For New Sellers: How an M&A Attorney Can Help Sell Your Business

What can an M&A attorney bring to the table when selling a business? Jessica Fairchild, a corporate and M&A attorney for over 20 years, answers this question and many more. She discusses why it is so important to work with a lawyer who knows how the M&A process works, knows what your goals are, and understands the key issues of your business when they are negotiating for you. She highlights the need to prepare for a sale as early as possible and build a team of good advisors to help you throughout the sales process.

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Learn More:

• M&A Basics | The Letter of Intent
• Business Exit Plan & Strategy Checklist | A Complete Guide
• The Role of M&A Lawyers When Selling Your Business
• Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) | A Complete Guide for M&A
• Jessica Fairchild Discusses Key Considerations for Founders Looking to Sell Their Business

Additional Resources:

• Download a free pdf copy of The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business.
• Purchase your copy now of A Beginner’s Guide to Business Valuation | The Exit Strategy Handbook | Closing the Deal | Acquired
• Planning to sell your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• To suggest guests, topics, or questions for future podcast episodes, contact Morgan & Westfield.
• Contact Morgan & Westfield to request a free copy of Jacob Orosz's latest book, Food and Beverage M&A: An Insider's Guide to Selling a Food or Beverage Business.

Listen to Other Episodes:

• First Time Selling a Business? Here’s What To Expect.
• Behind the Scenes – A Look at the Human Side of M&A Law
• How to Plan the Sale of Your Business from Start to Finish