Support a cross-border acquisition from initial negotiations and due diligence through to signing and completion.
International mergers and acquisitions bring together commercial strategy, legal analysis and collaboration across multiple jurisdictions. At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, our lawyers advise leading organisations on complex, high-value acquisitions, disposals and strategic investments around the world.
Modern transactions involve much more than agreeing a purchase price. M&A lawyers must understand the client’s commercial objectives, investigate the target business through due diligence, a detailed review used to verify information and identify legal, commercial and financial risks, coordinate stakeholders and negotiate protections that support a successful transaction.
In this job simulation, you will support Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer’s International M&A team on a proposed cross-border acquisition. As the transaction progresses, you will:
document the principal commercial termssupport the due diligence processassess and communicate key transaction risksconsider protections for the buyer in the acquisition agreementadvise the client as the transaction moves towards completion
You do not need previous legal knowledge to complete the simulation. The tasks are designed to develop the analytical thinking, commercial awareness and communication skills required to work effectively in a global law firm.
Step into the role of a junior M&A lawyer and experience how legal teams help clients navigate each stage of an international transaction.
This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 6-7 hours to complete.
Skills Learned:
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Preparing a Letter of Intent
Help document the principal commercial terms of Meridian’s proposed acquisition before detailed negotiations begin.- Legal Drafting
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
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Conducting Due Diligence
Help Meridian identify the key areas that should be investigated before deciding whether to proceed with the acquisition.- Commercial Awareness
- Research
- Presentation Skills
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Assessing Due Diligence Findings
Help the legal team identify the most significant risks discovered during due diligence and recommend practical next steps for Meridian.- Commercial Awareness
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
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Negotiating Buyer Protections
Help the legal team identify the protections Meridian should seek in the Share Purchase Agreement before completing the acquisition.- Attention to Detail
- Contract Drafting
- Stress Management
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Preparing a Client Update
Help the legal team summarise the transaction, communicate the key outcomes and recommend the final steps before completion.- Legal Communication
- Client Communication
- Legal Drafting
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Finish Line
