Given that the M&A practice has been around for a long time, one would be forgiven for believing that lawyers have become proficient in the art of M&A as a matter of course. Yet, we approach each deal as a new puzzle\u2013laws change, industries evolve, and business conditions fluctuate constantly. Lawyers don multiple hats in an M&A deal but, at the heart of it, we are looking to fulfil the client\u2019s commercial objectives while minimizing the legal risks.<\/p>\n
One element common across all deals is their fast pace, which requires quick decision making on key risks to expedite closure. Since there is no one-size-fits-all formula, lawyers have become innovative in addressing the risks unique to each deal. This innovation is important because clients expect practical and solution-oriented advice that is actionable, rather than academic or theoretical. Another aspect is constant change in regulations, economic factors, and market trends. Keeping up with changes while anticipating the potential roadblocks smooths this process. Considering all the relevant factors, the object of lawyers is to structure each transaction in a manner that is sound from both commercial and legal standpoints. There has also been a seismic shift in the qualitative aspects of deal making. Parties and their advisers are approaching strategic deals in a more collaborative manner to not only ensure successful closure, but also to enable sustainable post-closing relationships, as many founders continue in operations.<\/p>\n
Any large-scale M&A has multiple stakeholders, whether these are investors or promoters or other interested parties. A lawyer\u2019s purpose is to address each stakeholders\u2019 interest while ensuring timely closure. It becomes a lawyer\u2019s job to efficiently manage the process and parallel work streams (including all approvals and documentation) and bring the deal to fruition within the commercially desired timeline.<\/p>\n
Given this context, in this webinar, we will be discussing:<\/p>\n
Given that the M&A practice has been around for a long time, one would be forgiven for believing that lawyers have become proficient in the art of M&A as a matter of course. Yet, we approach each deal as a new puzzle\u2013laws change, industries evolve, and business conditions fluctuate constantly. Lawyers don multiple hats in … <\/p>\n