--- title: "M&A Attorney in Arkansas" description: "M&A Attorney across Arkansas. Alex Lubyansky represents buyers and sellers throughout Arkansas." canonical: "https://acquisitionstars.com/ma-attorney/ar" firm: "Acquisition Stars" practice: "M&A and securities law" office: "Novi, Michigan (serves clients nationwide)" contact: "consult@acquisitionstars.com | 248-266-2790" --- # M&A Attorney in Arkansas By [Alex Lubyansky](https://acquisitionstars.com/about) Managing Partner Last updated September 9, 2026 Acquisition Stars advises buyers and sellers on m&a attorney matters across Arkansas. Serving clients across Arkansas. Alex Lubyansky on every engagement. [Request Engagement Assessment](https://acquisitionstars.com/consultation) ## M&A Attorney Practice in Arkansas Acquisition Stars advises buyers and sellers on m&a attorney matters across Arkansas. Alex Lubyansky leads every engagement, bringing 15+ years of M&A experience to transactions of varying complexity, from lower-middle-market deals to multi-party structures. Arkansas enforces non-compete agreements but will not blue-pencil overbroad provisions. Overbroad agreements are voided entirely, making precise drafting critical. The state has a graduated corporate income tax. Whether you are acquiring a business, selling a company you have built, or navigating a complex transaction, the firm's approach is the same: senior M&A counsel leading the deal from the first draft through closing. ### Arkansas Transaction Considerations - Arkansas courts refuse to blue-pencil non-compete agreements, making precise drafting critical in M&A transactions. An overbroad covenant is unenforceable in its entirety. - The state's usury laws (Arkansas Constitution, Amendment 89) cap interest rates, which can affect seller financing arrangements in acquisitions - Arkansas has a relatively low filing fee structure for entity formations and mergers, reducing administrative transaction costs ### Discuss Your Arkansas Transaction Share the basics. Alex reviews every inquiry and responds within one business day. ## Arkansas Legal Framework for Mergers & Acquisitions Law ### Non-Compete Agreements Enforceable but no blue-pencil doctrine. Overbroad agreements are voided entirely. Enforceable under Arkansas Code Section 4-75-101. Courts use a reasonableness test, considering whether the agreement protects legitimate interests and is reasonable in time, geography, and scope. Arkansas courts will not blue-pencil or reform overbroad agreements. They will instead void the entire covenant. ### Tax Considerations Arkansas imposes a corporate income tax with graduated rates up to 5.3%. Asset purchases allow a stepped-up basis for state depreciation. The state also imposes a sales tax on certain asset transfers. Arkansas does not conform to all federal tax provisions, so buyers should verify the state treatment of installment sales and Section 338(h)(10) elections. ### Filing Requirements Entity mergers and conversions require filing with the Arkansas Secretary of State. A Certificate of Good Standing from the seller's entity is typically required. Businesses holding professional licenses must file separate transfer or re-application paperwork with the relevant licensing board. ### Bulk Sales / Asset Purchases Arkansas has repealed UCC Article 6 (Bulk Sales). Buyers should request a tax clearance certificate from the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration before closing an asset transaction to avoid successor liability for unpaid sales and use taxes. ## M&A Attorney in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions ### Does Acquisition Stars handle mergers & acquisitions law matters throughout Arkansas? Yes. Acquisition Stars is a nationwide M&A law firm. Alex Lubyansky leads engagements for clients in Arkansas directly, from deal strategy through closing. We work with clients in every major metro and smaller markets throughout the state. ### How do Arkansas non-compete laws affect business acquisitions and sales? Enforceable under Arkansas Code Section 4-75-101. Courts use a reasonableness test, considering whether the agreement protects legitimate interests and is reasonable in time, geography, and scope. Arkansas courts will not blue-pencil or reform overbroad agreements. They will instead void the entire covenant. ### What are the key Arkansas tax considerations in a business transaction? Arkansas imposes a corporate income tax with graduated rates up to 5.3%. Asset purchases allow a stepped-up basis for state depreciation. The state also imposes a sales tax on certain asset transfers. Arkansas does not conform to all federal tax provisions, so buyers should verify the state treatment of installment sales and Section 338(h)(10) elections. ### Does Arkansas have a Bulk Sales Act that affects asset purchases? Arkansas has repealed UCC Article 6 (Bulk Sales). Buyers should request a tax clearance certificate from the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration before closing an asset transaction to avoid successor liability for unpaid sales and use taxes. ### What should Arkansas business owners look for in an M&A attorney? Look for an attorney with genuine transaction experience, not just corporate formation work. Verify that the attorney has handled deals similar in size and structure to yours. In Arkansas, confirm the attorney understands state-specific issues including Arkansas's non-compete framework, successor liability rules, and any industry-specific regulations. At Acquisition Stars, Alex Lubyansky leads every engagement, reviews every document, and leads negotiation and closing, with an associate supporting the work. ## Other M&A and Securities Services in Arkansas Acquisition Stars handles M&A transactions for Arkansas clients and works with independent securities counsel on securities matters. Alex Lubyansky leads every M&A engagement. 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LOI through closing. ### Request Engagement Assessment We review every transaction inquiry within one business day. LOI through closing. Nationwide. 15+ years of M&A experience. --- Source: https://acquisitionstars.com/ma-attorney/ar Markdown version generated for machine readers. Canonical HTML at the source URL.