Buying or Selling a Business

The purchase or sale of a business is a complicated process, and proper planning is critical to success. Both sides have needs and requirements that should not be overlooked.

The buyer of a business usually needs advice structuring the purchase and handling approvals and consents required by law, tax issues, environmental issues, and assessing the assets and liabilities being acquired. In contrast, the seller wants to liquidate his assets, and get paid.

We represent both buyers and sellers of businesses. When problems are anticipated and dealt with during the negotiation, documentation and closing, you can avoid or minimize problems after the sale closes.

Areas of Expertise:

• Assistance to the seller in planning, negotiating and documenting the terms of sale
• Assistance to the buyer in negotiating and documenting the terms of sale, conducting due diligence (financial and non-financial), and reviewing financial arrangements
• Tax issues
• Closing the sale