Mergers and Acquisitions

1. Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers and acquisitions, or M&A for short, involves the process of combining two companies into one. The goal of combining two or more businesses is to try and achieve synergy – where the whole (new company) is greater than the sum of its parts (the former two separate entities). In a merger, two organizations join forces to become a new business, usually with a new name. Because the companies involved are typical of similar size and stature, the term "merger of equals" is sometimes used. Acquisitions occur when one company buys another company and folds it into its operations. Sometimes the purchase is friendly and sometimes it is hostile, depending on whether the company being acquired believes it is better off as an operating unit of a larger venture. The end result of both processes is the same, but the relationship between the two companies differs based on whether a merger or acquisition occurred.M&A are transactions in which the ownership of companies, other business organizations, or their operating units are transferred or consolidated with other entities. As an aspect of strategic management, M&A can allow enterprises to grow or downsize, and change the nature of their business or competitive position. At Wilson Bradshaw & Cao, LLP we provide the legal support essential for making these complex transitions a success. Our business attorneys have more than 70 years of combined experience handling a vast array of mergers and acquisitions. This breadth of experience gives us the ability to readily identify issues and propose workable solutions.

2. Laying The Groundwork For Success Through Detail-Oriented Guidance: Whether you are the purchaser or seller, you can rely on our legal team for detailed legal advice on all aspects of the transaction. Our goal is to conclude the deal in an efficient, cost- effective and streamlined manner — without sacrificing quality or service. We handle mergers, asset purchases, stock purchases, equity exchange transactions and other types of acquisitions, bringing value to the table by taking concrete steps such as: •Engaging in preliminary negotiations •Conducting due diligence •Preparing, reviewing and negotiating term sheets or letters of intent •Drafting, reviewing and negotiating all merger and acquisition documents, including asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements and merger agreements •Drafting, reviewing and negotiating all documents ancillary to the merger or acquisition transaction, including noncompeting agreements and employment agreements •Forming new entities required to complete the transaction, such as a merger subsidiary in connection with a reverse-triangular merger transaction •Assisting with financing aspects of the transaction •Limiting exposure and liability of shareholders Get in touch While this website provides general information, it does not constitute legal advice. The best way to get guidance on your specific legal issue is to contact a lawyer. To schedule a meeting with an attorney, please call 917-830-6517 or complete the intake form below. •gbradshaw@wbc-law.com •917-830-6517 •9110 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618 •URL: https://securitieslegal.com/mergers-and-acquisitions-2/