Shareholder disputes
Advice and representation in corporate disputes: challenge of resolutions, exclusion or withdrawal of shareholders, breach of shareholder agreements and derivative actions. We approach conflicts with a strategic vision, combining prevention, negotiation and legal defence.
How we work
Our methodology for this service
Conflict and legal basis analysis
We review the articles, shareholder agreement and resolutions adopted to identify each party's rights, the breaches that have occurred and the legal options available to resolve the dispute.
Negotiation and mediation between shareholders
We seek to resolve the conflict through negotiation, structuring separation agreements, share buybacks or governance restructurings that allow the company's viability to be restored.
Challenge or exclusion actions
When negotiation fails, we challenge null or voidable shareholder resolutions, bring shareholder exclusion actions or defend the shareholder against unjustified exclusion.
Director liability
We bring individual or derivative liability actions against directors who have acted to the detriment of the company or shareholders, or defend directors against liability claims.
Who this is for
Minority shareholders whose rights are being violated by the majority, majority shareholders needing to manage the exit of a problematic partner, and directors facing liability actions in the context of a corporate dispute.
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Why MES Legal?
- Specialist lawyers with proven expertise in each practice area
- Offices in Barcelona and Madrid with national coverage throughout Spain
- Results-oriented, practical approach with clear risk management
- Direct professional relationship — no large-firm layers or intermediaries
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