Ensure a Legally Sound Business Transaction with Legal Due Diligence

Our Legal Due Diligence Services Include:

Legal Structure & Ownership Review

Examining clients’ legal structure, governance, and ownership.

OFAC & PEP Screening

Checking stakeholders’ status such as Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions and Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) status.

Industry-Specific Risk Assessment

Evaluating sector-specific regulatory risks for clients.

Licenses & Permits Analysis

Evaluating the necessity for clients’ to hold any required licenses or permits.

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Evaluation

Reviewing clients’ practices on data privacy and cybersecurity.

Intellectual Property (IP) Analysis

Evaluating the necessity for clients’ to apply for trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets.

What is Legal Due Diligence?

Legal due diligence refers to the comprehensive review of a company’s legal affairs. It provides an in-depth understanding of its legal position, covering everything from its corporate structure, intellectual property rights, financial contracts, and regulatory compliance, to any potential legal risks or disputes that might arise.

It is an essential part of any business transaction, especially when purchasing, merging, or entering into significant partnerships with another company. Legal due diligence helps ensure that you are acquiring or working with a business that has its legal matters in order and does not have hidden liabilities.

Why is Legal Due Diligence Important?

Legal due diligence is important because it uncovers potential risks and liabilities that may not be immediately visible during a business transaction. It helps you understand:

Whether the company is legally sound and compliant with applicable regulations.
What financial obligations or legal risks you may face.
Any legal hurdles that could delay the transaction or reduce the deal’s value.
Opportunities for negotiation in terms of price or deal structure based on the findings.

By conducting legal due diligence, you minimize the risk of facing unexpected legal challenges after the deal is completed. You can structure the transaction to account for any potential liabilities or negotiate better terms.