Mergers & Acquisitions

In a share purchase, you buy the company itself—including all assets, liabilities, contracts, and history. In an asset purchase, you select specific assets and liabilities to acquire, leaving the corporate shell behind. Share deals are often simpler and may have tax advantages for sellers, while asset deals give buyers more control over what they are acquiring. The right structure depends on tax considerations, liability concerns, and the nature of the business.

Simple transactions can close in 4-8 weeks. More complex deals—those involving regulatory approvals, extensive due diligence, or complicated financing—typically take 3-6 months. Competitive auction processes or transactions requiring shareholder approvals may take longer.

We typically work on an hourly basis for M&A transactions, with regular billing and clear communication about budget. For certain aspects—like standard due diligence—we can provide fixed-fee arrangements. We will discuss fee structure and provide estimates during our initial consultation.

Yes, typically. Lawyers handle due diligence, transaction documents, and legal risk assessment. Accountants handle financial due diligence, quality of earnings analysis, tax structuring, and valuation support. We work closely with your accountants to ensure coordinated advice.

If you are selling, gather your corporate records, financial statements (3+ years), material contracts, employee information, and any known issues or liabilities. If you are buying, bring whatever information you have about the target, your acquisition criteria, financing plans, and timeline expectations.