Introduction to Mergers and Acquisitions: Process, Deal Structures, Acquisition Agreements
Recording of a 60-minute premium CLE video webinar
This CLE webinar will provide an overview of the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) process. The speakers will review the process of selling or acquiring a business, identify the various M&A deal structures, assess the factors to consider when deciding which structure is best for your client, and examine the legal documents used in acquisition transactions.
Outline
- Overview of the M&A process
- Considerations in selecting the legal structure for the transaction
- Outline of a purchase agreement, including key differences between an asset purchase agreement and stock purchase agreement
- Common pitfalls and drafting errors to avoid
Benefits
The speakers will review these and other relevant issues:
- What is the general process for acquiring or selling a business?
- What are the key considerations when selecting the legal structure for the deal?
- What are the differences between an asset purchase agreement and a stock purchase agreement?
- What are common pitfalls and drafting errors to avoid with acquisition agreements?
Faculty
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Rochelle Hauser
Attorney, Shareholder
Henson & Efron
Ms. Hauser advises a diverse range of businesses of all sizes, and individuals at all levels—at every... | Read More
Ms. Hauser advises a diverse range of businesses of all sizes, and individuals at all levels—at every stage—regarding business formation, mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, distribution, supply, and other commercial transactions, employment relationships, and general contract matters. Whether a client is struggling with contract issues, crafting an agreement, or making a deal, Ms. Hauser helps to resolve problems, find creative solutions, and avoid surprises. No two transactions are alike, so she adapts her approach to represent each client’s unique challenges.
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Allison Plunkett
Attorney, Shareholder
Henson & Efron
Corporations and individuals rely on Ms. Plunkett on a wide variety of business and operating issues, including choice... | Read More
Corporations and individuals rely on Ms. Plunkett on a wide variety of business and operating issues, including choice of business entity, governance structure and operating agreements, tax compliance and considerations, formation of joint ventures, contract negotiation and review, purchasing and selling business assets, and purchasing and selling ownership of companies. Closely held businesses retain her at all stages, from formation or buying an existing business through ongoing counsel as a trusted business advisor, to selling the business. Ms. Plunkett also represents clients in various real estate matters.
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