Preparing your Business for Sale
We completed over thirty company sales in the past twelve months. Given the economic climate, this was a great result. In all cases, our clients succeeded in part because they prepared well for sale (or we prepared them). Whilst we are constantly pushing our deals to get over the line (by developing a good relationship with the advisers to the buyer, by identifying and resolving issues early, by shrewd judgment, etc.), we see lots of practical reasons why deals founder. In this e-shot, practitioners across our firm report on how to avoid the pitfalls and, conversely, what you can do to enhance your chances of a successful sale. Mark Lucas
Partner
Company Commercial Team | 
Rebecca Glazebrook comments on the importance of getting your house in order prior to sale/investment.
Jonathan Steele looks at contractual issues when preparing a company for sale.
David Ludlow explains how possible pitfalls in employment records may impact a company sale.
One of the most crucial issues, but often one of lowest on the list, Ena Hunter comments.
Tanuja Sellahewa comments on property issues that may impact company sales.
Nick Phillips advises on how to avoid any issues relating intellectual property ownership.
Paul Green comments on how pending litigation can have an effect on a transaction.
