The process of transformation, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) requires exceptional competence, experience and in-depth knowledge of commercial law – and this is precisely what our team provides. We begin with a legal analysis and identification of the client’s business goals, then determine the legal parameters and specifics of the transaction in order to propose an optimal structure and a staged plan for its implementation.
Our team offers full support during negotiations between the parties, drafts and reviews all required documentation, and provides representation before notaries, registers, and state or regulatory authorities. In addition, we support the public announcement and finalisation of the transaction, ensuring a successful and secure completion of all stages.
Structuring and Transaction Documentation
- Precise legal planning and structuring of the corporate transformation, with tailored options to fit the specific circumstances and goals of the client
- Drafting and negotiating offers and commercial documentation, including joint venture agreements, letters of intent, term sheets, preliminary contracts, shareholder agreements and sale or lease-of-enterprise transactions
- Comprehensive due diligence on companies and assets – covering corporate structure, real estate, commercial transactions, financial arrangements, permits and licences, competition compliance, intellectual property and legal risk assessment
Negotiations and Regulatory Compliance
- Representation in negotiations and advice on employment matters
- Negotiating and concluding agreements with trade unions
- Protection of the rights of minority shareholders and partners
- Obtaining the necessary authorisations from regulatory authorities
- Drafting official reports and applications, and registering transactions with the competent state and supervisory bodies
- Representation before administrative authorities and the Commission for Protection of Competition
Registration and Dispute Resolution
- Registration of changes in the Commercial Register and the Register of Non-Profit Legal Entities at the Registry Agency
- Procedural representation before courts and arbitration, ensuring comprehensive legal services during corporate transformations and transactions