Mergers and Acquisitions

Business acquisitions and sales represent significant milestones that require strategic planning and experienced legal guidance. Capes Sokol assists buyers, sellers, investors, and closely held companies through every stage of a transaction, helping clients identify risks, maximize value, and achieve their business objectives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an asset sale and a stock sale?

An asset sale transfers selected business assets and liabilities, while a stock sale transfers ownership interests in the business entity itself.

What is due diligence?

Due diligence is the process of reviewing financial, legal, operational, tax, employment, and contractual information before completing a transaction.  It helps to identify concerns and provides the buyer opportunity to mitigate risks.

When should legal counsel become involved in an acquisition?

Engaging counsel early can help identify risks, structure transactions efficiently, and avoid costly issues later in the process. Ideally, counsel would be involved during the negotiation of the Letter of Intent/Memorandum of Understanding.