M&A - It's Elementary!: A Plain English Guide to Mergers and Acquisitions From Kickoff to Closing

To date, most books about Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) have been written for serious professionals, those whose needs are both very advanced and very specific. With M&A – It’s Elementary! there is finally a book for those who only deal with mergers and acquisitions on an occasional basis, and who are looking for step-by-step directions for every basic circumstance. Included are such comprehensive topics as: • The three structures most commonly used in M&A transactions. • The members of the M&A team and what their roles are. • What is involved in due diligence. • The key provisions of an acquisition agreement. • How tender offers are made. • How to acquire assets from companies that are in or close to bankruptcy. Full of key fundamental facts, M&A – It’s Elementary! demystifies the Mergers & Acquisitions process and provides all the information necessary to build a knowledge base and professional skills. Intended for lawyers and non-lawyers alike, M&A – It’s Elementary! covers the subject from kick-off to closing, enabling everyone to navigate the process with insight and confidence.