Mergers and Business Acquisitions

We have substantial experience in handling purchases, sales, mergers, reorganizations, and financing of businesses and assets. Our expertise spans a wide variety of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, retail, service, publishing, technology, and real estate.

We guide clients through all legal aspects of a merger, acquisition, or disposition, including:

• Assistance with advanced planning for the successful purchase or sale of a business
• Due diligence reviews in connection with the purchase or sale of a business
• Structuring, negotiating, and documenting all aspects of the purchase, sale, merger, or reorganization of all or a portion of a business
• Structuring, negotiating, and documenting any financing transaction to fund the purchase or sale of a business
• Structuring and forming the purchasing entity and the relationships among its owners
• Income tax, property tax, and estate tax planning and consultation in connection with all phases of the transaction
• Preparing and filing Hart Scott Rodino pre-merger notifications and addressing any related anti-trust issues, where applicable
• Retention programs for key personnel
• Post-closing noncompetition agreements