Our team advises on jurisdiction choice, governing law and regulatory approvals. We structure transactions through asset or share sales, joint ventures and special purpose vehicles, carry out robust due diligence and coordinate antitrust compliance. Post‑transaction, we assist with integration and corporate governance to ensure the combined entity operates smoothly.
To ensure a successful outcome, we begin by understanding your commercial rationale and risk appetite. We then help you decide whether to structure the deal as a share purchase, asset purchase or joint venture, taking into account tax impacts, transferability of licences and contracts, and regulatory approvals. Our due‑diligence team reviews corporate documents, regulatory compliance, litigation risks, employee contracts, pensions, intellectual property portfolios and environmental liabilities. Where multiple jurisdictions are involved, we work with local counsel to identify legal requirements for transfer of shares or assets, compliance with foreign investment restrictions, and registration of security interests. We draft and negotiate term sheets, heads of agreement and purchase agreements that allocate risk through warranties, indemnities and price adjustments. On closing, we coordinate filings, secure antitrust clearance and ensure that conditions precedent are satisfied. After completion, we advise on transitional services agreements, corporate governance frameworks and integration planning to ensure the businesses operate as one. In joint ventures, we draft shareholders agreements to govern board composition, capital contributions, profit sharing and exit mechanisms.
Working with us means your deal is designed to minimise risk, meet tax and transfer‑pricing requirements and secure regulatory consent. Thorough due diligence and clear documentation protect your interests and provide certainty throughout negotiations and closing. We strive to make the process efficient so that management can focus on achieving strategic objectives.
Beyond the obvious legal mechanics, a well‑structured cross‑border transaction brings operational and cultural benefits. Careful planning avoids duplication and identifies synergies in supply chains, intellectual property and human resources. We also consider political risk, currency exposure and local employment regulations. Proper structuring helps optimise tax positions across jurisdictions and anticipates the challenges of repatriating profits. Because due diligence covers not only financial and legal compliance but also ESG and reputational factors, you gain a fuller picture of your target. This 360‑degree view allows you to negotiate with confidence, avoid costly surprises and build trust with sellers, regulators and employees. Importantly, having experienced counsel manage a complex timetable across time zones and jurisdictions allows your management team to stay focused on day‑to‑day business while still achieving growth through acquisition.
We have significant experience in cross‑border transactions and understand the interplay between common‑law and civil‑law jurisdictions. Our lawyers deliver practical advice and act as your strategic partner, drawing on a network of local experts to ensure compliance and cultural awareness.
Our track record includes advising multinational corporations, private equity sponsors and family‑owned businesses on deals spanning Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America. We assemble multidisciplinary teams that bring together corporate, tax, finance and employment lawyers as well as specialists in antitrust and data protection. Because cultural nuance can make or break a deal, we work with local advisers who understand business practices, negotiation styles and government expectations. We also deploy project‑management tools to coordinate tasks across advisers and ensure milestones are met. Clients appreciate our ability to work across time zones, our transparent fee structures and our commitment to keeping you fully informed. When unexpected issues arise, we have the experience to offer practical solutions without derailing the transaction.