Companies
GmbH formation in Dortmund
Rechtsanwalt und Notar (lawyer and civil-law notary) André Döttelbeck – Am Kai 8 – 44263 Dortmund
Company law
Legally sound structures for your company
Whether a GmbH, a UG (limited liability) or changes in an existing company: many company law transactions must be notarised or certified.
We notarise articles of association, shareholder resolutions and share transfers and file the applications to the commercial register – on request also formation by video procedure.
At a glance
- Formation of GmbH and UG – also using the model protocol
- Online formation by video communication
- Amendments to the articles and capital measures
- Transfer of shares
- Applications to the commercial register
- Correspondence in German, English and French
Process
How a GmbH formation works
01
Preparation
You tell us the company name, registered office, business purpose, shareholders, share capital and management. We prepare the drafts.
02
Notarisation
The articles of association and the appointment of the managing directors are notarised – at the office or by video.
03
Share capital
The shareholders pay their contributions into the business account and confirm this.
04
Commercial register
We file the company electronically with the commercial register. The GmbH comes into existence upon registration.
Documents
What to bring
- Valid identity documents of all shareholders and managing directors
- Desired company name, registered office and business purpose
- Allocation of shares
- Details of management and representation
Something missing? Call us beforehand – we can request many documents ourselves.
Costs
What does the notary cost?
Notary fees are set by law for all notaries in Germany (Court and Notary Fees Act, GNotKG). They depend on the value and type of the transaction – not on the time spent.
We are happy to give you a cost estimate for your matter in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Questions and answers
How much share capital does a GmbH need?
At least 25,000 euros. For a cash formation, at least half must be paid in before the application is filed. A UG (limited liability) can be formed with as little as 1 euro.
Can I form a GmbH online?
Yes. Since August 2022 a GmbH can be formed by video communication with the notary, and since August 2023 this also applies to many formations with contributions in kind. Excluded are contributions in kind that themselves require notarisation, such as real estate.
What is a model protocol?
A statutory standard contract for simple formations with up to three shareholders and one managing director. We will discuss in advance whether it suits you.
Do share transfers have to be notarised?
Yes. The assignment of GmbH shares must be notarised (section 15 GmbHG).
Your contact
André Döttelbeck
Rechtsanwalt und Notar (lawyer and civil-law notary), official seat in Dortmund
Specialist lawyer for inheritance law · Specialist lawyer for banking and capital markets law
Call or write to us. We will discuss your matter, tell you which documents are needed and arrange an appointment at our office at Am Kai 8 by Lake Phoenix.
Phone: +49 231 700 188 71
Email: notar@doettelbeck.de
Office hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 am–3:30 pm
