A professional approach to all stages of a transaction helps avoid unpleasant surprises. Sometimes, the right decision is to walk away from the deal.
I draft agreements (for the sale of shares/assets) as well as letters of intent, which are exchanged prior to a transaction. I have experience in mergers and acquisitions from both the buyer’s and seller’s perspective. When planning the course of a transaction, I always ensure that the client’s interests are protected. I never recommend pursuing a deal at all costs, highlighting risks that may emerge, for example, during due diligence or negotiations with the counterparty.
In mergers and acquisitions, it is crucial to thoroughly understand the legal situation of the transaction target. Conducting due diligence allows for the identification of significant transactional risks and serves as the starting point for protecting the client’s interests in a preliminary agreement or in an agreement leading to the sale of a shares or assets.
I assist clients in conducting due diligence, focusing on the legal aspects of the process. The purpose of the process is to determine the status of the transaction target (a company or its organized part), generally as close as possible to the planned transaction date. After the transaction, a limited confirmatory due diligence is often conducted. This review aims to verify the condition of the business, including checking the accuracy of representations and warranties made by the seller during the execution of the sale agreement.
I provide vendor due diligence services, which involve reviewing the transaction target at the request of a client intending to act as the seller. This allows the client to gain a thorough understanding of the target’s condition, helping to eliminate risks or issues that could otherwise be identified during the buyer’s due diligence and potentially lead to a reduction in the transaction price.
Transactions completed across various industries, from IT to production and trade
Transactions successfully concluded following the completion of due diligence
The merger or acquisition process does not end with the execution of the agreement transferring shares, stock, or ownership of a business or its organized part. Ultimately, the success of the transaction depends on the smooth integration of the acquired assets. This also requires support from a lawyer who will plan, together with the client, the post-transaction course of action, including the standardization of documentation and the regulation of internal relations within the organization.
Transactional processes require comprehensive support from a lawyer specializing in this area. If you do not employ in-house lawyers with M&A experience, it is worth considering engaging external legal services.
