Legal due diligence
Process of reviewing and investigating all legal aspects of a company or asset before a corporate transaction (M&A, investment, financing). Covers: contractual review, IP, litigation, regulatory compliance, labour and tax. The due diligence report forms the basis of representations and warranties in the sale agreement and indemnification clauses.
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Commercial corporate form where capital is divided into shares and partners' liability is limited to contributed capital. Most common form in Spain for SMEs.
Commercial corporate form with capital divided into freely transferable shares. Minimum capital: EUR 60,000, at least 25% paid up. Mandatory for listed companies, banks and insurers.
Distinctive sign identifying products or services in the market. Registered with OEPM (Spain) or EUIPO (EU). Protection for 10 renewable years. Grants exclusive use rights and infringement prosecution.
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