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Mergers, Acquisitions and Corporate Secretarial
We support you through acquisitions, mergers and ownership transfers, and organise the work of your board.
Acquisitions and mergers require a clear understanding of the target company, its obligations and the approvals required. We help buyers, sellers and investors structure the transaction, conduct legal due diligence and negotiate terms, and we provide corporate secretarial services that organise board and general assembly meetings and record their resolutions.
Scope of service
What we do
Legal Due Diligence
Reviewing the target company's documents, contracts, licences and disputes, and reporting the risks relevant to the transaction.
Transaction Structuring
Assessing share purchase, asset purchase or merger alternatives and the effect of each on liability and obligations.
Sale and Purchase Agreements
Drafting and reviewing acquisition agreements, including warranties, undertakings, conditions precedent and indemnities.
Regulatory Approvals
Identifying the approvals and notifications the transaction requires from the competent authorities, and following them through.
Corporate Secretarial Services
Preparing notices and agendas for board and general assembly meetings, drafting minutes and resolutions, and maintaining records.
Post-Closing
Following the transfer of ownership, updating records and completing the obligations agreed after closing.
How we work
Our approach
- 01
Understand the Transaction
We identify the parties, the objectives and the expected timetable.
- 02
Review and Assess
We review the target's position and identify risks and required approvals.
- 03
Negotiate and Draft
We prepare the transaction documents and take part in negotiating the terms.
- 04
Close and Follow Up
We follow the satisfaction of conditions, the transfer of ownership and the updating of records.
FAQ
Before you get in touch
What is the difference between a share purchase and an asset purchase?
In a share purchase the company passes with its existing obligations; in an asset purchase specific assets are transferred without the company itself. The choice affects risk and procedure, and we explain which suits your case.
Does the transaction need government approval?
Some transactions require approvals or notifications depending on their size and the company's activity, such as economic concentration requirements or sector regulator approvals. We identify this early.
How long does legal due diligence usually take?
It depends on the size of the company, the number of contracts and documents, and how quickly they are provided. We agree the scope and timetable when the work is engaged.
What does the corporate secretarial service include?
Preparing board and general assembly meetings, drafting minutes and resolutions, following up on their implementation, and keeping the company's statutory records.
Discuss Your Next Transaction With Us
Share the nature of the transaction, the parties and the expected timetable, so we can define the scope of review and the documents required.