M&A Attorney

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Mergers & Acquisitions Law representation for buyers, sellers, and operators nationwide. One experienced attorney on every deal.

Alex Lubyansky leads every mergers & acquisitions law engagement, from initial structuring through closing.

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An M&A attorney, or M&A lawyer, represents buyers, sellers, and target companies through the full transaction lifecycle: deal structuring, due diligence, purchase agreement negotiation, and closing. The work includes asset and stock purchase decisions, representations and warranties, earnout structures, and post-closing dispute support. Acquisition Stars handles these engagements nationwide, from middle-market deals to larger corporate transactions.

Why an M&A Attorney Matters

Mergers and acquisitions law touches tax structure, liability allocation, employment matters, and closing mechanics all at once, and decisions made early in a deal, like whether to structure as an asset purchase or a stock purchase, can be difficult or costly to unwind later. An experienced M&A attorney helps you see those tradeoffs before they are locked into a signed letter of intent, not after. Because most business owners and buyers go through an M&A transaction only once or twice in their careers, having counsel who has negotiated these recurring issues before generally shortens the learning curve and reduces avoidable friction at the table.

What We Do

  • Mergers and acquisitions (buy-side and sell-side)
  • Due diligence and risk assessment
  • Purchase agreements and transaction documents
  • Asset purchases and stock purchases
  • Merger integration planning
  • Earnouts and contingent consideration
  • Representations and warranties
  • Post-closing disputes and adjustments

Who We Serve

  • Companies looking to acquire competitors or complementary businesses
  • Business owners planning to sell their companies
  • Private equity firms executing buy-side mandates
  • Companies facing unsolicited acquisition offers
  • Strategic buyers seeking bolt-on acquisitions
  • Family-owned businesses planning succession through sale
Alex Lubyansky, Managing Partner at Acquisition Stars
"The hardest part of any mergers & acquisitions law engagement is not the documents. It is reading the relationship across the table early enough to structure around it. By the time the purchase agreement is on the table, half the meaningful negotiating leverage is already gone."
Alex Lubyansky, Managing Partner On mergers & acquisitions law structuring

15+ years of M&A and securities transaction experience Senior counsel on every engagement Admitted in Michigan, practicing nationwide

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Questions to Ask Any M&A Attorney Before Hiring

Use these before you call any firm, including ours.

1. "Who will actually handle my transaction?"

At many firms, a partner sells the work and a junior associate does it. Ask for the name of the attorney who will draft and negotiate your documents.

2. "How many M&A transactions has the lead attorney closed in the past 12 months?"

Volume indicates current, active deal experience, not just credentials from years ago.

3. "What is your experience with my deal size and industry?"

A $500K SBA acquisition and a $50M PE deal require different skill sets. Make sure the attorney has handled transactions similar to yours.

4. "Will you coordinate with my CPA, financial advisor, and broker?"

M&A transactions require a team. Your attorney should work with your other advisors, not in a silo.

5. "How do you handle post-closing disputes?"

Reps, warranties, and indemnification claims surface months after closing. Ask whether the firm handles post-closing litigation or refers it out.

6. "What is your fee structure, and what drives cost?"

Ask how the engagement is scoped, what is included, and what factors drive cost increases. Defined scope with a retainer gives the clearest cost picture.

M&A Attorney Locations We Serve

Major Markets

Los Angeles
California
Seattle
Washington
Dallas
Texas

Additional Markets

Austin
Denver
Atlanta
Tampa
Jacksonville
Cleveland
Pittsburgh
San Antonio
Ann Arbor

Service Areas by State

Browse M&A Attorney service areas by state. Each state page lists all cities and suburbs we serve in that state, plus the state-specific legal framework that affects mergers & acquisitions law transactions there.

Alabama
12 locations
Arizona
33 locations
Arkansas
1 location
California
63 locations
Colorado
11 locations
Connecticut
13 locations
District of Columbia
1 location
Florida
59 locations
Georgia
13 locations
Idaho
11 locations
Illinois
11 locations
Indiana
12 locations
Iowa
1 location
Kansas
7 locations
Kentucky
12 locations
Louisiana
11 locations
Maryland
16 locations
Massachusetts
11 locations
Michigan
33 locations
Minnesota
11 locations
Mississippi
3 locations
Missouri
15 locations
Nebraska
1 location
Nevada
24 locations
New Jersey
3 locations
New York
7 locations
North Carolina
38 locations
Ohio
45 locations
Oklahoma
12 locations
Oregon
11 locations
Pennsylvania
22 locations
South Carolina
5 locations
Tennessee
31 locations
Texas
53 locations
Utah
23 locations
Virginia
19 locations
Washington
11 locations
Wisconsin
12 locations

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M&A Attorney: Frequently Asked Questions

What does an M&A attorney do?

An M&A attorney advises clients on all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including transaction structuring, due diligence, contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and closing. We represent buyers, sellers, and target companies in strategic transactions, private equity deals, and corporate restructurings.

How long does an M&A transaction take?

The timeline varies significantly based on transaction complexity, but typical M&A deals take 3-9 months from initial discussion to closing. Factors affecting timeline include due diligence scope, financing arrangements, regulatory approvals, and negotiation complexity.

Should I structure my acquisition as a stock purchase or asset purchase?

The choice depends on tax considerations, liability concerns, and transaction goals. Stock purchases are simpler but transfer all liabilities, while asset purchases allow selective acquisition of assets and liabilities but may trigger tax consequences. We analyze your specific situation to recommend the optimal structure.

What is due diligence in an M&A transaction?

Due diligence is the comprehensive investigation of a target company's legal, financial, operational, and commercial affairs. It helps identify risks, validate assumptions, inform purchase price, and shape deal terms. Thorough due diligence is essential for successful acquisitions.

How are M&A deals valued and priced?

Valuation methods include comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, discounted cash flow analysis, and asset-based valuation. Purchase price is negotiated based on valuation, market conditions, strategic value, and competitive dynamics. We work with financial advisors to ensure fair pricing.

What does Acquisition Stars handle for mergers & acquisitions law matters?

Acquisition Stars represents buyers and sellers across the full deal lifecycle: preliminary structuring, letter of intent, due diligence, definitive agreement negotiation, and closing mechanics. The firm handles mergers and acquisitions (buy-side and sell-side), due diligence and risk assessment, purchase agreements and transaction documents, among other transaction work. Alex Lubyansky leads every engagement.

Who does Acquisition Stars typically represent in mergers & acquisitions law engagements?

The firm represents companies looking to acquire competitors or complementary businesses, business owners planning to sell their companies, private equity firms executing buy-side mandates, along with other parties involved in mid-market and lower-middle-market transactions. Engagements range from single-buyer acquisitions to multi-party recapitalizations.

Does the firm represent clients outside Michigan?

Yes. While the firm office is in Novi, Michigan, Alex Lubyansky represents clients nationwide on M&A and securities transactions. Most engagements involve out-of-state buyers, sellers, or target companies. The firm regularly admits pro hac vice in other states when matters require it.

Who will work on my deal?

Alex Lubyansky leads every engagement at Acquisition Stars. He sets the deal strategy, leads the negotiation, and runs closing, and every document is reviewed by him before it goes to the other side. An associate supports the work, including first drafts and diligence review. You will know who is doing what at each stage of the transaction.

How does the firm price mergers & acquisitions law engagements?

Pricing varies with deal size, complexity, and timeline, so Acquisition Stars does not publish a fee schedule. After a brief initial conversation about the deal specifics, the firm provides a written engagement scope, typically as a bundled engagement or with a not-to-exceed budget, so clients can plan the matter with confidence.

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Alex Lubyansky leads every mergers & acquisitions law matter.

15+ years of M&A experience. Nationwide practice. LOI through closing.

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