Seeking an experienced M&A attorney in Great Neck? Our firm handles complex mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic transactions for companies across Finance, Real Estate, Healthcare, from middle-market deals to large corporate transactions.
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What We Do
Alex Lubyansky handles mergers & acquisitions law work for buyers and sellers in Great Neck and across the country. Here is what that looks like:
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
We work best with people who know what they want and are ready to move:
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
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Our Process
A structured, methodical approach to mergers & acquisitions law
1
Transaction Planning
We work with you to define deal objectives, identify targets or buyers, and develop an M&A strategy aligned with your business goals.
2
Due Diligence
Our team conducts comprehensive legal, financial, and operational due diligence to identify risks and opportunities.
3
Deal Structuring
We structure the transaction for optimal tax treatment, risk allocation, and regulatory compliance, whether as a stock purchase, asset purchase, or merger.
4
Negotiation & Documentation
We negotiate letters of intent, purchase agreements, and all transaction documents to protect your interests and facilitate a smooth closing.
5
Closing & Integration
We manage the closing process and provide post-closing support for integration, earnout disputes, and transition matters.
We don't take every matter. Here is what happens when you reach out.
1
Personal Review (Within 24 Hours)
Alex reviews your transaction details personally. No intake coordinators, no junior associates screening your submission.
2
Fit Assessment
We evaluate whether your deal aligns with our practice. Not every matter is a fit, and we will tell you directly if it is not.
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Initial Conversation
If there is alignment, Alex schedules a direct call to discuss your transaction, timeline, and objectives.
4
Clear Engagement Terms
Before any work begins, you receive a written engagement letter with defined scope, timeline, and fee structure. No surprises.
Request Your Great Neck Engagement Assessment
Alex Lubyansky handles every mergers & acquisitions law engagement personally.
15+ years of M&A experience. Nationwide. One attorney on every deal.
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We review every transaction inquiry within one business day.
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Meanwhile, feel free to call us directly at (248) 266-2790
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?"
Hourly, flat fee, or hybrid. Ask what factors increase legal costs so there are no surprises.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from Great Neck clients
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.
How do New York non-compete laws affect mergers & acquisitions law transactions?
Enforceable if reasonable in scope, duration (typically 1-2 years), and geographic area. Courts apply a three-pronged reasonableness test from the BDO Seidman line of cases. Non-competes must protect a legitimate business interest such as trade secrets or client relationships, must not impose an undue hardship, and must not be harmful to the public. Courts will partially enforce (blue-pencil) overbroad covenants.
What are the New York tax considerations for a business acquisition or sale?
New York imposes a corporate franchise tax with rates up to 7.25% on business income, plus alternative bases (capital, fixed dollar minimum). The state requires combined reporting for unitary groups. New York City imposes its own General Corporation Tax (8.85%) and Unincorporated Business Tax (4%) on businesses operating within the five boroughs.
Does New York have a bulk sales law that affects business acquisitions?
New York repealed its Bulk Sales Act (UCC Article 6), but buyers face successor liability risk under state tax law. The Department of Taxation and Finance can hold acquirers liable for a seller's unpaid taxes if proper tax clearance certificates (Form AU-196.10) are not obtained before closing.
What can I expect during an initial consultation in Great Neck?
During your confidential initial consultation in Great Neck, we'll discuss your mergers & acquisitions law needs, review your current situation, assess potential challenges specific to New York, and outline a clear path forward. We'll explain our process, answer your questions, and determine if we're the right fit for your needs.
Do you work with companies outside of Great Neck?
Yes, we represent clients nationwide while maintaining a strong presence in Great Neck. Our managing partner handles mergers & acquisitions law matters across all 50 states, coordinating with local counsel where state-specific requirements apply.
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M&A Market: Great Neck & the New York Metro
New York is the undisputed capital of M&A deal-making, home to the largest concentration of investment banks, private equity firms, and corporate acquirers in the world. Lower middle-market deals in the $1M-$50M range are driven by professional services consolidation, healthcare practice roll-ups, and technology company acquisitions. The city's dense business ecosystem creates fierce competition for quality targets, with PE-backed platforms actively seeking add-on acquisitions across the tri-state area.
Top M&A Sectors Near Great Neck
Professional Services
Healthcare
Technology
Financial Services
Media & Entertainment
Deal Environment
New York's deal flow is the highest in the nation, but competition from well-capitalized PE firms means sellers often receive multiple offers. Buyers need experienced counsel to structure competitive bids while protecting their downside.
Why Acquire in the New York Area
The New York metro area has over 200,000 businesses with employees, creating one of the deepest acquisition target pools in the country. The region's talent density and infrastructure make post-acquisition integration smoother than most markets.
New York Legal Considerations
New York's Bulk Sales Act (UCC Article 6) has been repealed, but buyers must still conduct thorough due diligence on successor liability under state tax law, as the Department of Taxation can hold buyers liable for a seller's unpaid taxes.
Local Market Context
Great Neck M&A Market
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA MSA · MSA population 20.1M
MSA Population (2024)
20.1M
U.S. Census Bureau
Top Industry Concentration
1 financial services and investment banking
2 media and entertainment
3 professional and business services
New York is the dominant US M&A market, anchored by financial services, private equity, and investment banking concentration on Wall Street. The metro drives the largest deal volumes by dollar value of any US city, with heavy mid-market and large-cap activity across financial services, media, technology, and real estate. Cross-border deal flow is substantial, given the metro's role as the primary gateway for international capital entering US markets.
Major Great Neck Employers and Deal Anchors
JPMorgan Chase
Goldman Sachs
Citigroup
Bloomberg
Verizon
NYU Langone Health
Transit and Logistics
JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark Liberty airports provide major international air connectivity. Port of New York and New Jersey is the largest port on the East Coast. Dense transit infrastructure supports professional service concentration in Manhattan.
Recent Great Neck Deal Signal (2024-2025)
Private equity deal activity in the New York metro remained elevated in 2024-2025, with notable middle-market financial services and technology platform consolidations driven by firms headquartered in Midtown Manhattan.
Local Regulatory Notes for Mergers & Acquisitions Law
New York City imposes additional local business taxes; New York State has active antitrust enforcement posture from the AG office independent of federal review.
New York Legal Considerations for Mergers & Acquisitions Law
Non-Compete Laws
Enforceable with three-pronged reasonableness test
Filing Requirements
Entity mergers and conversions require filing with the New York Department of State. Tax clearance certificates are required for asset purchases (Form AU-196.10). New York City requires separate business filings for city-level taxes. Foreign entities must obtain authority to do business.
Key New York Considerations
New York City imposes its own General Corporation Tax (8.85%) and Unincorporated Business Tax (4%), effectively doubling the state-level tax burden for NYC-based businesses
Commercial rent tax applies to certain tenants in Manhattan below 96th Street, which can affect the valuation of acquired businesses with Manhattan leases
New York's Department of Financial Services (DFS) regulates financial services, insurance, and banking acquisitions with extensive review requirements
New York Bar Authority
New York State Bar Association. Voluntary bar. The Appellate Division of the New York Supreme Court handles attorney admission; NYSBA membership is voluntary.
Federal districts: S.D.N.Y., E.D.N.Y., N.D.N.Y., W.D.N.Y.
Business court: New York Supreme Court Commercial Division (established 1995) Established November 1995 following Chief Judge Judith Kaye task force. Commercial Division operates in New York County (Manhattan) and 10 other jurisdictions statewide including Nassau, Kings, Suffolk, Westchester, Albany, Erie, Monroe, Onondaga, Queens, and Richmond counties.
New York M&A Market Context
New York City is the top U.S. M&A market by deal volume, with Wall Street serving as the center of large-cap and private equity M&A transactions across all industries.
Watchpoints
Common Great Neck Mergers & Acquisitions Law Pitfalls
These are the items we see derail mergers & acquisitions law transactions in the Great Neck market. Each one is rooted in current statutory law, recent legislative changes, or recurring patterns from the deals Alex has handled.
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New York non-compete enforcement and earn-out exposure
State legal framework
Enforceable with three-pronged reasonableness test
"The LOI is an excellent entry point. From a legal perspective, it's one of the largest moments where an attorney can add real value. If something gets codified in an LOI, it's often far more dangerous and binding than the buyer believes. People look at the title of an LOI on Google and assume non-binding means harmless. The first thing you learn in legal training is that the title of a document is not indicative of its substance. An LOI is not just an expression of interest. It is binding in many ways. Even if you set aside the legal repercussions of the document's nuances, look at how these get put together without outside help. The buyer attaches themselves to a price, a structure, a tactical concession that they can no longer change later in the process. Pre-LOI engagement is when an attorney earns their fee."
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Great Neck local regulatory exposure
Local regulatory
New York City imposes additional local business taxes; New York State has active antitrust enforcement posture from the AG office independent of federal review.
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New York regulatory framework attorneys flag at LOI
State statute
Securities regulated by New York Attorney General Investor Protection Bureau under the Martin Act (General Business Law art. 23-A). The Martin Act gives the NYAG among the broadest securities enforcement powers of any state; Blue Sky notice filings required for Reg D. New York also has Bulk Sales Act (UCC Art. 6) implications for asset transactions.
Guides and Resources
In-depth guides to help you prepare for your transaction
