Private Company Acquisitions

Course level

Introductory

Delegates

This course will be of benefit to legal practitioners new this area of law.

Overview

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the practices and procedures involved in private company and asset/business acquisitions. Using case studies and practical examples delegates will be provided with a thorough grounding in this field and will gain the confidence needed in order to deliver accurate, effective advice.

Topics covered on this course will include

• The process and the documents involved at each stage
• The principal structures and the differences between them
• How to conduct a due diligence exercise and identify key issues
• The different perspectives of the buyer and seller in relation to a share purchase agreement
• Identifying the key negotiating points in relation to warranties and indemnities
• Dealing with practical issues in relation to exchange and completion
• The different factors involved in financing the acquisition
• Advising on structuring deferred consideration

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