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Legal Due Diligence
Legal Due Diligence
This is as true for foreign companies coming to the United States as it is for American
companies moving abroad: Different legal environments bring new risks. Accordingly, they
require proper assessment.
When looking into acquiring a company in a foreign jurisdiction, shop around among the
local legal firms, seeing which ones best fit your requirements in terms of service and cost.
If the transaction is closed, the relationship with this legal team may become long-term, so
it’s worth putting extra time in at the outset to make sure it’s a fit for your firm.
Conclusion
The conclusion is simple: Conduct high-quality legal due diligence now to minimize the
chances of unwanted legal liabilities after the transaction has closed.
The universe of legal issues in M&A is too complex to leave to chance. By conducting a
thorough LDD, you give your acquisition every chance to create long-term shareholder value.