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Foundations and self-governing institutions

A foundation or a self-governing institution is a long-term and permanent type of set-up. It is consequently crucial that the right choices are made right from the start. We have extensive knowledge of foundations law and the consequences of the rules in practice. We do our utmost to adjust our legal advice to our clients' needs and wishes, including our clients' commercial reality.

A foundation or a self-governing institution is a long-term and permanent type of set-up. It is consequently crucial that the right choices are made right from the start. We have extensive knowledge of foundations law and the consequences of the rules in practice. We do our utmost to adjust our legal advice to our clients' needs and wishes, including our clients' commercial reality.

We help you choose the best type of organisation

We provide advice to non-profit foundations, commercial foundations and self-governing institutions on all areas of foundations law. We advise on all legal matters, including the following:

  • Setting up and registering a foundation or a self-governing institution
  •  Drafting and amending the bylaws
  • Drafting the rules of procedure for the board of directors
  • Observing the "Recommendations on foundation governance" 
  • Investments, including the sale and purchase of assets
  • Investing the foundation's funds
  • Drafting the grant policies
  • Compliance, including in connection with awarding grants and handling personal data in connection with applications
  • Reorganisation, including amalgamations and mergers
  • Dialogue with the foundation authorities in connection with changes
  • Legal assessment of the foundation's transactions and the management's possible responsibility/liability
  • Conflict management

We also have in-depth knowledge of the practice of the foundation authorities and our advice is based on many years of experience in providing assistance with foundation law matters.

Foundation grants

One of the most important functions of a foundation is to manage its funds in an efficient and satisfactory manner when awarding its grants. It requires clear processes and adequate control procedures. We are experienced in weighing the consideration for efficient grant administration against the need for satisfactory management of the foundation's funds. In other words, ensuring compliance in the foundation.

Foundation grants

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