Corporate legal advisory for Holding Companies

Build. Protect. Scale. The holding structure that aligns with your long-term business vision

Do you own or control multiple companies and need a streamlined, tax-efficient corporate structure with no hidden risks?

Setting up a holding company requires strategic planning that goes far beyond day-to-day operations. At GCO, we help you design, establish and manage your holding company with full legal certainty, tax efficiency and operational control.

What we bring to your group structure

Corporate legal advisory for Holding Companies

Too many entities, too many doubts—and no clear way forward?

Unsure whether a holding structure would actually benefit your business?
Worried about legal liabilities when moving assets between group companies?
Your current setup seems more costly than strategic, and no one is giving you a clear solution?
Looking to ring-fence your assets and protect your personal wealth—without losing control?

Setting up or managing a holding company without the right guidance—or worse, with poor advice—can result in major legal, tax and financial consequences. That’s why more and more business groups rely on GCO to structure, secure and future-proof their corporate setup.

Specialised advisory for holding company setup

Holding company formation and restructuring

Establishing or restructuring a holding company requires legal precision and strategic foresight. GCO guides you through the entire process—from the initial incorporation to complex corporate reorganisations.

Our services include:

Holding company formation: Legal design, drafting of bylaws, corporate registrations.
Corporate restructuring: Mergers, demergers, share swaps, conversions, and non-cash contributions.
Shareholder agreements & family protocols: Clear rules to prevent disputes and ensure continuity.
M&A advisory: Legal due diligence, transaction structuring and full support throughout the deal.

Specialised advisory for holding company setup

Tax optimisation & asset protection

An inefficient or poorly structured holding company can generate more tax exposure than value. At GCO, we ensure your structure is fully compliant, legally optimised and aligned with your long-term interests.

Our services include:

Group tax planning: Consolidated tax regimes, double tax relief, deferral strategies.
Review of intra-group operations: Loans, service agreements and cross-company charges reviewed for compliance and efficiency.
Asset protection for shareholders: Separation of risk-bearing entities, wealth preservation and succession planning.
Transfer pricing oversight (where applicable): Documentation and alignment with international regulations.

Specialised advisory for holding company setup

Corporate legal management & compliance

Holding structures demand meticulous legal and regulatory upkeep. We support your company with full-service legal management, so your group stays compliant, structured and audit-ready at all times.

Our services include:

Corporate secretarial services: Board minutes, shareholder meetings, statutory books and annual filings.
Ongoing legal advisory: Day-to-day legal queries, contracts and regulatory support.
Intra-group legal coordination: Proper documentation of intercompany services, leases or loans.
Regulatory defence & inspections: Legal representation before tax authorities and strategic response planning.

Is your current structure holding you back?

turn your holding company into a platform for expansion and protection, not a compliance burden or tax liability.

Specialised advisory for holding company setup

Why choose GCO as your holding company advisory?

When the structure of your entire business group is at stake, mistakes aren’t an option:

Over 45 years advising complex business groups.

Specialists in corporate law, international tax and group restructuring.

Strategic insight, not just legal execution: We help you grow securely.

Professional networks at regional, national and European level: Backed by the Spanish College of Economists, AEDAF and IUSFUL European Legal Network.

Integrated advice through a single point of contact.

Full transparency: You’ll always know what we’re doing and why

Specialised advisory for holding company setup

“Revising the structure seems too complex…”

We get it. Reviewing or restructuring a business group sounds like time, cost and disruption. That’s why many companies put it off.

But the real complexity? Not acting soon enough.

If your structure no longer fits your business size, you’re leaking efficiency.
If every intercompany move creates legal doubts, it’s time to streamline.
If you’re preparing for growth, sale or succession, your structure must be ready before, not after.

At GCO, we make complex feel simple.

We review without disrupting operations. We highlight what can be improved. And if everything’s already in order, we’ll give you that peace of mind too.

Because in corporate structuring, the greatest risk is doing nothing.

Process and Methodology

A Clear Path to Excellence for your Company

Our customer-centric process is tailored to your specific needs. From initial analysis to strategy implementation, we are with you every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to your key questions about holding companies

What exactly is a holding company?

A holding company is a legal entity that owns shares in other companies. It allows centralised control and strategic management of a business group.

What types of businesses can benefit from a holding structure?

From SMEs with multiple entities to large corporate or investment groups. It’s also highly effective in succession planning, expansion and international operations.

What are the tax advantages of a holding company?

Properly structured, it can access double tax relief, corporate tax deferrals, group taxation benefits and streamlined personal income planning.

Can I set up a holding company as an individual to manage my business assets?

Yes. Many entrepreneurs use a holding structure to ring-fence liabilities, plan inheritance and optimise taxation.

Can I convert my current setup into a holding company without starting over?

Absolutely. We analyse your case and propose legal reorganisation steps (e.g. share swaps, demergers) with full legal security.

How do I know if my current structure needs reviewing?

Red flags include: growth, new shareholders, cross-entity cash flow issues, unclear control or friction in profit distribution. If any of these sound familiar, it’s time to review.

What risks exist if intra-group operations aren't properly documented?

Plenty. Loans, service agreements or internal charges can lead to tax penalties or audits if they lack formal, compliant structure. We ensure everything is legally robust.

Can a holding company help with succession planning?

Yes. A solid holding structure helps facilitate generational handovers, maintain control and separate ownership from management—within a secure legal framework.