Practice Area

Mergers and Acquisitions

Practice Area

Mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures constitute an important area of concentration for a select group of attorneys at MPS Law. Our clients range from community banks and small manufacturers to industrial service providers with facilities across North America. We advise them on all aspects of these transactions, including the purchase and sale of stock and assets of privately-held companies; our attorneys have experience providing assistance at every stage, from identifying opportunities for acquisition through the negotiation and drafting of definitive documents and closing. We have provided guidance for our clients in all aspects of these transactions, including:

  • Choosing the most advantageous structure
  • Reviewing due diligence materials
  • Negotiating letters of intent
  • Preparing stock purchase agreements and asset purchase agreements
  • Procuring financing for the transaction
  • Addressing regulatory issues
  • Preparing non-competition and non-solicitation agreements
  • Protecting confidential information
  • Negotiating employment and consulting arrangements
  • Providing for the seamless transition of the business from one owner to another