M&A Advisory

 M&A transactions are among the most complex and high-stakes engagements in business law. The combination of deal structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and regulatory compliance requires a legal team that can handle every dimension with precision and speed.

Financing Rounds Advisory & Execution

Advisory service guides private equity firms through financing rounds, offering legal and financial expertise in structuring and negotiating equity, debt, or hybrid deals. We ensure compliance, optimise funding structures, and facilitate smooth execution, helping clients raise capital efficiently while aligning with their strategic goals.

Scope of work

• Provide end-to-end advisory for a financing round.
• This includes structuring the round, preparing the term sheet, conducting due diligence, drafting all legal documentation (e.g., subscription and shareholders’ agreements), and managing the closing process.
• We ensure the transaction is efficient and aligns with strategic goals.

Deliverables

• A complete set of legal documents for the financing round.
• Full project management of the transaction from start to finish.

Pricing

• AED 75,000 – AED 250,000, billed Hourly and Lump Sum (concluded with a Success Fee).
  Number of parties, investment amount, investor contribution type, management structure, loan agreement etc.
  Contractual elements (financing advice and structure, bank agreement, LOI, termsheet, SPA, subscription agreement, shareholder agreement) – billed Hourly.
  Share transfer, increase of capital – billed Lump Sum.

Buyout & Exit Strategies

Buyout and Exit Strategies service in M&A offers tailored legal guidance for business transitions. Assisting the clients in structuring buyouts, maximizing value, and executing seamless exits. With a focus on compliance and strategic planning, we support clients in achieving optimal outcomes in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.

Scope of work

• Provide tailored legal guidance for structuring and executing business transitions.
• For buyouts, we advise on the deal structure (e.g., LBO, MBO).
• For exits, we help prepare the company for sale to maximize value, whether through a strategic sale, private equity acquisition, or other divestiture.
• We draft and negotiate all legal documentation to ensure a seamless and compliant transaction.

Deliverables

• A formal advisory memorandum on the recommended buyout or exit strategy.
• All necessary legal documentation to execute the transaction.

Pricing

• AED 25,000 – AED 125,000, billed Hourly.
  Complexity of buyout, exit strategy, amount expected, existing contract, number of parties, investment amount, investor contribution type, management structure, place of registration, loan agreement etc.

Legal Due Diligence

Legal Due Diligence service in M&A ensures a thorough review of legal risks and opportunities during transactions. We analyze contracts, compliance, liabilities, and regulatory matters to provide clients with a clear understanding of potential issues. This process helps mitigate risks and supports informed decision-making for successful M&A deals.

Scope of work

• Conduct a thorough legal due diligence exercise on a target company.
• Our scope includes a detailed review of its corporate records, material contracts, employment issues, intellectual property, ongoing litigation, and regulatory compliance.
• We identify and assess all potential legal risks and “red flags” associated with the transaction.

Deliverables

• A comprehensive Legal Due Diligence Report with a clear executive summary, detailed findings, and risk assessment.

Pricing

• AED 20,000 – AED 100,000, billed Lump Sum.
  Complexity of business, target’s size, scope of diligence, type of diligence expected (corporate high level, detailed, inclusive of commercial contracts etc.).

Legal Due Diligence Support

Provide an expert assistance in legal due diligence for private equity transactions, ensuring thorough examination of target companies. Our team reviews contracts, liabilities, intellectual property, compliance, and corporate governance to identify risks and opportunities, enabling informed decision-making and safeguarding clients’ investments throughout the acquisition process.

Scope of work

• Conduct a thorough legal due diligence exercise on a target company.
• Our scope includes a detailed review of its corporate records, material contracts, employment issues, intellectual property, ongoing litigation, and regulatory compliance.
• We identify and assess all potential legal risks and “red flags” associated with the transaction.

Deliverables

• A comprehensive Legal Due Diligence Report with a clear executive summary, detailed findings, and risk assessment.

Pricing

• AED 20,000 – AED 100,000, billed Lump Sum.
  Complexity of business, target’s size, scope of diligence, type of diligence expected (corporate high level, detailed, inclusive of commercial contracts etc.).