Business Law

Buying, Selling & Merging Businesses

If you are buying a business, investigating all facets of an operation is vital to ensure you are buying a viable company. Thorough investigation of the balance sheet and profit and loss statements, along with an evaluation of the inventory, and other assets and liabilities will let you know that you are buying a solid business, and not a corporate shell riddled with debt and hidden liabilities. Moreover, if the transaction is completed improperly, you may not be able to maintain the corporate “veil” that provides you protection from corporate debts and liabilities. At Meriwether & Tharp, our attorneys will assist you with the due diligence you need. In addition to helping you review the basics of a business before investing your hard earned money, our attorneys are prepared to negotiate the business purchase on your behalf to obtain the best possible deal.

If you are selling a business, the attorneys at Meriwether & Tharp LLP can help you cover your bases. Complex legal documents are often a part of any business transaction, and you owe it to yourself to have competent legal counsel represent you during this time. Often times, a business purchaser will insist that all of the business liabilities remain with the prior owner. It is particularly important to know what, if any, your residual exposure may be. Our attorneys can help you to avoid, or at least limit the residual liabilities associated with selling a business.

At Meriwether & Tharp, we have extensive experience in leading clients through the complex process of buying, selling, or merging existing businesses. Call our office at 678-879-9000 to arrange an appointment with one of our attorneys so that we can help you avoid the common pitfalls of acquiring or selling businesses.

Georgia Attorneys providing legal services in the areas of Business Transactions, Business Litigation, and Family Law, from divorce to child support, in the Atlanta metro area including, but not limited to Alpharetta, Buford, Canton, Cumming, Decatur, Roswell, Kennesaw, Lawrenceville, Norcross, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Duluth, Dunwoody, Woodstock, Milton, and Johns Creek.