{"id":3367,"date":"2025-12-18T13:46:40","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T12:46:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/rechtsgebiete\/inheritance-law-attorney-your-law-firm-for-compulsory-shares-wills-and-more\/successfully-bequeathing-businesses-digital-assets\/"},"modified":"2026-05-14T08:46:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T06:46:29","slug":"successfully-bequeathing-businesses-digital-assets","status":"publish","type":"verbraucherthemen","link":"https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/en\/rechtsgebiete\/inheritance-law-attorney-your-law-firm-for-compulsory-shares-wills-and-more\/successfully-bequeathing-businesses-digital-assets\/","title":{"rendered":"Successfully bequeathing businesses &#038; digital assets"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Business Succession Made Easy With Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inheriting a business is one of the most demanding tasks in wealth and estate planning. Entrepreneurs bear\n    responsibility not only for their personal assets, but also for their employees, business partners, and the\n    long-term survival of their company. Those wishing to bequeath their business face complex <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">legal<\/strong>, <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">tax,<\/strong> and <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">organizational questions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Furthermore, digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, wallets, and blockchain-based investments are becoming\n    increasingly important. Without clear regulations, significant risks arise, ranging from tax disadvantages to the\n    <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">complete loss of these assets<\/strong>. Early and professional planning is\n    therefore essential for the successful transfer of one&#8217;s business and digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"797\" src=\"https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/erbrecht-unternehmer-img-1-1.webp\" alt=\"An empty office chair sits at a table. 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class=\"paket-card__head-content\">\n        <h3 class=\"paket-card__heading\">Business Inheritance Law Basic<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"paket-card__target\">\n          For Founders, Coaches, Online Businesses, Freelancers\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"paket-card__body\">\n    <div class=\"paket-card__features-title\">Unser Angebot f\u00fcr Sie:<\/div>\n    <ul class=\"paket-card__features-list\">\n            <li class=\"paket-card__feature\">\n        <svg class=\"paket-card__check-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 256\"><rect width=\"256\" height=\"256\" fill=\"none\"\/><polyline points=\"88 136 112 160 168 104\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"16\"\/><circle cx=\"128\" cy=\"128\" r=\"96\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\n        <span 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<\/ul>\n   <a class=\"brxe-button cr-btn bricks-button\" href=\"#kontakt\">Beratung sichern<svg class=\"\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"15\" viewBox=\"0 0 13 15\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M-0.000117302 7.03994V8.15994C-0.000117302 8.46911 0.0946741 8.73307 0.284258 8.95182C0.473842 9.17057 0.7203 9.27994 1.02363 9.27994H7.18363L4.61988 11.8524C4.39822 12.0624 4.28738 12.3249 4.28738 12.6399C4.28738 12.9549 4.39822 13.2174 4.61988 13.4274L5.27613 14.0924C5.49197 14.3083 5.75447 14.4162 6.06363 14.4162C6.36697 14.4162 6.63238 14.3083 6.85988 14.0924L12.5561 8.38744C12.772 8.17161 12.8799 7.90911 12.8799 7.59994C12.8799 7.29661 12.772 7.03119 12.5561 6.80369L6.85988 1.11619C6.63822 0.894525 6.3728 0.783691 6.06363 0.783691C5.7603 0.783691 5.4978 0.894525 5.27613 1.11619L4.61988 1.76369C4.39822 1.98536 4.28738 2.25077 4.28738 2.55994C4.28738 2.86911 4.39822 3.13452 4.61988 3.35619L7.18363 5.91994H1.02363C0.7203 5.91994 0.473842 6.02932 0.284258 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Without clear arrangements, the\n    statutory rules of inheritance apply upon death, which rarely reflect the actual business aspirations. This can lead\n    to the company&#8217;s inability to operate, disputes among heirs, or financial losses. Early succession planning\n    therefore creates clear structures, ensures legal certainty, and minimizes tax burdens.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-quote--><div class=\"quote\">\n  <div class=\"quote__wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"quote__media\">\n                      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/cr-anwalt-istvan-cocron-img.webp\" alt=\"Portrait Istvan Cocron\">\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"quote__content\">\n              <div class=\"quote__author-name\">Istvan Cocron: Lawyer Specializing in Inheritance Law<\/div>\n            \n              <div class=\"quote__text\">&#8220;Successful business succession is achieved through experience, clear processes, and close collaboration. My aim is to implement succession arrangements in a legally sound, understandable, and tailored manner, ensuring that businesses and assets remain protected in the long term.&#8221;<\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Types of Businesses Can Be Inherited?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The legal framework differs considerably depending on the type of company. Therefore, a precisely tailored structure\n    is essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sole Proprietorship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a sole proprietorship, the business owner is legally inseparable from the business. If the owner dies, the\n    business generally passes to their heirs. Without clear provisions, this can lead to uncertainties regarding\n    existing contracts, bank accounts, or business relationships. A carefully drafted business will can specify who will\n    continue the business and how the transition will take place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">GmbH (Limited Liability Company)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a limited liability company (GmbH), it is not the company itself that is inherited, but rather the company shares.\n    The content of the articles of association is crucial. Succession clauses, consent requirements, and severance\n    payment arrangements significantly influence whether and how heirs become shareholders. Anyone wishing to bequeath a\n    GmbH should ensure that their will and articles of association are aligned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Partnerships (KG, OHG)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Succession planning is particularly sensitive in partnerships. Often, continuation or succession clauses govern\n    whether the partnership continues with the heirs or whether they withdraw and receive a settlement. Missing or\n    unclear provisions frequently lead to conflicts between partners and heirs. A legally sound structure therefore\n    protects all parties involved.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Successor Available \u2013 Do I Still Need to Plan My Business Inheritance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if there is no family or internal successor, entrepreneurs should by no means leave the inheritance of their\n    company to chance.<\/p>\n\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-info-box--><div class=\"cr-info-box\">\n    <div class=\"cr-info-box__content\">\n        <p>Especially in cases where no successor is available, a clear arrangement is crucial. Without testamentary provisions, the statutory rules of inheritance apply, which often do not suit the company structure or the economic needs of the business. This can lead to uncertainty, inability to act, or even the unplanned dissolution of the company.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"cr-info-box__icon\">\n        <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"197\" height=\"197\" viewbox=\"0 0 197 197\" fill=\"none\">\n          <path d=\"M98.5 0C44.1002 0 0 44.1002 0 98.5C0 152.9 44.1002 197 98.5 197C152.9 197 197 152.902 197 98.5C197 44.0979 152.9 0 98.5 0ZM98.0087 153.584C98.0087 153.584 93.4383 156.622 90.3141 156.608C90.0359 156.736 89.8714 156.81 89.8714 156.81L89.8783 156.608C89.2225 156.578 88.5619 156.485 87.8968 156.318L86.9094 156.075C81.4537 154.721 78.5659 149.312 79.9241 143.859L87.519 113.24L90.9468 99.4108C94.1359 86.5711 80.8349 102.141 78.107 96.2264C76.3062 92.3165 88.453 84.112 97.3273 77.9262C97.3273 77.9262 101.893 74.8924 105.02 74.904C105.3 74.7742 105.465 74.7024 105.465 74.7024L105.453 74.904C106.113 74.9342 106.774 75.0269 107.439 75.1914L108.426 75.4371C113.882 76.7906 117.206 82.3089 115.852 87.7623L108.26 118.383L104.825 132.212C101.64 145.052 114.721 129.422 117.447 135.344C119.248 139.249 106.881 147.398 98.0087 153.584ZM117.259 57.8786C115.363 65.5152 107.636 70.1714 100.002 68.2756C92.3629 66.3797 87.7067 58.655 89.6025 51.016C91.4984 43.3771 99.2254 38.7232 106.86 40.6191C114.499 42.5126 119.153 50.2396 117.259 57.8786Z\" fill=\"#E6C9C2\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there is no direct successor, various options still exist. For example, the company could be transferred to\n    long-term employees, a management team, or a foundation. It is also possible to stipulate that the company be sold\n    by an executor upon inheritance, in order to secure its value and ensure an orderly transfer. However, this requires\n    <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">clear, legally sound provisions in the will<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inheriting Digital Assets \u2013 An Often Underestimated Factor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Digital assets have long become an integral part of both business and personal wealth. However, they are often\n    overlooked in succession planning. Those wishing to bequeath digital assets face special challenges, as these values\n    do not physically exist and usually cannot be found through traditional estate inventories. Without clear\n    regulations, there is a significant risk that heirs will not gain access and assets will be <strong\n        class=\"cr-text-highlight\">permanently lost<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/erbrecht-unternehmer-img-2-1.webp\"\n        alt=\"Close-up of several golden coins, each bearing the symbol of various cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin\"\n        class=\"wp-image-3242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/erbrecht-unternehmer-img-2-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/erbrecht-unternehmer-img-2-1-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/erbrecht-unternehmer-img-2-1-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/erbrecht-unternehmer-img-2-1-768x384.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a business context, digital assets can play a central role. They are often closely linked to business models,\n    investment strategies, or long-term wealth protection. Unlike bank balances or real estate, however, there is no\n    central authority that automatically grants access in the event of inheritance. What matters is solely whether the\n    necessary information is available and accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typical digital assets that should be considered in succession planning include:<\/p>\n\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list-group--><ul class=\"cr-list cr-list--arrow-icon\">\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list--><li class=\"cr-list__item\">Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or Ethereum<\/li>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list--><li class=\"cr-list__item\">Wallets with private keys or seed phrases<\/li>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list--><li class=\"cr-list__item\">Blockchain-based investments and tokens<\/li>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list--><li class=\"cr-list__item\">Digital participations and tokenized assets<\/li>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list--><li class=\"cr-list__item\">Online access to trading platforms and exchanges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wallets, Token Assets, Crypto Investments \u2013 Consider Digital Assets in Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crypto investments are managed exclusively through wallets, access to which is tied to cryptographic keys. If these\n    are lost or not properly documented, access is <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">impossible<\/strong> even for\n    legitimate heirs. A legally sound structure therefore requires clear instructions on how and where access rights are\n    stored, without creating security risks.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-quote--><div class=\"quote\">\n  <div class=\"quote__wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"quote__media\">\n                      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ra-cocron.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/cr-anwalt-istvan-cocron-img.webp\" alt=\"Portrait Istvan Cocron\">\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"quote__content\">\n              <div class=\"quote__author-name\">Istvan Cocron: Lawyer Specializing in Inheritance Law<\/div>\n            \n              <div class=\"quote__text\">&#8220;Digital assets are significantly more complex legally and technically than traditional assets. I support entrepreneurs in detail with structuring, so that access rights are secured and no values are lost due to missing regulations.&#8221;<\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An Overview of Our Services in Inheritance Law for Entrepreneurs<\/h2>\n\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion-group--><div class=\"accordion\">\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Entrepreneur&#8217;s Will<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An entrepreneur&#8217;s will is the central instrument for bequeathing a business in a targeted and legally secure manner.\n    It differs significantly from a standard will, as it takes into account the special requirements of business assets.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entrepreneurs must determine who receives the company or company shares, who will continue to run it, and how other\n    heirs will be compensated. Without an entrepreneur&#8217;s will, there is a risk of inability to act, dissolution, or\n    family conflicts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The entrepreneur&#8217;s will ensures clear responsibilities, protects the company&#8217;s value, and ensures that succession\n    reflects the entrepreneur&#8217;s wishes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Powers of Attorney<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Powers of attorney are essential for entrepreneurs, as they cover not only death but also illness or sudden\n    incapacity to act. Without a valid power of attorney, no one can act legally on behalf of the company, leading to\n    standstill and financial damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the context of business succession, powers of attorney secure the transition until the final inheritance\n    arrangement. They enable ongoing business to continue, contracts to be concluded, or banking transactions to be\n    carried out. Powers of attorney are therefore an indispensable building block for keeping the company stable until\n    final succession.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Estate Planning<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Estate planning goes far beyond creating a will. It considers the entire assets in a structured way with a view to\n    business succession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entrepreneurs must decide how business assets, shareholdings, and private wealth components are sensibly coordinated.\n    A well-thought-out estate plan prevents unwanted dissolution, reduces tax burdens, and creates clear conditions for\n    heirs.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Compulsory Portion Claims<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compulsory portion claims represent one of the greatest risks in business succession. They can lead to heirs making\n    financial claims that burden the company financially or even threaten its existence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entrepreneurs must address this issue early to take advantage of available options. Through legally permissible\n    structures, compulsory portion claims can be controlled or mitigated.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Inheritance Tax<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Without planning, inheritance tax can lead to significant financial burdens for heirs. Although the law provides tax\n    benefits for business assets, these are subject to clear requirements. Strategic planning makes it possible to\n    maximize allowances and minimize tax burdens.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Business Valuation<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Business valuation forms the basis for calculating inheritance tax as well as compensation claims between heirs. A\n    realistic and traceable valuation creates transparency and prevents disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Important: Different valuation methods can lead to significantly different results. We are happy to advise you\n    comprehensively on this.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Transfer of Company Shares<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The transfer of company shares is legally demanding and must be precisely coordinated with existing partnership\n    agreements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entrepreneurs must clarify whether heirs may become shareholders, whether consent requirements exist, or whether\n    severance arrangements apply. Errors in this area can result in desired successors being excluded or unwanted\n    persons gaining influence.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Succession Arrangement<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The succession arrangement answers the central question of who will lead the company in the future. This concerns not\n    only ownership but also responsibility and entrepreneurial competence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entrepreneurs must decide whether family members, co-shareholders, or external successors will take over management.\n    A clear succession arrangement is crucial to securing the company&#8217;s continued existence.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Gifts<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gifts are an effective instrument of anticipated succession. Entrepreneurs can transfer assets or company shares\n    during their lifetime while still retaining influence. This allows tax allowances to be used multiple times and\n    reduces the later estate.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why a Lawyer is Indispensable for Business Succession<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Business succession requires extensive experience in <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">inheritance law<\/strong>,\n    <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">corporate law<\/strong>, and <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">tax law<\/strong>. A\n    deep understanding of complex asset structures is also a prerequisite. A specialized lawyer ensures that your\n    business is inherited in a legally secure manner and that economic and tax risks are minimized. Especially with\n    digital assets, professional expertise is crucial to avoid permanent losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a law firm specializing in inheritance law, we develop <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">individual\n        solutions<\/strong> for you and your company, thereby ensuring <strong class=\"cr-text-highlight\">long-term\n        planning security<\/strong> &ndash; so that both your company and your heirs are protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Advantages With Us at a Glance<\/h3>\n\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list-group--><ul class=\"cr-list cr-list--arrow-icon\">\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list--><li class=\"cr-list__item\"><strong>Competent expertise in inheritance law<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list--><li class=\"cr-list__item\"><strong>Over 20 years of experience in legal consulting<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list--><li class=\"cr-list__item\"><strong>Support of more than 10,000 clients<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-bullet-list--><li class=\"cr-list__item\"><strong>Experts in cryptocurrencies and digital assets<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-cta--><div class=\"cr-cta\">\n    <div class=\"cr-cta__heading\">\n        Schedule an individual initial consultation regarding your inheritance law matter here.\n    <\/div>\n\n            <a class=\"brxe-button cr-btn bricks-button\" href=\"#kontakt\">\n            Secure Your Consultation Now\n            <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"15\" viewBox=\"0 0 13 15\" fill=\"none\">\n                <path d=\"M-0.000117302 7.03994V8.15994C-0.000117302 8.46911 0.0946741 8.73307 0.284258 8.95182C0.473842 9.17057 0.7203 9.27994 1.02363 9.27994H7.18363L4.61988 11.8524C4.39822 12.0624 4.28738 12.3249 4.28738 12.6399C4.28738 12.9549 4.39822 13.2174 4.61988 13.4274L5.27613 14.0924C5.49197 14.3083 5.75447 14.4162 6.06363 14.4162C6.36697 14.4162 6.63238 14.3083 6.85988 14.0924L12.5561 8.38744C12.772 8.17161 12.8799 7.90911 12.8799 7.59994C12.8799 7.29661 12.772 7.03119 12.5561 6.80369L6.85988 1.11619C6.63822 0.894525 6.3728 0.783691 6.06363 0.783691C5.7603 0.783691 5.4978 0.894525 5.27613 1.11619L4.61988 1.76369C4.39822 1.98536 4.28738 2.25077 4.28738 2.55994C4.28738 2.86911 4.39822 3.13452 4.61988 3.35619L7.18363 5.91994H1.02363C0.7203 5.91994 0.473842 6.02932 0.284258 6.24807C0.0946741 6.46682 -0.000117302 6.73077 -0.000117302 7.03994Z\" fill=\"white\"><\/path>\n            <\/svg>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-group--><div class=\"cr-group\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion-group--><div class=\"accordion\">\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>What happens to my business if I die without a will?<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If an entrepreneur dies without a will, the statutory rules of succession apply. These do not take into account\n    business structures. Often, communities of heirs are formed that are unable to act. This can lead to disputes,\n    delays in business operations, and in the worst case, economic endangerment of the company.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>How can crypto investments be inherited in a legally secure manner?<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crypto investments can only be inherited if access is regulated technically and legally. Clear instructions on the\n    storage of private keys or seed phrases are required, as well as legally secure integration into the will or estate\n    planning, to avoid asset losses.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Who gets access to wallets in the event of inheritance?<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the event of inheritance, only those who have the necessary access data can access wallets. Without documented\n    regulations, even entitled heirs cannot access the assets. A structured provision is therefore mandatory.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>Can multiple heirs take over a company together?<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In principle, multiple heirs can take over a company together. However, without clear contractual regulations, a\n    community of heirs is formed which can only make decisions unanimously. This often leads to conflicts and\n    significantly blocks ongoing business operations.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<!--blockstudio\/cocron\/cr-accordion--><div class=\"accordion__item wp-block-cocron-cr-accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header\">\n        <h3>How does inheritance tax affect businesses?<\/h3>\n        <svg class=\"accordion__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"8\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 8\" fill=\"none\">\n        <path d=\"M2 0L7 5L12 0L14 1L7 8L0 1L2 0Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrapper\">\n        <div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses are subject to special inheritance tax regulations. Although there are benefits for business assets, these\n    only apply if certain requirements are met. 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