Page 10 of 16. Practical M&A and securities guidance from deal counsel.
Legal requirements for SBA 7(a) business acquisition loans that financial guides miss: APA restrictions, personal guarantee scope, equity injection documentation, closing conditions, and franchise directory compliance. From M&A counsel.
Apr 3, 2026
The most common due diligence failures that cause acquisitions to collapse or cost buyers hundreds of thousands after closing. Legal, financial, and operational mistakes to avoid.
Mar 30, 2026
Why business acquisitions fail and what buyers can do differently. The structural, financial, and legal causes of deal collapse and post-closing failure, from experienced M&A counsel.
Mar 30, 2026
Why hiring an M&A attorney before signing a letter of intent protects your deal. LOI traps, exclusivity risks, and purchase price structure mistakes that cost buyers hundreds of thousands.
Mar 30, 2026
How to know when your business is ready for sale. Financial readiness, owner dependency, market timing, and the legal preparation that determines whether you sell at full value or leave money on the table.
Mar 30, 2026
What business brokers do well, what they do not cover, and the legal gaps that cost buyers and sellers in mid-market transactions. A factual guide to broker limitations from M&A counsel.
Mar 30, 2026
Blue sky law compliance guide for startups. Covers fundraising, employee stock options, multi-state operations, and common compliance gaps that surface during due diligence.
Mar 27, 2026
Regulation D blue sky filing guide. State-by-state notice filing requirements for Rule 506(b) and 506(c) offerings. Form D timing, fees, and compliance deadlines.
Mar 27, 2026
Rule 701 exemption for compensatory equity plans. Covers stock options, RSUs, and employee equity. State blue sky filing requirements, disclosure thresholds, and common compliance pitfalls.
Mar 27, 2026
What a sell-side M&A attorney does, when to hire one, and how they protect sellers in $5M+ business sales. APA review, rep and warranty negotiation, non-compete analysis.
Mar 27, 2026
How federal and state securities laws interact. NSMIA preemption, covered securities, when state registration is still required, and how to navigate dual compliance.
Mar 27, 2026
Asset deal or stock deal? Compare tax treatment, liability exposure, purchase price allocation, and 338(h)(10) election mechanics. A practicing M&A attorney breaks down which structure actually protects you.
Feb 24, 2026
Business partnership breaking down? Learn the business divorce process - from operating agreement review to partner buyout or dissolution. Understand the 5 triggers, your legal options, and how to protect your equity. Confidential strategy call with Alex Lubyansky.
Feb 24, 2026
Everything you need to know about business purchase agreements - the 12 critical sections, asset vs. stock structure, purchase price allocation, common deal-killing mistakes, and when to hire an M&A attorney. From experienced M&A counsel.
Feb 24, 2026
How to buy or sell a dental practice. Complete guide covering dental practice valuation, DSO acquisitions, asset vs stock deals, associate-to-owner transitions, and what sellers need to know. Attorney analysis from Alex Lubyansky.
Feb 24, 2026
What should a distribution agreement include? Complete guide to exclusive vs non-exclusive distribution, territory rights, pricing controls, termination provisions, and compliance requirements. Attorney analysis from Alex Lubyansky.
Feb 24, 2026
Considering an ESOP to exit your business? Learn the tax advantages, eligibility requirements, the full ESOP process, and why you need specialized legal counsel. Talk to Alex Lubyansky.
Feb 24, 2026
What is a franchise agreement and what should you look for? Complete legal guide covering FDD requirements, territory rights, royalty structures, renewal terms, and negotiation strategies. Attorney analysis from Alex Lubyansky.
Feb 24, 2026
What is an MSO in healthcare and how does it work? Complete guide to management services organization structure, corporate practice of medicine compliance, MSO agreements, and DSO models. Attorney analysis from Alex Lubyansky.
Feb 24, 2026
LLC partner dispute? Learn what constitutes a breach of operating agreement, your legal options for deadlock resolution, and when to pursue a buyout. Confidential strategy call with Alex Lubyansky.
Feb 24, 2026
Planning to buy out your business partner? Complete guide to valuation, deal structure, buyout agreements, and transition - from voluntary buyouts to forced separations. Experienced M&A counsel from Alex Lubyansky.
Feb 24, 2026
PPM guide: 7 required disclosure sections, Reg D exemption rules (506b vs 506c), typical cost ($15K-$50K), and the 4 mistakes that trigger SEC enforcement. Updated for 2026.
Feb 24, 2026
Purchase price allocation determines how much tax you pay after buying or selling a business. Learn the 7 IRS asset classes, buyer vs. seller incentives, and how to negotiate this critical clause. From experienced M&A counsel.
Feb 24, 2026
Understanding Regulation D exemptions for raising capital? Complete guide to Rule 504, 506(b), and 506(c) - investor requirements, filing obligations, and how to choose the right exemption. Securities counsel from Alex Lubyansky.
Feb 24, 2026
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