The Ertogan law firm supports businesses in Cologne with the legal questions of day-to-day operations and with strategic decisions. We advise in German, Turkish and English, personally and with a focus on your specific situation.
Business decisions almost always have a legal dimension. Anyone entering into contracts, employing staff, or working with suppliers and customers moves within a dense web of duties and risks. An early legal assessment helps prevent later disputes and costly corrections. That is exactly where our work begins.
Attorney Nurdan Ertogan has advised businesses from Cologne since 2010. This is not about business management questions, but exclusively about the legal structuring and protection of your business activity. We take the time to understand your business model and place legal questions in your operational context. Whether a one-off review or ongoing support, we tailor the scope of advice to your needs.
01You may recognise this
You are founding a business and want the right legal structure and your first contracts set up in a legally sound way.
An important contract with a customer or supplier is in front of you, and you want the clauses reviewed before signing.
Your terms and conditions date back to your early years and you are unsure whether they still reflect the current legal position.
You are facing a major cooperation arrangement or shareholding and need a clear contractual basis.
Legal questions keep coming up in day-to-day operations, and you would like a fixed point of contact instead of one-off solutions.
02How I support you
Drafting and reviewing contracts, such as supply, service, cooperation and framework agreements.
Preparing and updating terms and conditions (AGB) for business with consumers and companies.
Advice on liability questions and contractual limitation of risk.
Ongoing legal support for day-to-day operations as a fixed point of contact.
Support with compliance matters and internal processes for meeting legal requirements.
Legal support during negotiations, and reviewing and drafting contract proposals from the other side.
03How we work together
We begin with a meeting in which we get to know your matter and your business model. On this basis, we clarify your advisory needs and agree whether a one-off review or ongoing cooperation makes sense. With continuous support, we act as your fixed point of contact and reach out as soon as we identify action needed on recurring questions. Scope, availability and billing are agreed together in advance, so you have certainty in your planning.
04What does the advice cost?
Fees are billed under the German Attorneys' Remuneration Act (RVG) or on the basis of a fee agreement at an hourly rate of 450 euros. The initial consultation for businesses is a paid service and costs 450 euros. These figures are a non-binding guide; the specific cost depends on the scope of the engagement and is discussed with you before work begins.
05Frequently asked questions about Business Advisory
What does the Ertogan law firm's legal business advisory cover?
Legal business advisory covers drafting and reviewing contracts, terms and conditions, liability questions, compliance matters, and ongoing support for day-to-day operations. It concerns exclusively legal questions, not business management advice. The scope is tailored to your needs, from a one-off review to ongoing support.
Should contracts be reviewed by a lawyer before signing?
Legal review before signing is advisable in many cases. Contracts often set out rights and obligations for a long time, and clauses on liability, termination or payment can have far-reaching consequences. Reviewing a contract in advance is usually considerably cheaper than a later dispute over a poorly worded contract.
Do terms and conditions need to be updated regularly?
Terms and conditions should be reviewed at regular intervals, since laws and case law change over time. Clauses that were permissible a few years ago can be invalid today and fall away in the event of a dispute. A review is particularly worthwhile if your business model or target group has changed.
What is the difference between legal and business management advisory?
Legal business advisory deals with contracts, liability, compliance and structuring business processes in a legally sound way. Business management advisory, by contrast, concerns questions such as strategy, finance or organisation. Our firm advises you exclusively on legal matters.
Can I engage your firm on an ongoing basis rather than case by case?
Yes, ongoing cooperation is possible and makes sense for many businesses. You get a fixed point of contact who knows your business and can respond more quickly to recurring questions. Scope and terms of such support are agreed together in advance.
How can I limit liability risks in my business?
Liability risks can often be limited through clear contractual provisions and appropriate terms and conditions. This includes liability clauses, provisions on warranty and responsibilities, and proper documentation. Which measures make sense in a given case depends on your specific activity and is something we clarify together.
What does compliance mean for small and medium-sized businesses?
Compliance means that a business meets the legal requirements that apply to it. This is relevant for small and medium-sized businesses too, for example in relation to data protection, contract law or industry-specific duties. We help you identify the requirements that matter most for you and put them into practice in your processes.
Does the Ertogan law firm also advise in Turkish or English?
Yes, consultations are available in German, Turkish and English. Attorney Nurdan Ertogan handles matters in both languages, which provides clarity, especially with complex legal issues, so that details can be discussed without a language barrier.
What does legal advice for businesses cost?
Fees are billed under the RVG or under a fee agreement at an hourly rate of 450 euros. The initial consultation for businesses is a paid service and costs 450 euros. The exact cost depends on the scope of the engagement and is discussed with you in advance; these figures are a non-binding guide.
How does the first stage of working with the firm proceed?
We begin with a meeting in which we get to know your matter and your business model. On this basis, we clarify your advisory needs and agree whether a one-off review or ongoing support makes sense. Scope and terms are set before the actual work begins.
