Perimeter
What is bought and what stays behind must be defined precisely, including contracts and IP.
M&A
Asset purchases in Spain
Asset deals look safer to buyers and often are — but only if the perimeter, the employees and the third-party consents are handled properly.
Who this is for
- Buyers avoiding legacy liabilities
- Sellers disposing of a business line
- Distressed acquirers
Employees
A business transfer generally carries the workforce with it. This is analysed at the outset.
Consents and formalities
Assignments, licences and registrations that condition the buyer's ability to trade from day one.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does an asset deal really isolate liabilities?
- Substantially, but not absolutely: certain tax and employment liabilities can follow the business. The residual exposure needs to be identified and covered.