The objective of this practice aid is to serve as a useful source of information for practitioners who provide merger and acquisition (M&A) dispute consulting services, whether as a neutral practitioner, a consultant, or an expert witness. This practice aid will focus on the theoretical, legal, and accounting basis of M&A dispute consulting. Specifically, it covers:
Overview of merger and acquisition transactions and disputes
Postclosing purchase price adjustments
Earnout provisions and disputes
Material adverse change clauses
Representation and warranty disputes