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Mergers & Acquisitions
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M&A Support That Keeps Your Business Moving Forward
Mergers and acquisitions can open the door to big opportunities—but they also come with high stakes and complex decisions.
Whether you’re combining forces with another business or taking on a new venture through acquisition, having the right legal partner helps you move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.
How We Can Help
Mergers and acquisitions are high-stakes deals that require strategic legal guidance. Our lawyers help you navigate the process—conducting due diligence, negotiating terms, managing risk, and handling every legal detail—so you can close with confidence and focus on what’s next.
What is A Merger?
A merger is when two companies come together to form a single entity. There are two types of mergers:
A horizontal merger occurs when two companies in the same industry and at the same stage of production—often competitors—combine. The goal is usually to increase market share, reduce competition, or achieve economies of scale.
A vertical merger involves companies at different stages of the supply chain—for example, a manufacturer merging with a supplier or distributor. This type of merger aims to improve efficiency, reduce costs, or gain more control over the production process.
What Is An Acquisition?
An acquisition is when one company acquires another company. There are three types of acquisitions:
A Leveraged Acquisition is when a buyer uses a significant amount of borrowed money (leverage) to finance the purchase of another company. The assets of the target company often serve as collateral for the loan. It’s common in private equity deals.
A Friendly Acquisition occurs when both the acquiring and target companies agree to the terms of the deal. Management from both sides collaborates to complete the acquisition smoothly
In a Hostile Acquisition, the target company does not consent to the takeover. The acquiring company bypasses the target's management and goes directly to shareholders, often through a tender offer or proxy fight.