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Morris James LLP

Why Letters of Intent and Indications of Interest Should be Reviewed by an Attorney

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Receiving a Letter of Intent or Indication of Interest (LOI) from a prospective buyer often brings a sense of excitement and validation for a business owner because it signals that all the hard work, sacrifices, and...more

DarrowEverett LLP

Maximizing Value: The Art of Purchase Price Allocation in Real Estate Deals

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When a business is sold, the most important overall aspect of negotiations between a cautious buyer and determined seller may be due to the agreed-upon purchase price for the business. However, when the buyer is purchasing...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

The Importance of Due Diligence in M&A Transactions

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In any merger or acquisition, the due diligence stage is one of the most critical steps. It allows the acquiring company to identify dealbreakers, assess risks, make informed decisions, negotiate effectively, ensure...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

The Widely Forecast Recession in the UK Will Likely Reshape M&A

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Key Points In the U.K., looming economic uncertainties are expected to play a significant role in M&A activity at almost all stages of the acquisition life cycle, from sourcing deals to financing, due diligence, negotiation...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

Maximizing R&W Insurance Claims

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Representation and warranty insurance has changed the M&A market. The popularity of reps and warranties (R&W) insurance—which provides indemnity to buyers for breaches stemming from seller misrepresentations in acquisition...more

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When Do M+A Discussions Constitute MNPI? Recent SEC Guidance May Shed Some Light

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Last month, the SEC announced that a public company had agreed to pay a $20 million penalty to resolve charges related to its repurchase of stock while supposedly in possession of material, non-public information (“MNPI”)...more

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP

Finding Opportunity in Distressed Circumstances

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Q:  Do opportunities exist for asset buyers in times of distress? A: Yes, valuable assets may be for sale at affordable prices in times of distress for two reasons. First, a primary means of raising liquidity for cash-starved...more

Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP

COVID-19 — Observations and Considerations From an M&A Perspective

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The outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the measures being taken at every level to contain the spread thereof is a rapidly evolving public health and humanitarian issue. Naturally, COVID-19 and its...more

Blank Rome LLP

Negotiate at the Next Level

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Most, if not all, YPOers have had many occasions to test their negotiation skills. Whether buying a competitor to fuel growth, handling a delicate balancing act with a key customer or a trade union, or simply working with a...more

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