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Private Company Transactions

Purchase and Sale of Closely Held Corporations or Their Assets

G&P represents clients in the purchase, sale or merger of closely held corporations or their assets. With offices in New York City, our lawyers work with the owners of family and closely held businesses throughout the United States.

Protecting Your Interests in a Significant Transaction

The purchase or sale of a business is a significant and critical transaction for a business owner/entrepreneur. This is also a time when it is necessary to seek the advice of an experienced lawyer to structure the transaction and protect your interests.

Our attorneys manage all of the services that may be required to merge, buy or sell a business or its assets, including:

  • Preparation of term sheets and letters of intent
  • Due diligence
  • Drafting and reviewing purchase, merger, standstill, non-compete and employment agreements
  • Business organization and restructuring
  • Limiting exposure and liability of shareholders
  • Asset-backed financing
  • Convertible debt financing

Our lawyers are experienced in protecting and preserving the value of assets, limiting the exposure and liability of shareholders, and structuring transactions with a view to possible exit strategies and taking advantage of available tax strategies in consultation with a company's tax advisor.

For More Information

To discuss a merger, acquisition or sale of a closely held business with a lawyer at Gottbetter & Partners, LLP, in New York City, call 866.586.4098 or fill out the contact form on this Web site.