M&A

MAQS' M&A team has extensive experience advising on and supporting acquisitions, divestments, transfers, restructurings, and other M&A-related matters.
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M&A expertise

At MAQS, we provide comprehensive support across a spectrum of transactions. Our client base spans from entrepreneurs embarking on the sale of their lifelong ventures, to industrial entities seeking expansion, and includes professional investors such as investment companies and private equity firms. Leveraging the expertise of MAQS' specialist groups, we tailor our counsel to align with the transaction's size, scope, and complexity. Our full-service approach and broad experience are instrumental in supporting both our Swedish and international clients through all stages of a transaction, enabling us to adeptly manage both national and international engagements.

Sustainability-related issues are becoming increasingly important, and with them, the associated risks. We work proactively to integrate sustainability-related issues into due diligence processes, risk assessments and transaction structuring. Our advice ensures that our clients get a comprehensive picture of both business risks and future opportunities related to ESG - environmental, social responsibility and regulatory compliance.

Our full-service offering and our experience, based on the breadth of cases we have worked on, make us well equipped to assist our clients in the various stages of transactions, both nationally and internationally.

Our transaction offering

  • Specialized project groups: We assemble a project group with specialized expertise tailored to the client's specific needs, considering the transaction's size and nature. This team may also include lawyers from MAQS' industry groups to enhance efficiency and broaden perspectives to ensure the delivery of the best advice possib le.

  • Project management: We appoint one or more project managers to ensure optimal control and efficiency throughout the process.

  • Initial consultation: A start-up meeting is held to thoroughly review the project’s objectives, expectations, and the acquisition's purpose, among other key considerations.

  • Ongoing reporting: Our approach includes continuous reporting, encompassing cost monitoring to ensure transparency and alignment with budget expectations.

  • Collaboration with external experts: When necessary, we engage in close cooperation with external partners across various fields such as IT, and finance, to provide a comprehensive and integrated service.

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Comprehensive advice on corporate transactions

Business transfers often require coordinated advice in several areas of commercial law. MAQS' transaction group works in full integration with the firm's other practice groups to ensure a comprehensive solution that addresses all dimensions of the transaction. We tailor our advice to the client's industry and individual needs.

Banking and finance

We assist with financing structures, credit agreements and refinancing in connection with company acquisitions. Our team ensures that the transaction is properly financed and that the interests of all parties are considered in negotiations with banks and other financiers.

Corporate tax

Tax-efficient structuring is crucial to the profitability of the transaction. We assist with tax due diligence, identify tax risks and opportunities, and design transaction structures that optimise the tax consequences for both buyers and sellers.

Capital Markets

For listed companies or when the transaction involves capital markets, we assist with prospectuses, listing processes and securities law advice. We ensure compliance with stock exchange rules and securities legislation throughout the transaction process.

Security and Preparedness

Given the increasingly complex threat landscape, we help identify and manage security risks in connection with corporate acquisitions. New security policy regulations affect how companies can collaborate, expand and invest, such as export and investment controls (FDI/UDI). Our review also covers cyber and data security, and we ensure that business-critical functions, protected technology and crisis preparedness are maintained throughout the transaction process.