Buying a business is one of the highest-stakes decisions you will make. Our Seattle business acquisition lawyers bring 15+ years of transaction experience and personal Managing Partner involvement to every deal, guiding buyers through acquisitions across Technology, E-commerce, Cloud Computing with the strategic precision and speed your timeline demands.
Our managing partner provides selective business acquisition law counsel to clients in Seattle and nationwide, including:
We engage selectively with capitalized founders and investors in Seattle and nationwide:
Seattle's M&A market is heavily influenced by the presence of Amazon, Microsoft, and Boeing, which create a massive ecosystem of technology vendors, cloud services companies, and aerospace suppliers ripe for acquisition. The region's strength in cloud computing, AI, and SaaS has made it the second-largest tech M&A market after the Bay Area. Biotech activity is growing rapidly, anchored by the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and Allen Institute.
Seattle deal valuations for tech companies approach Bay Area levels but with slightly less competition. The concentration of technical talent means acquired companies can scale engineering teams faster than in most markets.
Washington state has no personal income tax, making it attractive for founders considering exits and for acquirers looking to relocate talent. The region's tech ecosystem ensures a steady pipeline of growth-stage companies seeking acquisition.
Washington's non-compete statute (RCW 49.62) voids non-competes for employees earning under approximately $120,000 annually (adjusted for inflation) and limits duration to 18 months, which affects workforce retention strategies post-acquisition.
Our experience with Pacific Northwest technology companies provides deep understanding of the region's business culture and regulatory landscape.
A structured, methodical approach to business acquisition law
We review the target business, your acquisition goals, and the proposed deal terms to develop a strategic game plan tailored to your specific situation.
Managing Partner Alex Lubyansky leads a thorough investigation of the target's contracts, liabilities, intellectual property, and regulatory standing to surface risks before you commit.
We structure the transaction to optimize risk allocation and negotiate purchase agreements, employment agreements, and ancillary documents that protect your interests.
We manage the closing checklist, coordinate with lenders and third parties, and ensure every condition is satisfied so your deal closes on schedule.
After the deal closes, we assist with purchase price adjustments, earnout calculations, transition matters, and any post-closing disputes that arise.
Submit your transaction details for a preliminary assessment by our managing partner.
Your transaction details are under review. If there is alignment, we will be in touch.
Meanwhile, feel free to call us directly at (248) 266-2790
Common questions from Seattle clients
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Key considerations for sellers navigating the M&A process with legal representation.
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Read guideUnderstanding the binding and non-binding elements of each document.
Read guideCommon deal-killers and how experienced counsel helps prevent them.
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Read guideOur managing partner provides selective business acquisition law counsel for transactions nationwide. Submit your transaction details for a preliminary assessment.
Submit transaction details for review. We engage selectively with capitalized buyers and sellers.
Your transaction details are under review. If there is alignment, we will be in touch.
Meanwhile, feel free to call us directly at (248) 266-2790
Selective M&A practice - Nationwide reach - Managing partner on every deal