Emergency resumption of companies under compulsory dissolution
As state-authorized public accountants, we handle everything the Danish Business Authority (Erhvervsstyrelsen) and the Probate Court require. The deadline runs from the day the letter was sent, so we start with a conversation as soon as possible. You will know right away whether the company can be saved, and what it will cost.
Resume the company immediately, before a liquidator takes over
You have three months to resume the company, and the deadline cannot be extended. At any point, however, the Probate Court can appoint a lawyer to wind the company up, a so-called liquidator. If that happens, it typically costs upwards of DKK 25,000 extra.
That is why we contact the Probate Court immediately and inform them that the resumption is under way. In the meantime, we prepare the accounts that are missing and register the resumption with the Danish Business Authority before the deadline expires.
Mathias Petersen
Five big stars! Over the past month, Lorentzen & Partners has helped me resume my company after it was sent for compulsory dissolution. Across my years as a self-employed business owner I have worked with a few different accountants, but I can say without a doubt that Lorentzen & Partners is the most professional and most capable audit firm I have come across. Kristian, who I have had my day-to-day dialogue with, has been proactive, transparent and, most importantly, always available by phone whenever questions came up (as they do in situations like these). I can recommend Lorentzen & Partners to any business looking for professional communication and thorough work, where you never once have a knot in your stomach about whether things are being done properly. They simply have it under control. My highest recommendations. Mathias Petersen,
Marketingly Digital ApS
A proper resumption protects everything you have built
Emergency intervention before the Probate Court
We will contact the Probate Court immediately to halt the process and prevent the costly, forced appointment of a liquidator.
Root cause identified and resolved
We identify and eliminate the trigger for the compulsory dissolution, thereby completely removing the basis for the case.
Strategic restructuring & mergers
If a traditional resumption is not possible, we will execute an alternative rescue plan, such as a merger, to preserve the assets.
Statutory auditor's reports
We provide the mandatory auditor's statement regarding intact share capital and the absence of illegal shareholder loans, an essential legal requirement for reinstatement.
Registered before the deadline
We prepare the corporate documents, hold the extraordinary general meeting, and file the registration with the Danish Business Authority within the 3-month deadline.
Certified Crisis Management
Your case will be handled by a single state-authorized public accountant. You avoid time-consuming intermediaries and ensure your company has maximum legal authority during a time-critical phase.
For comparison
State-authorized emergency resumption
- Immediate intervention: We take control immediately, contact the Probate Court the same day, and initiate a legal rescue plan to freeze all deadlines.
- Proactive prevention: We block the costly appointment of a liquidator by rapidly rectifying the company's grounds for deregistration.
- Strategic restructuring: If a standard recovery is not possible, we execute alternative corporate contingency plans, such as a rescue merger, to secure the assets.
Reactive standard treatment
- Critical delays: The case is stuck in the queue while vital deadlines are missed, maximizing the risk of a complete freeze of the company's accounts.
- Escalated costs: Action is only taken after the probate court has appointed a liquidator, which triggers immediate demands for substantial cash collateral.
- Lack of initiative: The task is returned or abandoned entirely if the simple standard conditions for resumption cannot be met immediately.
From emergency turnaround to corporate reinstatement
We operate according to a strict emergency protocol to protect the company's assets. From the moment we take over your case, you will have full transparency regarding the process, deadlines, and finances.
Legal triage & urgent status
First we establish where the case stands. We look at why the company was sent for compulsory dissolution and how much time is left before the deadline, so we know exactly what is most urgent.
Response & rescue plan
We contact the Probate Court and inform them that the resumption is under way. At the same time, you get a fixed-price plan, so you know what we are doing and what it costs before we go any further.
Rectification & resumption
Finally, we issue the statutory auditor's statement, hold the general meeting and register the resumption with the Danish Business Authority. The company is back in normal operation, and you can trade and invoice again.
Results speak louder than promises
We can tell you what we deliver, but it is our clients' experiences that show whether we actually make a difference for their business.
Is the company eligible for a legal reopening?
We help companies that have been sent for compulsory dissolution and where there is still time to save them. We are the right fit for you when:
The company was sent to the Probate Court less than three months ago, so the deadline has not expired. You want to avoid having a liquidator appointed, and the extra costs that come with it. And you want an advisor with a plan B: if the company cannot be resumed, the business activity can often be saved through a merger with another company.
If the company has already been closed and removed from the CVR register, it unfortunately cannot be resumed. If the company has been saved and you want to make sure it never happens again, our bookkeeping and annual accounts services are what you should look at:
FAQ for Resumption
Can I resume my company after compulsory dissolution?
Yes, if the conditions are met. The general meeting must decide to resume and elect new management. An auditor must declare that the company's capital is intact. The reason for the compulsory dissolution must be corrected. The notification must be received by the Danish Business Authority within three months of the date of submission. Additionally, the company must not have been subject to compulsory dissolution within the past five years.
What is the deadline for resuming the company?
You have three months from the Danish Business Authority's submission to the bankruptcy court. It is crucial to act quickly. The bankruptcy court may appoint a liquidator after a few days or after several weeks, and once a liquidator has been appointed, they will require security to assist with the resumption, typically starting at DKK 25,000.
How much does a resumption cost?
It depends on how far along the process is, whether a liquidator has already been appointed, and how complex the case is. We will provide you with a fixed price after the initial conversation, so you know exactly what it will cost before you decide.
What happens if resumption is not possible?
If the conditions cannot be met—for example, if the company has been in compulsory dissolution within the past five years—a merger may be the way forward. The company in compulsory dissolution is merged with another company, and the activity is continued under a new CVR number. We will review the options with you.
What happens if I don't do anything?
The bankruptcy court decides how the company should be closed down. This can be informal dissolution (if there are no funds), bankruptcy (if there are debts and assets to be sold), or liquidation (if the finances are healthy, but the company must be wound up). If the company has funds, the costs are covered by the company's own coffers.
How quickly can you start?
Usually the same day. When a company is sent for compulsory dissolution, every day counts. The initial conversation is always no-obligation, and we will contact the bankruptcy court on your behalf as soon as we have the green light from you.
How are you different from a large audit firm?
You get the professional weight of a state-authorized partner, without the wait for case processing. You have one dedicated accountant who knows your situation, so you aren't stuck in a queue while the clock is ticking.
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Lorentzen & Partners combines the professional expertise of a large accounting firm with the personal touch of a boutique office. We are more than just a compliance body; we are a proactive sparring partner who is always available to take your call and has an in-depth understanding of your business.
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Get your company back on track while the deadline is still open.
Take the first step. It starts with a conversation, often on the same day. You tell us about your situation, we listen, and you will know exactly where you stand and what the next step is. Completely no-obligation.
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