Understanding Deal Structure: Legal Arrangements & Due Diligence
Henry E. Van Blunk, Shareholder in Stark & Stark's Business & Corporate group, presented a seminar at the NAAIM Uncommon Knowledge2009 Conference. The conference was held May 3-6, 2009 at the Westin Westminster in Denver, Colorado.
Mr. Van Blunk discussed best practices to implement when becoming involved in either an internal or external investment advisor succession or acquisition. Mr. Van Blunk explained the importance of thorough due diligence; purchase, shareholder and buy-sell agreements; and transactions including asset and stock sales, mergers and joint ventures. The seminar also included a discussion on the necessary role employment agreements, restrictive covenants and general succession planning play in executing mutually beneficial deals.
