Mergers and Acquisitions

Determining whether to buy or merge a business is challenging at the best of times. The stakes are high and the cost of making a bad decision can be crippling. At CCC, we have the discipline and experience to help ensure that you make the right moves for the right reasons.

In fact, there have been many instances when we have recommended against proceeding with a transaction. Our record is one of integrity, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always doing what is best for our clients. Equally important is the fact that our record is one of success. It is a record of successfully completing transactions that have achieved our clients' objectives.

Our role in the merger and acquisition process includes assisting our clients to:

• Determine the objectives and criteria for the transaction
• Research and identify targets
• Contact and communicate with targets on a "no-name" basis or with full disclosure
• Ensure that they will earn the right return on their investment after the merger or acquisition has been completed
• Make certain that they have the right capital structure post-closing
• Develop post-acquisition integration plans
• Create and execute a due-diligence plan
• Negotiate the transaction and manage the closing process
• Help raise funds to finance the transaction as needed
• Manage the closing process, including coordinating efforts with the lawyers, bankers and accountants