Practice Groups →Corporate & Transactional
Mergers & Acquisitions
Buying or selling a business is one of the most significant transactions you will ever be involved in, and the details matter.
We represent buyers and sellers in deals of all sizes, from small business acquisitions to more complex multi-party transactions. If you are buying, we help you understand exactly what you are getting and what risks you are taking on. If you are selling, we work to protect what you have built and make sure the deal reflects the true value of your business.
Common situations we help clients with:
A business owner receiving an unsolicited offer who needs help evaluating it and deciding whether to engage
A buyer or seller who wants legal counsel involved during the term sheet stage: the purchase price, deal structure and key protections are largely set at this point, and engaging counsel early is one of the most effective ways to protect and maximize the value of the transaction
A seller who signed a letter of intent expecting it to reflect a prior handshake deal and wants to make sure the written terms actually capture what was agreed
A buyer who wants to make sure they fully understand what they are getting, including whether key contracts and relationships will transfer with the business
A seller who is ready to start laying the groundwork for an eventual sale but wants to stay involved in the business through the transition and needs a deal structure that reflects that
A seller who is ready for a clean break and wants to structure a sale that gets them to retirement on their terms, with as little complexity on the back end as possible
Two businesses looking to formalize a joint venture or strategic alliance who need a well-structured agreement before operations begin
We guide clients through every stage, from the initial term sheet through due diligence, negotiation and closing. For straightforward transactions, we offer flat fee deal support packages so you know your costs upfront.
Predictable options begin with a conversation.
Tell us what is in front of you. We will help you understand your options and what each one involves.