"This is the colorful and dramatic biography of two of America's most controversial entrepreneurs: Moses Louis Annenberg, 'the racing wire king, ' who built his fortune in racketeering, invested it in publishing, and lost much of it in the biggest tax evasion case in United States history; and his son, Walter, launcher of TV Guide and Seventeen magazines and former ambassador to Great Britain."--Jacket.
Negotiations form the heart of mergers and acquisitions efforts, for their conclusions contain both anticipated and unforeseen implications. Don DePamphilis presents a summary of negotiating and deal structuring that captures its dynamic process, showing readers how brokers, bankers, accountants, attorneys, tax experts, managers, investors, and others must work together and what happens when they don't. Writtten for those who seek a broadly-based view of M&A and understand their own roles in the process, this book treads a middle ground between highly technical and dumbed-down descriptions of complex events. It mixes theory with case studies so the text is current and useful. Unique and practical, this book can add hard-won insights to anybody's list of M&A titles.. - Presents negotiation as a team effort - Includes all participants, from investment bankers to accountants and business managers - Emphasizes the interactive natures of decisions about assets, payments, and appropriate legal structures - Written for those who seek summarizing, non-technical information
Learn the "shop secrets" that can help you negotiate the labyrinths of mergers and acquisitions. This masterful resource analyzes the relevant law and provides a strong dose of practice. It includes advice on structuring deals, negotiating agreements, identifying issues and solving the real problems that are likely to arise during the acquisition. The authors, skilled veterans of numerous corporate transactions, provide expert practical guidance, from the planning stages to post-closing.Negotiated Acquisitions of Companies, Subsidiaries and Divisions is divided into several parts: planning transactions and advising boards; general and special provisions of the acquisitions agreement; and special topics, such as LBOs and troubled companies. You'll find everything from basic corporate, tax and accounting considerations to detailed analysis of representations, warranties, covenants and closing conditions. Novices as well as experienced practitioners will benefit from discussions of: mergers of equals; cash election mergers; fairness opinions; Sarbanes-Oxley; special committees of disinterested directors; intellectual property concerns; due diligence; and much more. You'll also learn about the latest developments, including techniques for handling economic uncertainty and stock market instability.
Reorganizations Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code is the most complete and up-to-date one-volume treatment of this important business-planning tool. It contains a thorough discussion of Chapter 11 law and practice, including significant changes in: exclusivity; key employee retention plans; pre-petition severance pay; the debtor's ability to retain turnaround specialists; conversion and dismissal of cases; the obligation of creditors' committees to share information with members of the constituencies; and the way in which small business and single-asset real estate cases are conducted. This authoritative volume also brings you legal analysis and practical guidance on such subjects as: bankruptcy court jurisdiction; voluntary and involuntary petitions; creditors' committees; managing and operating the debtor and its business, including obtaining post-petition financing; treatment of secured creditors; dealing with executory contracts and unexpired leases; filing and allowance of proofs of claims and interests; the content, modification and confirmation of plans of reorganization, including a discussion of how claims may be classified; the effect of plan confirmation; and post-confirmation appeals and plan consummation. Reorganizations Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code will keep you current on the latest statutory and regulatory developments while briefing you on the often conflicting decisions handed down by the courts
Please note this book has been updated. The new 2014 version (10th Edition) can be purchased here: http: //amzn.com/1880730685. This handbook contains everything an attorney needs to know to successfully prosecute a Chapter 11 bankruptcy case. It contains commentary and instructions on the preparation, filing and handling of small business cases under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. It covers the filing and handling of Chapter 11 cases for small businesses and individuals in any state or district. Ideal for attorneys with all levels of familiarity with Chapter 11, from attorneys who may not be familiar with Chapter 11 practice, to experienced attorneys. This handbook has helped more than 10,000 attorneys expand and perfect their Chapter 11 practice nationwide. This handbook contains: Instructions on handling every aspect of a Chapter 11 case, from the initial interview to the closing of the case; The complete text of the Federal Bankruptcy Rules and all applicable chapters of the Bankruptcy Code; Samples of the petitions, schedules, statements, motions and other documents used in Chapter 11 cases; Informative questions and answers about Chapter 11; Workouts and other nonbankruptcy alternatives; An explanation of the employment and compensation of the debtor's attorney in a Chapter 11 case; An explanation of when Chapter 11 is preferable to Chapter 7 or 13; An explanation of how to prepare and obtain approval of a Plan of Reorganization and a Disclosure Statement; An explanation of the confirmation process in Chapter 11 cases; And much more!
M&A Negotiations is an authoritative, insider's perspective on key strategies for representing and advising companies involved in an M&A event. Featuring partners and shareholders from some of the nation's leading firms, these experts guide the reader through the different phases of all types of mergers and acquisitions, detailing important laws, such as Sarbanes-Oxley, and offering forward looking tips on how M&A practices continue to change. These top lawyers reveal their advice on how to prepare a company for sale, how to conduct due diligence on a target company, how to negotiate a deal, and how to resolve potential disputes. From common client mistakes and components of client education to strategies for preparedness, including formulating effective integration plans and identifying red flags, these authors explain important factors in measuring successful transactions. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to navigating an increasingly-relevant and rapidly-expanding area of law. Chapters include: 1. Hal N. Schwartz, Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP ? ?M&A Basics for the Real World?; 2. Peter J. Barrett, Partner, Bruce W. Raphael, Partner, and Jennifer N. Oswitt, Contract Attorney, Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge LLP ? ?Structuring, Negotiating, and Consummating an M&A Transaction?; 3. Warren J. Casey, Esq., Partner, Pitney Hardin LLP ? ?Common Sense in Acquisitions?; 4. Stephen J. Coukos, Esq., Shareholder-Director, Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell PC ? ?Let's Make a Deal: M&A Processes and Issues?; 5. DavidFoltyn, Partner, Honigman Miller Schwartz and Lohn LLP ? ?The Two Sides of M&A: Representing Buyers and Sellers?; 6. John B. Frisch, Chairman & CEO, Miles & Stockbridge PC ? ?No Such Thing as a Perfect Deal: Due Diligence and Negotiation Strategies?; 7. Stephen Fraidin, Partner, Kirkland & Ellis LLP ? ?Avoiding Litigation in M&A Transactions?; 8. Michael R. Koblenz, Partner, Mound Cotton Wollan & Greengrass ? ?Mergers and Acquisitions: A Closer Look at Due Diligence and Negotiation Strategies? Appendices include: 1. Appendix A: Agreement and Plan of Reorganization 2. Appendix B: Form of Reciprical Confidentiality Agreement 3. Appendix C: Legal Due Diligence Request 4. Appendix D: Confidentiality Agreement 5. Appendix E: Share Purchase Agreement Supplemental Provisions 6. Appendix F: Agreement and Plan of Merger 7. Appendix G: Asset Purchase Agreement 8. Appendix H: Confidentiality and Non-competition Agreement 9. Appendix I: Letter of Intent Short Form (Non-Binding) 10. Appendix J: Letter of Intent Longer Form/Non-Binding With Alternate Binding Language 11. Appendix K: Sample Stock Purchase Agreement (1) 12. Appendix L: Sample Stock Purchase Agreement (2) 13. Appendix M: Draft Letter Re: Offer to Purchase Shares
Real-world advice for determining the most advantageous structure in a merger, acquisition, or buyout The actual structuring of a merger or acquisition is key to the success of the entire procedure. The Art of M&A Structuring explores ways to approach a deal as an investment and satisfy the often conflicting financial and operational goals of all parties, from buyers and sellers to investors and lenders. Written in the trademark Q&A style that made The Art of M&A a landmark business bestseller, this book is filled with real-world examples and cases. Decision makers in any organization will quickly find the M&A information and insights they need, including: Up-to-date GAAP and tax considerations Advantages and disadvantages of spin-offs and spin-outs Special considerations for off-balance-sheet transactions
This Chapter 11 bankruptcy book for attorneys contains everything an attorney needs to know to successfully prosecute a Chapter 11 bankruptcy case. It contains commentary and instructions on the preparation, filing and handling of small business cases under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. It covers the filing and handling of Chapter 11 cases for small businesses and individuals in any state or district. Ideal for attorneys with all levels of familiarity with Chapter 11, from attorneys who may not be familiar with Chapter 11 practice, to experienced attorneys. This handbook has helped more than 10,000 attorneys expand and perfect their practice nationwide.This handbook contains: Instructions on handling every aspect of a Chapter 11 case, from the initial interview to the closing of the case The complete text of the Federal Bankruptcy Rules and all applicable chapters of the Bankruptcy Code Samples of the petitions, schedules, statements, motions and other documents used in Chapter 11 cases Informative questions and answers about Chapter 11 Workouts and other nonbankruptcy alternatives An explanation of the employment and compensation of the debtors attorney in a Chapter 11 case An explanation of when Chapter 11 is preferable to Chapter 7 or 13 An explanation of how to prepare and obtain approval of a Plan of Reorganization and a Disclosure Statement An explanation of the confirmation process in Chapter 11 cases
Practical Guide to Mergers, Acquisitions and Business Sales (Second Edition) by seasoned business transaction attorney and author, Joseph B. Darby III, J.D., not only explains the tax aspects of buying and selling a business, but examines the special art of closing major business transactions successfully through an understanding of the tax consequences of the deal. Buying and selling a business is a challenging process. It involves rituals and interactions that are sometimes eerily similar to the courtship dynamic between a human couple. While many business courtships end in an economic marriage, plenty of others fail and for a variety of reasons. Many unsuccessful business negotiations could have made sense, but ultimately floundered, because negotiations went badly awry at some crucial point.
