A Careful Transfer: Business Succession is More Than Just Transferring Shares. Who gains control, and how do you divide ownership amongst children who do […]
Read moreBuying out a shareholder Whether you are leaving yourself or buying out another shareholder: the price, payment and terms determine […]
Read morePreparing your business for sale Thorough preparation maximises the proceeds and prevents delays. Marxman helps you tie up any loose legal ends […]
Read moreDue diligence: knowing what you’re buying Before you sign, you need to assess the company: its financial figures, contracts, staff and risks. […]
Read moreWhy have a shareholders’ agreement? The articles of association cover the basics, but many practical arrangements are best set out in a shareholders’ agreement: who decides what, how […]
Read moreDeadlock and stalemate In the event of a 50/50 split or a deadlocked board, the company may come to a standstill. Marxman advises on how […]
Read moreThe acquisition process An acquisition involves a series of fixed steps: a letter of intent (LOI), a due diligence review, the purchase agreement with warranties and indemnities, and […]
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