Practice Areas
BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS
At WSK Law, our experienced business lawyers assist entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners in navigating the complexities of buying or selling a business. Whether you’re acquiring an existing company, selling your life’s work, or transitioning ownership, we provide the strategic legal guidance you need to ensure a smooth and successful transaction.
Buying Or Selling A Business? We Can Help!
The right legal team can make all the difference when buying or selling a business. Let us guide you through the process with confidence. Contact us today for a consultation and take the first step toward a successful transaction!
Our Services
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Drafting and Reviewing Agreements
Asset purchase agreements, share purchase agreements, and related documents. -
Due Diligence
Assessing financial, legal, and operational risks before finalizing a deal. -
Structuring Transactions
Advising on the best legal and tax-efficient structure for your purchase or sale. -
Regulatory Compliance
Ensuring adherence to all necessary industry and legal regulations. -
Employment & Transition Planning
Addressing employee matters, non-compete clauses, and transitional support. -
Closing & Post-Sale Support
Overseeing final steps to complete the transaction and ensuring a seamless handover.
- Drafting and Reviewing Agreements
- Due Diligence
- Structuring Transactions
- Regulatory Compliance
- Employment & Transition Planning
- Closing & Post-Sale Support
- Asset purchase agreements, share purchase agreements, and related documents.
- Assessing financial, legal, and operational risks before finalizing a deal.
- Advising on the best legal and tax-efficient structure for your purchase or sale.
- Ensuring adherence to all necessary industry and legal regulations.
- Addressing employee matters, non-compete clauses, and transitional support.
- Overseeing final steps to complete the transaction and ensuring a seamless handover.
Key Considerations When Buying Or Selling A Business
One of the most crucial aspects of a business transfer is the existing lease. Can it be assigned? Does the landlord’s consent need to be obtained? What are the lease terms, and when does it expire? We help you evaluate these critical factors to ensure there are no surprises.
Does the business have professionally drafted employment agreements? If not, the buyer may face risks when assuming employees under unwritten or poorly drafted agreements. We help assess these risks and provide solutions to ensure a smooth transition.
The structure of the transaction significantly impacts tax liability, legal obligations, and business continuity. We guide you through the differences and help determine the best structure for your situation.
What’s the Difference? ~ Think of an asset purchase like shopping at a grocery store: you pick and choose exactly what you want to buy, whether that’s equipment, inventory, or customer lists, while leaving behind anything you don’t want, like debts or liabilities. On the other hand, a share purchase is like buying the entire grocery store—you get everything inside, including the good (brand reputation, assets) and the bad (debts, legal obligations). We help you determine the best structure for your situation and ensure you fully understand what you’re acquiring or selling.
LEASES & LANDLORD CONSENT
One of the most crucial aspects of a business transfer is the existing lease. Can it be assigned? Does the landlord’s consent need to be obtained? What are the lease terms, and when does it expire? We help you evaluate these critical factors to ensure there are no surprises.
EMPLOYEE AGREEMENTS & LIABILITIES
Does the business have professionally drafted employment agreements? If not, the buyer may face risks when assuming employees under unwritten or poorly drafted agreements. We help assess these risks and provide solutions to ensure a smooth transition.
ASSET PURCHASE VS. SHARE PURCHASE
The structure of the transaction significantly impacts tax liability, legal obligations, and business continuity. We guide you through the differences and help determine the best structure for your situation.
What’s the Difference? ~ Think of an asset purchase like shopping at a grocery store: you pick and choose exactly what you want to buy, whether that’s equipment, inventory, or customer lists, while leaving behind anything you don’t want, like debts or liabilities. On the other hand, a share purchase is like buying the entire grocery store—you get everything inside, including the good (brand reputation, assets) and the bad (debts, legal obligations). We help you determine the best structure for your situation and ensure you fully understand what you’re acquiring or selling.
Why Choose WSK Law For Your Business Transaction?
Comprehensive Legal Support
We handle all aspects of the transaction, from due diligence and contract negotiation to closing and post-sale matters.
Efficient and Transparent Process
We work diligently to streamline transactions while keeping you informed every step of the way.
Risk Management
We identify and mitigate potential legal risks to protect your interests.
Maximizing Sale Value
We assist sellers in structuring their business to maximize its value before a sale.
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