In today’s fast-paced business environment, effective intellectual property (IP) management is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. However, many businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, often overlook key aspects of IP management, which can lead to costly mistakes. Below are some common pitfalls and practical tips to help businesses avoid them. Failing to Identify and [...]
Often the first fundamental question a lawyer will ask when requested to prepare documentation for a sale of a business is: Are you conducting an Asset or a Share sale? Whilst for the most part this is a fairly straightforward consideration, oftentimes buyers and sellers will not fully understand the fundamental advantages and disadvantages of [...]
The term “M&A” is commonly used in finance and legal circles and in boardrooms across Australia, but what does it really mean? Put simply, M&A is short for mergers and acquisitions – i.e., transactions that bring together two businesses. Selling your business, regardless of its scale or maturity, demands meticulous planning and foresight, should you [...]
