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Webinare | 22. Juli 2025 | 9:30 Uhr - 10:30 Uhr (CEST)
Update ESOP & MEP I Will bad leavers suddenly become good leavers?
Join us for a deep dive webinar on the impact of the recent decision of the German Federal Labor Court (BAG, 10 AZR 67/24) on start-up equity programmes like ESOPs, EIPs, VSOPs – and for private equity-style MEP structures.
What we will cover:
- What has the BAG actually decided? We'll break down what the court did – and did not – decide. Which types of clauses are now clearly unenforceable? What remains open?
- What is the impact on start-ups and growth companies? What changes are required for new and existing ESOP, EIP, and VSOP plans in Germany? What do HR and legal teams need to do to mitigate risks?
- What are the implications for private equity MEPs?: Do the same rules apply to management equity programmes in LBOs or growth equity deals? How can PE sponsors and portfolio companies continue to use leaver mechanics lawfully?
- Where does the decision apply – and where not? What about freelance advisors, managing directors, and international structures? What falls within the scope of for German employment law – and what falls outside?
Please note that we will be using Zoom for our webinar. Participation is free of charge.
Send us your existing VSOP/ESOP/MEP terms & conditions by 17 July 2025:
We will choose clauses from the first ten submissions for discussion during the webinar. Of course, all submissions used for discussion will be anonymized.
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