What exactly is being acquired or sold?
Define the business interests, assets, contracts and exclusions early so that the review follows the actual deal.
LEGAL SUPPORT
FOR WHAT’S NEXT.
BUSINESS & CORPORATE · NIGERIA
Mergers and Acquisitions Lawyers in Nigeria
Legal due diligence, transaction documents and completion support for business acquisitions and sales. Discuss your proposed Nigerian deal with Laude.
Lagos, NigeriaWorking with local and international clients.
WHAT WE HELP WITH
Mergers & Acquisitions: how we help.
A focused scope built around your plans, the documents involved and the decisions that need to be made.
Legal due diligence
Investigate company records, material agreements, ownership and other legal information relevant to the proposed transaction.
Transaction structuring
Consider the proposed acquisition or sale structure and the assets, interests or obligations intended to move.
Sale and purchase agreements
Document the agreed price mechanics, conditions, assurances, responsibilities and arrangements for handling identified risks.
Completion planning
Identify the documents, approvals and actions needed to move from signing to completion and the agreed handover.
WHEN YOU NEED A LAWYER
Common situations we support.
A decision is approaching
You are considering an acquisition, a business sale or a merger with another organisation.
A relationship is changing
An owner, investor or commercial partner proposes new terms. Understand how those terms fit the company’s existing commitments.
A decision needs a clear record
The people involved have reached an understanding but the documents, authority or responsibilities still need to be resolved.
There are competing priorities
Price, control, timing and risk point in different directions. A focused legal review helps identify the decisions you need to make.
THE DETAIL BEHIND THE DECISION
Understand the bigger picture.
Buying or selling a business requires a clear understanding of what is included, what is excluded and which risks each party will accept. The legal work can span early confidentiality arrangements, investigation, transaction documents and completion. We help identify the questions that matter to the proposed deal and coordinate the legal work with your commercial timetable and other advisers.
Which issues need to be resolved before completion, and which can be addressed through the agreement?
Due diligence findings should inform negotiation rather than remain separate from it.
A CLEAR AND COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
How the process works.
A straightforward process designed to give you clarity, practical advice and a considered next step.
- 1
Define the matter
We start with your objectives and the circumstances behind your mergers & acquisitions enquiry. The firm confirms whether it can assist and agrees scope and fees.
- 2
Review the information
We consider the relevant records and questions, including legal due diligence and transaction structuring where within scope.
- 3
Explain the decisions
We discuss findings, missing information and the options available. You can ask questions before deciding how you want to proceed.
- 4
Carry out the agreed work
We prepare documents, advise, negotiate or coordinate the steps included in the engagement, with outstanding responsibilities made clear.
PREPARE FOR A USEFUL CONVERSATION
What to have ready.
Start with the proposed deal structure, available company information and confidentiality arrangements.
- Transaction outline or term sheet
- Group structure and ownership information
- Available due diligence materials
- Key agreements, approvals and proposed timetable
You do not need every document to make an enquiry. Tell us what is available and what is missing. Wait for our team to confirm the appropriate channel before sending sensitive material.
OUR PEOPLE
Lawyers who understand
the commercial context.
Good advice starts with understanding your objectives and the decisions ahead. The firm will identify the appropriate support once it has assessed your enquiry.
Meet our teamShareholder Agreements
Agree how ownership, decisions, investment and exits will work before a disagreement puts the business under pressure.
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Doing Business in Nigeria
Coordinate the legal work behind setting up, investing and operating in Nigeria, from structure and contracts to regulatory questions.
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perspectives.
A stronger you.
About our firm →FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Your questions,
answered.
Should we speak to a lawyer before signing a term sheet?
A term sheet can set expectations about exclusivity, confidentiality, structure and costs. An early discussion helps identify which parts need attention before you commit.
Can you act for both buyer and seller?
The firm must assess conflicts and the proposed engagement before accepting instructions. Do not assume that one adviser can represent parties with different interests in a transaction.
Does legal due diligence confirm the business’s value?
Legal due diligence considers legal information and risks within an agreed scope. Financial valuation, tax, accounting and commercial assessments may require separate specialist advice.
What should I prepare for the first discussion?
Start with the proposed deal structure, available company information and confidentiality arrangements. Start with an outline; the team will confirm a suitable channel before requesting sensitive documents.
How are scope, fees and timing agreed?
The work depends on the documents, complexity and decisions involved. We discuss the proposed scope, fees and timing before beginning. Work outside the agreed scope is discussed separately; no fixed fee or completion date is promised here.
Does an enquiry mean the firm is acting for me?
No. The firm must assess the enquiry, check whether it can accept instructions and confirm engagement. Please do not send highly confidential information or assume a deadline has been accepted before that confirmation.
Let’s discuss your next step.
Speak with our team about your legal needs.