M&A Purchase Agreements 101: Understanding Key Terms From Buyer’s and Seller’s Perspective
Recording of a 60-minute premium CLE video webinar with Q&A
This CLE webinar will provide new attorneys with a section-by-section analysis of the common terms and conditions found in most M&A purchase agreements. The speaker will discuss the key differences between an asset purchase agreement and a stock purchase agreement, the general structure of a purchase agreement, and drafting strategies when you represent the buyer or seller.
Outline
- Introduction: M&A purchase agreements—major sections and legal structure
- Key provisions in stock purchase agreements
- Key provisions in asset purchase agreements
- Representations and warranty insurance
- Negotiating and drafting tips from the perspective of the buyer and seller
- Anticipating and avoiding common drafting and enforcement issues
- Practitioner pointers
Benefits
The panel will review these and other key issues:
- What are some issues unique to asset purchase acquisitions and stock purchase acquisitions that deal counsel should take into consideration when negotiating purchase agreements?
- What are the key provisions to include and pitfalls to avoid when drafting an asset or stock purchase agreement?
- What is the role of representations and warranty insurance, and how can it affect the terms of the purchase agreement?
- What are the most commonly disputed issues in purchase agreement negotiations, and what are some effective drafting strategies for resolving them?
Faculty
James P. Greifzu
Partner
Wiggin and Dana
Mr. Greifzu represents corporate and individual clients in connection with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures,... | Read More
Mr. Greifzu represents corporate and individual clients in connection with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, commercial agreements, and other complex corporate transactions and related corporate governance matters. He advises clients across multiple industries, including manufacturing, retail, pharmaceutical, biotech, medical cannabis, and several services sectors. Mr. Greifzu has experience representing acquirers, issuers, and financial advisors in private and public offerings of equity securities in connection with merger and acquisition transactions.
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