Getting to Yes: Negotiating Private M&A Agreements

Clients expect their deal counsel to bring a broad knowledge of transactional negotiation, including an understanding of the spectrum of typical buyer and seller positions. They also expect counsel will leverage this expertise to be the critical problem solver to deliver a timely agreement. This checklist provides an overview of key negotiating points to keep in mind when negotiating acquisition agreements for private M&A deals.  

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