MERGER & ACQUISITION ATTORNEY AUSTIN TX
Mergers and acquisitions — buying or selling a business — are complex transactions requiring legal expertise in due diligence, deal structure, representations and warranties, financing, employment matters, and regulatory compliance. Austin's active tech, healthcare, and real estate markets generate significant M&A activity. Our Austin M&A attorneys represent buyers and sellers across all transaction sizes.
What We Can Help You With
Buy-side representation
Due diligence, purchase agreement negotiation, and closing for buyers acquiring Austin businesses
Sell-side representation
Transaction preparation, buyer negotiation, and closing for business sellers
Asset vs. stock purchase
Advising on the optimal deal structure from tax and liability perspectives
Due diligence
Comprehensive legal review of target company contracts, IP, litigation, employment, and regulatory compliance
Letter of intent and term sheets
Negotiating and drafting the framework for M&A transactions
Representations and warranties
Protecting clients through comprehensive reps and warranties in purchase agreements
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an asset sale and a stock sale?▾
In an asset sale, the buyer purchases specific business assets and does not assume unknown liabilities. In a stock sale, the buyer acquires all shares and assumes all liabilities. Sellers prefer stock sales (capital gains treatment); buyers often prefer asset sales (liability protection).
What is due diligence in an M&A transaction?▾
Due diligence is a comprehensive investigation of the target business — reviewing contracts, financials, IP, employment matters, litigation history, regulatory compliance, and real estate. Attorneys coordinate due diligence and identify issues that affect valuation or deal structure.
How long does an M&A transaction take?▾
Small to mid-market Austin deals typically take 60–120 days from signed LOI to closing. Complex deals with regulatory approvals can take 6+ months.
Do I need a business attorney for a small business acquisition?▾
Yes. Even small transactions involve significant legal complexity — purchase agreement terms, representations and warranties, non-compete agreements, employee transitions, and post-closing adjustments. The cost of attorney fees is small compared to potential liability from a poorly structured deal.