Resources
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Is Commercial Litigation Really “Worth It”?
December 12, 2016
At Calkins Law Firm, we certainly know how to “put up a good fight” and to put our client’s best case forward in commercial litigation matters. Effectively understanding contested issues,...
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4 Tips to Successfully Sell Your Business
October 17, 2016
Citizens Commercial Bank’s recent Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook 2016 revealed that one-third of CEOs are currently selling, or open to selling their business. With such a large audience interested...
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When Filing a Commercial Lawsuit, Beware of the Counterclaim
October 4, 2016
I was reminded this past week that when you engage legal counsel to file a lawsuit, always beware of the possible counterclaim. A client needs to tell his attorney everything about a potential litigation...
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Why Solve Problems That Can Be Prevented?
September 20, 2016
I read recently of a nearby law firm’s slogan, or call to action. “We solve [clients’] problems”, the slogan or call to action proclaimed. Well… It sounds good, but I...
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The Case for a Rollup
August 16, 2016
Over our past three decades of deal making, we have assisted clients with almost every type of business transaction. Acquisitions have been most numerous, and some of the most successful of these acquisitions...
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5 Questions to Ask When Thinking About Buying a Business
August 2, 2016
So You Want to Buy a Business? I have assisted with many business acquisitions over my decades practicing business law, most of it focused on business transactions. Along the way, I have helped literally...
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To Build a Successful Business, Carpe Diem – But Always Tackle the Worst, First!
July 26, 2016
Yes, as they say: Seize the day! Make today matter! Why put off for tomorrow what you can do today? I could not agree more. Do your most difficult tasks first! But if you want to build a successful...
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Six Common Sense Guidelines for Starting & Building Businesses
July 19, 2016
Over the past several decades I have helped many people start and build their businesses. Many successful businesses would not even exist today but for my encouragement, guidance, support and advice. I...
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In Business Transactions As In Life, Hope For the Best But Plan For the Worst
July 6, 2016
The people who build successful businesses are by and large optimists. If they weren’t, they wouldn’t have the commitment and the drive to invest so much of themselves and to build a successful...
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Business Valuation: Value is in the Eye of the Beholder
June 14, 2016
Below we have curated three articles to help you understand common business valuation terms, navigate common concerns, and learn about a recent high profile acquisition. Top 10 Business Valuation Terms ...
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Buying a Business: No Substitute for Due Diligence
May 24, 2016
While Representations, Warranties and Indemnification are Essential in an Purchase Agreement, There’s No Substitute for Thorough Due Diligence When Buying a Business When you buy a used car do...
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If your trial lawyer says “don’t worry,” worry.
May 17, 2016
Without divulging confidence, I am aware of a recent case where the defendant’s trial lawyer told him that he had absolutely nothing to worry about. The plaintiff’s arguments were both false...
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Mergers and Acquisitions Q1 Recap
May 10, 2016
The volume and value of disclosed U.S. Mergers and Acquisitions deals declined compared to Q1 2015, but the number of deals closed marked the third highest Q1 in the last 7 years. IPO activity also dried...
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Business Agreements: Reduce it to Writing
April 26, 2016
I’m a relationship type of person. I prefer to deal with people I can trust. My word is my bond. I’d prefer to deal with others whose outlook and approach is the same, and whose word is their...
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Insights on Business Valuation for Buy/Sell Purposes
April 21, 2016
This Week: Three Articles on Buy/Sell and Divestiture Business Valuation Business Valuation Approaches There are three generally accepted Approaches to value which can be used to value almost any...
