Category: Corporate Law

One of the most critical points of negotiation in many business mergers is the companies’ debts. Corporate debt can play an outsized role in a merger transaction, including determining company valuation and merger price, transaction terms, or even whether the merger happens. Understanding business debt in the context of a merger...

In recent years, many companies have shifted their thinking regarding corporate governance. Rather than focusing on financial performance, business leaders have expanded their view to consider broader or longer-term consequences of corporate decisions, such as effects on the company workforce, the environment, or society. New trends in corporate governance include ESG...

Successor corporations offer many potential advantages to both the company selling its assets and the one making the purchase. The seller may be looking to retire, require capital to start a new business venture, or be unable to continue managing the company. Whatever the case, they will enjoy a payoff for the...

Some of the most complex transactions organizations can be involved in are mergers and acquisitions. In great part, this is because mergers and acquisitions have tax ramifications, impacting taxes at both the state and federal levels.

Lawyers well-versed in business law can guide you through the challenging and...

Merger and acquisition deals are tricky transactions that require guidance from business law professionals. One crucial consideration you must have as either the buyer or the seller of the target company is how to structure the earn-out. Learn more about earn-outs in mergers and acquisitions and how to make them work...

If you’re ready to turn your craft or hobby into a business, you’re probably considering opening an Etsy shop. That’s a great idea. The e-commerce website generated $2.6 billion in 2022 alone. Independent sellers appreciate how easy the Etsy platform is to use. You can have your own store up...

If you follow any type of financial news, you have probably heard the term “holding company” before. It often comes up, especially when discussing taxes or the assets of millionaires. But what exactly is a holding company?

Basics of a Holding Company

Traditional companies produce...

Transferring ownership of a small business or franchise can be a complicated process. A business owner needs to consider how they wish to make the transfer and whether they want to transfer full or partial ownership. Even when you have a clear-cut idea of the type of transfer you’re seeking, the...

The most crucial aspect when buying a business is to ensure that the business does not have any underlying issues. If there are any problems, it is essential to make sure that the responsibility for those issues does not transfer to the new owner.

Once you find a business...