It is not uncommon at some point in the life of a business for that business to be acquired by a new owner. A variety of motivations can exist for transferring the ownership of a business, such as retirement, a desire to "cash out", a desire to diversity, or an opportunity to combine the prospects of a business with another.

The Key is Planning

Mergers and acquisitions require extensive planning and preparation. If you plan on purchasing or selling a business, consulting with our business law attorneys could save you time and money. At The Gilliford Law Firm, Chtd., we work closely with tax experts and accountants in determining the financial and tax implications of  a merger and/or acquisition. Our legal representation extends from assisting you in locating a professional to help in the due diligence process, through determination of the purchase price and terms, negotiation of Employment and Non-Compete Agreements, structuring and negotiating the actual Purchase Agreement, warranties and indemnification terms, and analyzing tax law considerations.

Avoiding Costly Pitfalls in the Process

When drafting or reviewing purchase or sales agreements, we identify potential liabilities and alert you to vulnerabilities that could threaten your financial health. Preventative in nature, our approach ensures legal protection for our clients by maintaining clear lines of responsibility and means for legal redress in the event of malfeasance on the part of the other party.

Protect your investment and financial future - contact the Kansas merger and acquisitions lawyers at The Gilliford Law Firm. Located in Overland Park, we maintain attorneys on staff that represent business owners throughout the State of Kansas, and the western portions of Missouri.
Buying or Selling a Business

The attorneys at The Gilliford Law Firm, Chtd. assist clients in all phases of Buying or Selling a Business (commonly referred to as Mergers & Acquisitions), including transaction structure, negotiation, and document preparation and review. The business law attorneys at The Gilliford Law Firm, Chtd. counsel and represent clients in regard to the following issues associated with mergers and acquisitions:

•  Review of debts / assets of the Business
•  Review of contract terms and conditions as to the purchase or sale
•  Analyses of tax implications
•  Legal issues associated with indemnification after the transaction is complete

Contact The Gilliford Law Firm Today

The potential liabilities and transitions involved within every merger and acquisition can be confusing. Financial information must be prepared and a number of documents must be filed. Our mergers and acquisitions attorneys carefully shepherd clients through the process, relieving them of the added burden and worry associated with what can be a very involved, protracted process.

One of our most important roles is to work with clients, as well as their accountants and financial planners in developing the best financing structure. Avoid complications and potential financial problems - contact the Kansas mergers and acquisitions lawyers at The Gilliford Law Firm today.