaboration with your corporate lawyers advising multinational clients

Let Klendon be your trusted partner when advising on German subsidiary liquidation.

  • Standard duration: ≈14–18 months (due to statutory blocking year  of 12 months – “Sperrjahr”)
  • Key drivers of cost: notarization, court filing fees, accounting, contract termination, and legal advisory
  • Efficiency gains: dormant SPVs and inactive vehicles often face reduced complexity, enabling faster preparation and lower advisory fees

Contact Klendon for a transparent cost estimate tailored to your client’s situation.

  • Proven track record in dissolving German subsidiaries for global groups
  • Practical experience with complex structures, including multi-tier SPVs
  • Trusted by corporate lawyers in Europe and the US for referrals
  • Comprehensive support — from first resolution to final deregistration

Refer your clients to Klendon for reliable, compliant, and efficient liquidation of German subsidiaries and SPVs.

Q: What is the process to dissolve a German SPV?
A: Dissolving an SPV follows the same procedure as a GmbH: shareholder resolution, notarization, Handelsregister filing, a one-year creditor protection period, and final asset distribution. Specialized guidance ensures compliance and efficiency.

Q: Can a dormant SPV be liquidated faster?
A: Even dormant companies must undergo the statutory blocking year. However, dormant SPVs typically have fewer contracts and liabilities, which reduces preparation time and advisory costs.

Q: What are the tax implications of liquidation proceeds?
A: Liquidation proceeds are not treated as ordinary dividends under German law. For international shareholders, tax treatment depends on treaty rules and group-level structuring.

Q: Why should lawyers refer clients to Klendon?
A: Klendon specializes in international liquidation cases, offering English-language service, deep knowledge of SPVs, and reliable coordination with cross-border counsel. This reduces risk and protects client interests.

Contact Klendon today — the trusted referral partner for lawyers advising international businesses on subsidiary liquidation in Germany.

Klendon — Your Partner for Subsidiary, SPV, and Acquisition Vehicle Liquidation in Germany

Lawyers across Europe and the US rely on Klendon to deliver compliant, efficient liquidation services for their clients’ German entities. Whether it’s an SPV, an acquisition vehicle, or a subsidiary that no longer serves its purpose, Klendon ensures a smooth exit.

Refer your client today — Klendon is ready to assist.

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