Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures
Buying, selling, combining and separating businesses.
The sale or purchase of a business is among the most consequential decisions an owner makes. We represent buyers, sellers and investors from the letter of intent through closing and post-closing obligations.
We handle transactions of every size, with particular depth in cross-border deals, where differences in law, tax and business practice create risks a purely domestic approach can miss.
How we help
- Buy-side and sell-side representation
- Share and asset purchases
- Letters of intent and term sheets
- Purchase agreements, disclosure schedules and closing documents
- Joint ventures and strategic alliances
- Divestitures, carve-outs and business separations
- Partner buyouts and shareholder exits
Who we act for
- Owners selling their businesses
- Strategic buyers
- Family offices and private investors
- Founders preparing an exit
- Partners separating a jointly owned business
Sectors
Questions clients ask
Is an asset purchase or a share purchase better?
Buyers often prefer asset purchases because unwanted liabilities can be left behind; sellers often prefer share sales for tax and simplicity. The answer depends on the business, its contracts and licences, and the tax position of each side.
How do business partners separate a company?
Usually through a buyout of one partner, a division of the business into separate entities, or a sale to a third party. The shareholder or operating agreement sets the starting rules, and a well-managed negotiation avoids litigation.
When should I involve a lawyer in a sale?
Before signing a letter of intent. Price, structure and exclusivity are often fixed at that stage, and they are hard to change later.
Discuss your matter with us.
Book a 60-minute consultation by video. If you engage the firm, the fee is credited toward your retainer.