Our team provides comprehensive advice on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, and private equity transactions, supporting our clients in all stages of the process, from strategic planning to agreement formalization. We specialize in structuring and executing both national and international transactions, providing expert support to buyers, sellers, investors, and strategic partners, ensuring an approach aimed at meeting each client’s specific goals.

If your company is in a process of expansion or looking to incorporate a new investor, our specialized lawyers are prepared to precisely manage the legal and fiscal aspects of your merger, acquisition, or financing project. We offer specialized advice on the purchase and sale of companies or their parts, including operations such as management buy-outs, buy-ins, venture capital, and private equity, as well as bank financing.

Our experience also extends to legal and tax support in loan operations and capital raising, providing a comprehensive vision that ensures the successful implementation of your business strategy.

Our competencies at a glance:

  • Share purchase agreements
  • Shareholders’ agreements
  • Investment agreements
  • Asset agreements
  • Due diligence
  • Bank loans
  • Mergers
  • Spin-offs
  • Company incorporation
  • Financing evaluations
  • Holding structures and restructuring
  • Tax-efficient structuring for both sellers and buyers
  • Management buy-outs and buy-ins
  • Venture capital / private equity
  • Contributions in kind and in-kind acquisitions

Andorra, Switzerland, Italy, Portugal, or UAE? Comparison and alternatives in 2025

International tax

Global tax competition is driving HNWIs and entrepreneurs to seek more favorable jurisdictions. Andorra stands out for its low taxation and absence of wealth taxes. Switzerland offers stability and a special tax regime, but with high rates depending on the canton. Portugal has reduced incentives with the new RNH 2.0 regime. The UAE has no personal income tax but presents cultural challenges. Italy offers a fixed tax for new residents with foreign income, though it applies high rates to local earnings.

Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies in Andorra 2025: innovation, regulation, and tax advantages

International tax

Andorra has established a legal framework for blockchain and cryptocurrencies with Law 24/2022, regulating the issuance and custody of digital assets. Companies must obtain a license from the Andorran Financial Authority (AFA). The country offers a favorable tax regime, with low taxes on cryptocurrency gains (up to 10%) and exemptions on transfers. Banks like MoraBanc also provide custody services. This has attracted investors and blockchain companies, positioning Andorra as a technological hub.

Reform of the ‘non-dom’ regime in the UK: Why is Andorra the best alternative in Europe ?

International mobility

The UK is preparing for significant reforms to the taxation of resident non-domiciled (‘non-dom’) individuals, removing the concept of ‘domicile’ and replacing it with a residence-based tax system under the new Foreign Income and Gains (FIG) model.

These reforms, which will come into effect starting from 6 April 2025, will affect thousands of non-doms and their tax treatment in relation to their foreign source income and assets located abroad.

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