• Business & Tax

    Mergers and Acquisitions

    Mergers and acquisitions are key drivers of business growth and transformation. Whether expanding into new markets, consolidating operations or acquiring strategic capabilities, a well-structured M&A strategy is essential to achieve long-term value and mitigate risk.

    At Del Canto Chambers, our lawyers and tax specialists advise on complex and cross-border M&A transactions for corporate clients, investors and private individuals. We combine international experience with in-depth knowledge of Spanish, EU and global regulatory frameworks to ensure that every deal is strategically sound and commercially effective.

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Mergers and acquisitions strategy

If M&A forms part of your growth plan, our team will guide you through every stage of the transaction: from planning and negotiation to due diligence and completion. Whether targeting businesses in the UK or internationally, we can:

  • Review financial and tax implications
  • Shape and evaluate offers
  • Negotiate Heads of Terms
  • Manage due diligence and legal processes
  • Coordinate completion and post-deal integration

M&A transactions are driven by strategic objectives that may include:

  • Improving performance, achieving economies of scale and reducing overheads
  • Accelerating growth by entering new markets or sectors
  • Acquiring expertise such as technologies, intellectual property or talent
  • Managing excess capacity by refocusing or divesting parts of the business
  • Rolling up fragmented markets to gain operational efficiency
  • Removing competition and consolidating market share
 

Our team combines legal precision with commercial insight, helping management identify value drivers and anticipate risks throughout the process.

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Mergers and acquisitions deal structure

There are multiple ways to structure a transaction, and selecting the right model is crucial to delivering value while mitigating risk. Some common deal structures include:

Sale of majority of assets: the acquirer purchases key assets and assumes only related liabilities.

Stock for assets: shares are exchanged for assets and associated obligations.

Stock for stock: the acquirer buys shares and operates the target as a subsidiary.

Merger or consolidation: assets and liabilities are transferred and one entity is absorbed into another.

Tender offer: shareholders are paid for their shares; the company is then merged, dissolved or a subsidiary.

Mergers and acquisitions lawyers and tax specialists

Our M&A team has multi-jurisdictional expertise and a proven record in structuring and executing corporate transactions that deliver measurable results. We advise on:

  • Company acquisitions, both asset and share-based, assessing legal and tax risks and opportunities
  • Company sales and divestments, securing maximum value for shareholders and entities
  • Business transactions and joint ventures, coordinating due diligence and mitigating risk
  • Complex restructurings and reorganisations, addressing both legal and tax implications
  • Private equity investments and venture capital, supporting investors and management teams in corporate finance transactions

We help clients define their M&A strategy, prioritise risks and opportunities, and build a clear roadmap for execution. We also advise on post-merger integration, aligning legal, tax and operational aspects for long-term success.

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Examples of corporate transactions

● Gulf Film & Grand Cinemas acquisition – advising on completion and governance for Qatar Media’s acquisition of Gulf Film and Grand Cinemas.
● Sunseeker Yacht Group restructuring – advising on the restructuring and merger of EU operations.
● Specsavers Group restructuring – providing group restructuring and tax advisory services.
● Grupo PRISA capital investment – advising on a €120 million investment by Sheikh Khalid Al Thani in Grupo PRISA, the largest Spanish-speaking media group.

How we can help

We assist clients in structuring and managing a wide range of transactions, including:
● Corporate mergers and acquisitions
● Private equity deals
● Drafting non-disclosure agreements
● Joint ventures
● Formation of special purpose entities and vehicles
Our team understands the complexities of international tax, commercial and regulatory law and examines every detail meticulously to ensure a secure and transparent process. A partner remains involved throughout the engagement, ensuring consistency, in-depth understanding of your business and proactive advice. We also coordinate all professionals involved in the transaction to deliver a seamless and efficient experience.