Management buyout (MBO) solicitors

A management buyout (MBO) enables a company's management team to purchase the business they run from the existing owners - often with the help of external parties such as credited lenders or private equity funds. 

In recent years, MBOs have become a popular option for owners looking to exit a business or parent companies wanting to dispose of a non-core business.

One of the main attractions of an MBO is that there is no need for the business owner to find an external buyer. It can be financially rewarding and offer more business continuity by selling the whole business or a controlling stake to the management team.

How our MBO solicitors can help

Engaging specialist legal advice is always essential to ensure a smooth process. A successful MBO is where the management team and the current owners work collaboratively to reach a positive outcome for all stakeholders.

The management buyout process is complex and takes time and expertise to complete successfully. MBOs vary widely in timescale, but a typical process can last around six to nine months.  

Our corporate solicitors will ensure that every stage of the MBO is streamlined, right through to the deal's completion.

• Confidentiality agreements
• Conflicts of interest
• Due diligence
• Employment advice
• Formation of the new company
• Heads of terms
• Indemnities
• Investment agreements
• Negotiating terms
• Negotiating warranties
• Restrictive covenants
• Share purchase agreements (SPA)
• Shareholder agreements 

Contact our MBO solicitors

Our corporate solicitors are happy to talk to you and discuss your needs and situation wherever you are in the succession planning process.

We understand that your business is unique. That's why we'll take the time to get to know you, your company, and your MBO requirements so we can deliver tailor-made legal solutions that are right for you.

We have solicitors in London, Bath, Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, and Ulverston, and we work with clients nationwide.