Unless you have been avoiding financial news and market analysts during 2020 and 2021, you have heard discussions regarding Special Purpose Acquisition Company(ies) (“SPACs”). SPACs have been around for decades, but their use has recently skyrocketed as companies consider alternative exit strategies during the Covid-19 pandemic, as it created uncertainty on the public and Initial Public Offering (“IPO”) market.… Read More
Strong secular trends, supportive financial markets, and concerns surrounding unknown changes to upcoming tax legislation have fueled a surge of activity in the area of mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”). The trend is expected to continue as companies seek a competitive edge in a post-pandemic environment.
Once you have made the decision to pursue an M&A transaction, the next phase of the process is designed to accelerate progress toward a deal or abandon it altogether.
CEO Michelle Jacko’s article, What You Need to Know About M&As and Business Transitions, was published in the February 2021 issue of Lawyer Monthly Magazine.… Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a widespread impact on businesses of all sizes, with some companies forced to cut operations, limit hours or reviewing other strategic alternatives. Many distressed companies are considering all options to relive the pressures, which include raising operating capital, downsizing office space, laying off staff, and/or applying for Small Business Association Loans or other loans.… Read More
Whether you are considering a merger, acquisition, asset purchase or some other type of business transaction involving a competitor or compatible business, the number of factors that must be considered can be overwhelming.
The LawTV Video 4: Navigating a Successful Merger or Acquisition… Read More
Once you have a good sense of whether a merger or acquisition is appropriate to your long-term needs, there are a number of next steps that you should take before making any sort of deal.
Adding a new company to your business portfolio can be the change that sparks massive growth for your business or triggers the decline of eventual financial ruin. Fortunately, with thorough research and guidance from experienced legal counsel, the risks of buying a company or merging your company with another company can be significantly reduced.
Legal Tip for Jacko Law Group titled Advisory Firm Acquisition Considerations was written in July, 2019.… Read More