The filing thresholds and timelines for the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act (HSR) have undergone two key changes in 2021: (1) the HSR filing thresholds have been reduced; and (2) there has been a temporary suspension of the early termination of the statutory waiting period. Below we discuss these 2021 changes to the HSR filing thresholds.  Reduced HSR...Read More

In increasing numbers, mergers and acquisitions law firms are turning to LPO service providers for assistance with the complexities and volumes of transactions. There are many reasons firms choose to embrace outsourced solutions for mergers and acquisitions, including the following: Professional Due Diligence One of the most time-consuming – and riskiest – aspects of mergers...Read More

A successful merger or acquisition can be a lengthy process; it is the result of months and sometimes years of careful analysis and planning. While the specific circumstances surrounding each transaction drive the required tasks and the timeline, there are some common legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions that are generally applicable across transactions. Structuring...Read More

A streamlined response to a corporate merger or acquisition can benefit all parties. However, in the course of conducting due diligence for the transaction, legal issues in mergers and acquisitions can arise. How the acquiring and target companies respond to those issues can set the stage for a smooth transaction, or a stressful one. These...Read More

The due diligence process can be relatively fast and straightforward, but it can also be in-depth and drawn out. The “right” amount of (and the right method of) conducting due diligence will depend on a number of factors. You might benefit from legal due diligence services if any of the following are true: 1- You want...Read More

Law firms and companies engaged in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) must create process efficiencies in order to collect, review, and analyze large amounts of data in a cost-effective manner. Outsourcing legal support services to an LPO with the experience in handling M&A work is growing in popularity – for good reason. Law firms and in-house...Read More