Mergers & Acquisitions Solicitors in Birmingham

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Since 2014, we have been helping private and corporate clients buy and sell businesses in the UK. With our litigation specialism, you can rest assured that you will have ideal terms for your merger contract.

So far, we have advised numerous high-profile commercial clients on mergers and acquisitions law. As members of The Law Society’s Lawyers For Your Business Scheme, we are proud to offer free, non-obligation initial consultations with our corporate law specialists. Our lawyers have been recognised by the Legal 500 for their commercial acumen and outstanding client service.

Our Areas of Expertise

In our extensive experience working with mergers and acquisitions law, we have overseen and managed dozens of transfers, ranging from small management buy-outs to massive public company takeovers. We regularly advise on:

• Private company takeovers
• Public company takeovers (including privatisation sales)
• Asset acquisitions
• Share transfers
• Management buy-outs
• Employee ownership trusts

The type of sale you opt for depends on the ownership of your company. Typically, share transfers are more tax-efficient for the seller, though they are only possible for incorporated companies. For sole traders and partnerships, you can only sell the company via an asset sale unless you plan on incorporating it before the sale.

Buyers should look to buy assets as it means you can avoid unwanted liabilities. If you find yourself in a share transfer, we can minimise these liabilities and help you acquire a company without unnecessary risks.

Our Merger and Acquisition Law Services

Whatever your business transaction involves, we are there for you throughout the process to answer any questions and address your concerns. When you enlist our help, we:

Identify Legal Issues 

Whenever you enter a merger agreement, legal hurdles inevitably arise. With our help, you can navigate difficult waters and protect yourself. 

Create Sale Road Maps

Planning is vital when transferring business assets. We produce a clear timeline of events and schedule the entire process so that you know exactly what happens and when. 

Manage Tax Implications

Both parties pay tax on a business acquisition. With our financial advice, you can understand the tax implications of the sale and address structure needs. 

Get Third Party Consent

Often, a company for sale has contractual obligations to third parties and requires their permission to complete the transaction. We obtain their consent for you and ensure that everything can proceed smoothly.

Negotiate and Close the Deal

Signing the contract is the most important step, and we ensure your interests are acknowledged when that pen hits the dotted line. We are specialist litigators and have managed hundreds of sale negotiations. 

Resolve Claims and Breaches

As with any sale agreement, breaches and claims are always possible and often very stressful. We remove this pressure with litigation expertise, representing your best interests at any hearing or negotiation.

Types of Corporate and M&A Deals

Our corporate lawyers have extensive experience advising on a range of corporate and M&A deals, including:

• Bank funded transactions
• Company purchases and sales
• Collaboration agreements and joint ventures
• Cross-border mergers and acquisitions
• Director and shareholder exits
• Management buy-in deals
• Management buyout deals
• Private equity deals
• Share purchases and sales

Who Can We Help?

We are immensely proud to represent both corporate and private clients, helping anyone with mergers and acquisitions law. Our support is available to anyone, including:

• Private Companies
• Public Companies
• Private Clients
• Institutional Investors

Whether you are in finance, tech, retail, manufacturing, construction or any other industry, we will help you navigate your merger or acquisition.

Do I Need a M&A Solicitor?

Seeking advice from an experienced solicitor can make a real difference to the success of the transaction. We will identify any issues and ensure that the transaction aligns with your commercial goals.

Whether you are acquiring or disposing of a business, it is important to consider whether the transaction will be completed through a sale of assets or shares. Both scenarios require careful consideration to ensure a beneficial outcome. For sellers, there are tax benefits of selling shares. For buyers, on the other hand, acquiring a business will usually be more attractive than acquiring shares. After all, this allows buyers to establish which of the seller’s assets they would like to acquire and which liabilities they are prepared to assume. If you are a buyer, we will help you minimise the risk of taking on unwanted liabilities.

Why Choose Witan Solicitors?

Our lawyers have a wealth of experience in this practice area and work in partnership with our clients to achieve successful transactions. To ensure that your commercial goals are met, we provide practical advice. We offer our commercial clients the below benefits.

• Over 100 years of combined legal experience in this area
• Practical advice on mergers and acquisitions law
• Proven track record of helping high-profile clients conduct successful transactions
• Appropriate and proportionate budgeting

Our Offices

Our corporate lawyers work throughout Birmingham, London and Northampton and are on hand to support you throughout your merger or acquisition.