This live webcast covers a variety of topics involved in Mergers & Acquisitions. It starts with a structural overview of the M&A process, and the roles of those involved. Sessions on deals involving regulated products, use of earn-outs, and the tax implications of various deal approaches then round out the day. This program is ideal for newer attorneys seeking familiarity with the M&A space, and experienced lawyers looking for information on more specialized topics.
Credits: 4.75 General, 0 Diversity/Inclusion PR, 0 MH/SA PR, 0 Other PR
June 5, 2025 | Via Live Webcast
8:30 AM Registration opens, log in to the webcast via your account at www.iicle.com
8:55 – 9:00 Opening Announcements
9:00 – 10:00 Anatomy of an M&A Transaction
This session provides a high-level overview of the key stages and considerations in mergers and acquisitions, including deal structures and material terms in purchase agreements.
Aaron M. Gillett, Seyfarth Shaw LLP,Chicago
Breanne Vaclavik, Seyfarth Shaw LLP,Chicago
10:00 – 10:05 Break
10:05 – 10:50 Who is Who in the M&A Zoo
Explore the roles of various parties in a deal. This session discusses how to differentiate the various players, and how to become clear, and maintain clarity, on who you are representing and how you are collaborating when teams and counsel start to expand.
Matthew Formeller, Formeller & Formeller,Chicago
10:50 – 11:00 Break
11:00 – 12:00 Navigating Regulatory Landmines in M&A: What to Know When Acquiring Regulated Products
This session discusses M&A deals when regulated products are in play. Considerations related to the structure of the deal (asset v. stock), unique diligence requirements and certain contract provisions to consider, and financing considerations
Jennifer Niesen, Christopoulos | Dickens,Chicago
12:00 – 12:45 Lunch (on your own)
12:45– 1:45 Earn-Outs/Contingent Consideration
Earn outs are seeing increased use in deals, particularly those involving private companies. This approach is seen as a way to tie part of the purchase price to future performance. It is important to be aware of both the advantages and disadvantages of earn-outs in order to provide clients proper counsel.
James Asmussen, Polsinelli,Chicago
1:45 – 1:50 Break
1:50 – 2:50 Tax in M&A
This session addresses the tax implications of various deal approaches from both buyer and seller perspectives. It also touches on pre-closing restructuring (F reorganizations), the benefits of pre-sale estate planning and potential traps for the unwary.
Adam J. Grais, McDonald Hopkins,Chicago
2:50 Adjourn
