Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

The Firm’s Mergers And Acquisitions (M&A) Practice Focuses On Providing Counsel To Both Buyers And Sellers Involved In Business Acquisitions, Mergers, And Sales.

Buying or selling a business is often a complex and lengthy process with multiple pitfalls that can derail a deal. Accordingly, it is imperative that parties to M&A transactions have a legal advisor they can trust and rely on to help navigate the process. From an initial offer, to negotiating a purchase agreement, through closing, the Firm strives to provide prudent guidance and advice to parties involved in M&A transactions throughout all phases of the deal. For clients, this means providing assistance with preparation, negotiation, and review, of the numerous contracts that may make up a deal, including:

- Letters of Intent and Term Sheets,

- Asset Purchase Agreements, Stock Purchase Agreements, and Amendments;

- Promissory Notes and Security Agreements;

- Bills of Sale; Assignment and Assumption Agreements; Corporate Resolutions; and Intellectual Property (IP) Assignments;

- Employment Agreements and Retention Agreements;

- Commercial Leases and Assignments; and

- Loan Agreements, Subordination Agreements, Standby Creditor Agreements, and more.  

It also means dealing with lenders, landlords, and other third parties involved in transactions; assisting with entity formation or dissolution, due diligence, permit applications, and other matters incidental to M&A deals; and providing advice and counsel on legal issues, laws, and statutes that may impact a deal.

The Firm has helped clients across a variety of industries, including in  food and beverage, software and technology, recreation and entertainment, and more, successfully close transactions ranging from tens of thousands to millions of dollars.

Accordingly, if you or your business is exploring a merger, acquisition, or other M&A transaction, contact the Firm here to learn how the Firm may be able to help.