Mergers & Acquisitions in China
Understand the Legal Risks Before Completing a Transaction
Acquisitions, share transfers and other investment transactions require an assessment of the target business, transaction structure, contractual obligations and relevant legal requirements.
Minton Lawyers assists businesses and investors with legal matters arising in connection with acquisitions, investments and ownership changes involving businesses in China.
Transaction Support
- Legal Due Diligence:
- Reviewing relevant corporate, contractual, employment and dispute-related matters within the agreed scope.
- Transaction Structure:
- Assessing legal considerations associated with the proposed acquisition or investment.
- Transaction Documentation:
- Drafting and reviewing transaction agreements and ancillary documents.
- Shareholder Arrangements:
- Advising on ownership, governance and related contractual arrangements.
- Regulatory Issues:
- Identifying applicable approval, filing and compliance considerations.
- Completion and Post-Transaction Matters:
- Advising on relevant legal obligations and implementation issues.
Focus on the Issues That Affect the Transaction
Legal due diligence should be directed towards matters that may affect the client's decision, transaction terms or post-completion obligations. The scope should reflect the transaction, the information available and the client's priorities.
We work with clients to identify material legal issues and explain their potential implications for the proposed transaction.
Transaction requirements depend on the structure, parties, sector and applicable law. Financial, tax and accounting due diligence should be separately scoped where required.