Mergers & Acquisitions

Protect Value. Minimize Risk. Maximize Opportunity.

Buying, selling, or merging a business is a defining moment, especially if it’s your first time or you’re negotiating with a much larger company.

These deals can feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. At SK&C, we make sure your interests are protected and your future is secure. Lisa Sigman leads our Mergers & Acquisitions practice with a rare combination of legal precision and real-world business insight. She’s negotiated complex deals for small and mid-sized businesses and knows how to go toe-to-toe with the biggest M&A law firms, without losing the personal attention you deserve.

How We Protect Sellers in Big Deals

Selling your business, especially to a much larger company, comes with high stakes. Every term matters in the valuation, payment structure, liability, and post-closing obligations. Lisa ensures that you are not overshadowed in the process. She protects your equity, employees, and strategic objectives by meticulously crafting terms that minimize liability and align with long-term goals. Her disciplined approach transforms sophisticated negotiations into outcomes that deliver clarity, confidence, and measurable value.

How We Help Buyers Make Strategic Moves

Acquiring a business is more than a purchase; it’s a calculated step toward growth, where every decision matters, from deal structure, valuation, and payment terms to integration planning. Whether you’re purchasing a business as a new career or making a complementary acquisition to expand your current operations, we guide you through every step. We help you uncover risks, negotiate favorable terms, and build a roadmap for success, so your acquisition becomes a competitive advantage, not a costly mistake.

What we focus on in all M&A transactions

Deal Structure

Asset or stock purchase? We help you choose the structure that minimizes risk and maximizes value.

Valuation & Payment Terms

We help ensure that the numbers and timing of the deal work for you.

Due Diligence

We identify the risks before they become costly surprises.

Employee Protections

We protect your team from retention agreements through benefits.

Post-Closing Integration

We help you plan for what comes next after the deal is done.

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Our M&A Services Include

  • Buy-Side & Sell-Side Representation

  • Due Diligence & Risk Assessment

  • Deal Structuring & Negotiation

  • Asset & Equity Purchase Agreements

  • Joint Ventures & Strategic Alliances

  • Post-Closing Integration Support

Why Choose SK&C

Big-Firm Experience, Boutique Approach

Lisa Sigman brings the same level of expertise and sophistication as large M&A firms without the bureaucracy.

Business Insight

Years of working alongside business owners and as a serial entrepreneur give her a practical edge that strict M&A attorneys don’t have.

Personalized Strategy

Every deal is unique. We tailor our approach
to your goals.

Integrated Professional Network

We collaborate seamlessly with your chosen advisors, CPAs, brokers, lenders, and provide access to specialized legal resources, including a tax attorney for high-value transactions. This ensures your deal structure minimizes tax exposure and protects your bottom line.