M&A Fundamentals and Trends

The last few years, the mergers and acquisitions market has been white hot, featuring competitive bidding processes, high valuations, fast-track closings and seller-friendly risk allocations.  This program will walk participants through the key components of the M&A process, and highlight at each stage important considerations and deal points for buyers and sellers.   Topics covered will include:  

• An overview of the current M&A environment and future expectations  
• Targets: Laying the ground work for a successful acquisition years in advance (e.g., corporate structure, commercial contract terms, management equity incentives)
• Engaging an investment banker, running a process and the importance of the letter of intent
• Deal structure and tax considerations
• Key M&A transaction documents and terms (e.g., form of consideration, allocation of risk, non-competes and closing conditions)

Speakers:  Alex Allemann and Ricky Torlincasi with Winstead P.C.

Please join us at 12 noon for lunch and then the CLE will be from 12:30-1:30 p.m.