Resources
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6 Things Venture Capitalists Want to See Before They Invest
November 8, 2018
Many entrepreneurs looking for funding from Venture Capitalists know nothing about how the venture capital investment process actually works. Accessing venture capital is a slow process and requires...
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5 Things to Look For In a Damages Expert
October 22, 2018
In connection with commercial litigation, it will often become necessary to hire a “damages expert.” The damages expert will familiarize him or herself with the facts of the case and the...
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Get It In Writing!
October 9, 2018
I can tell you from experience – both my own experience and the experience of others with whom I have spoken over the years – get it in writing. We at CLF are involved at present with helping...
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Explore Settlement of Commercial Litigation Early On
August 20, 2018
Yes! Explore Settlement of Commercial Litigation Early On and Repeatedly Thereafter Recently a client who CLF’s team of attorneys is representing in connection with a lawsuit with respect to one...
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How to Get the Upper Hand on Business Acquisitions
August 6, 2018
Superior Information Can Give the Prospective Acquirer the Upper Hand in Negotiating a Business Acquisition We were asked recently, “What is it that gives one party the upper hand in negotiating...
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When is the Best Time to Sell My Business?
July 23, 2018
Perhaps Kenny Rodgers said it best, in his epic song “The Gambler.” “You got to know when to hold ’em, know when to fold ’em, know when to walk away, know when to run.” ...
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Finding a Business Acquisition By Creating a Deal Magnet
July 18, 2018
Recently a prospective client approached me for help with a business acquisition he hoped to make. The prospect had yet to identify a suitable opportunity but knew he wanted to acquire a manufacturing...
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3 Steps to Overcoming a Wrongdoing
July 10, 2018
Here at The Calkins Law Firm, Ltd., we hear about and see considerably more wrongdoing than I like. Perhaps it is because our practice areas include commercial litigation, so we are regularly approached...
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Acquiring a Business: Due Diligence Can Mean Success or Failure
July 2, 2018
I’ve been reflecting on the many past engagements as I plan for new ones. It’s only natural to look forward by looking back first. I’ve represented countless clients in connection with...
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How to Avoid Buyer’s Remorse When Buying a Business
June 26, 2018
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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Smart Acquisitions in the Imperfect Market For Private Businesses
June 18, 2018
We have assisted clients with their acquisition of ongoing businesses for several decades. We have, during that period, assisted with quite literally hundreds of business transactions, including well...
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The Case for a Rollup Merger
June 12, 2018
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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Buying a Distressed Business Can Be a Good Acquisition
June 5, 2018
For some buyers, but not most, buying a distressed or troubled business can be the right move. Buying distressed businesses is a risky acquisition strategy – but with potentially great rewards. ...
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3 Tips for a Successful Acquisition Search + 3 Years of CLF
May 22, 2018
An Acquisition Search Should Be BOTH Systematic and Opportunistic It occurs to me that when you search for an acquisition opportunity, it is very important to have a well-designed process in place, but...
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5 Questions to Ask When Thinking About Buying a Business
May 14, 2018
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 dozens of clients and budding...
