We specialise in providing clear, strategic, and commercially-focused legal advice to businesses and business owners navigating the complex landscape of mergers, acquisitions, and investments.
We advise buyers, sellers, and management teams on all aspects of M&A transactions, from heads of terms and confidentiality arrangements, through initial due diligence for a potential transaction to completion and post-deal integration. Our approach is thorough, efficient and tailored to protect your interests, maximise value and prioritise your goals.
If you’re seeking private equity investment, venture capital or strategic funding, TWM’s expert solicitors provide robust legal support on structuring, negotiating, and closing your deal. We also act for investors looking to inject capital into high-potential ventures.
Our team also works with management teams, owners, and investors on structuring and executing management buy-outs and management buy-ins, helping managers and directors take control of their business or invest in a new one with confidence and clarity and assist with the creation and governance of joint ventures and strategic alliances, ensuring your collaboration is built on solid legal foundations and aligned with your commercial objectives.
Partner in Business Law
City Expertise, Regional Network, National Outlook - we understand the unique challenges faced by businesses in the UK, with the experience and reach to handle national and cross-border transactions.
Commercially-focused and solutions-oriented advice - we don’t just tick legal boxes, we ensure our advice aligns with your business strategy, objectives, and growth targets.
Accessible and responsive – easily accessible and responsive, ensuring you receive timely and proactive advice, when you need it.
End-to-End Support - from early-stage negotiations to post-completion compliance, our expert solicitors are by your side throughout the deal lifecycle.
Full service support – comprehensive legal services for every stage of your business, supported by seamless collaboration across our specialist teams.
Trusted by SMEs and Corporates alike - our clients range from ambitious start-ups to established enterprises across sectors such as manufacturing, technology, healthcare, retail, and more.
A merger involves two companies combining to form a new entity, while an acquisition occurs when one business purchases and takes control of another. Legally, the processes differ in terms of structure, tax implications and regulatory requirements. Our solicitors can advise on the best structure for your specific objectives.
The exact documents required depend on the nature of the transaction and the parties involved, but might typically include:
Legal due diligence involves a thorough review of the target business’ contracts, liabilities, compliance, intellectual property, employment matters, and more. It helps buyers identify risks, negotiate better terms and avoid costly surprises after completion.
Timeframes vary depending on the complexity of the deal, but a straightforward transaction may take two to four months whilst larger or cross-border deals can take longer due to regulatory approvals, due diligence, and negotiation stages.
Warranties are contractual assurances about the condition of the business being sold, while indemnities provide specific remedies for particular risks or liabilities. Our solicitors help ensure these clauses are fair, clear, and tailored to your deal.
The best option will depend on your growth plans, risk appetite and control preferences, but investments may be structured through:
You should assess:
We can help review heads of terms, negotiate on your behalf and protect your long-term interests.
In most cases, we act for one party to avoid conflicts of interest. However, in some smaller, non-contentious transactions, it may be possible to act in a neutral, facilitative role. We’ll always be transparent about our duties and limitations.
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