Mergers, Acquistions and Disposals
Mergers, Acquistions and Disposals
Buying, selling, merging, or exiting a business is high-stakes. With 40+ years’ experience, Franklins’ Corporate & Commercial team structures transactions that are legally sound, commercially aligned, and delivered with minimal disruption.
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What are Mergers, Acquisitions & Disposals?
M&A covers the sale and purchase of shares or business assets, mergers and joint ventures, as well as planned exits. The right structure, documentation and diligence protect value, reduce risk, and keep the deal moving to completion.
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Our M&A Services
For Buyers
Deal strategy and heads of terms (share or asset purchase)
Legal due diligence (corporate, contracts, employment/TUPE, IP/IT, property, data protection, disputes)
Drafting and negotiating SPAs/APAs, warranties, indemnities and limitations of liability
Conditions precedent and regulatory/consents management
Completion, funds flow and post-completion actions
For Sellers
Pre-sale legal due diligence and “clean-up” to maximise value
Buyer Q&A management and data room support
Heads of terms, exclusivity and confidentiality
Drafting and negotiating transaction documents and disclosure letter
Completion deliverables and post-completion support
Structuring the Transaction
Share vs. asset deal analysis (risk, tax, operational impact)
Group reorganisations and hive-ups/downs prior to sale
Consideration mechanics (cash, deferred, earn-out, loan notes)
Collaboration with accountants and tax advisers
Exit Strategies
Trade sale or investor buy-in
Management buy-outs (MBOs) and buy-ins (MBIs)
Family succession and staged exits
Mergers and joint ventures
Cross-Border & Sector Considerations
Co-ordination with local counsel for overseas elements
Sector-specific approvals and notifications where applicable
Project Management & Completion
Timetables and condition tracking
Funds flow, completion deliverables and filings
Post-completion actions and integration support
Corporate & Commercial
Why Choose Franklins Solicitors for
MA & Disposals
With dedicated IP knowledge and commercial insight, we combine technical expertise with practical business sense. Our solicitors are experienced in guiding companies across all sectors, ensuring your intellectual property is both protected and aligned with your growth strategy
