mergers and acquisitions in ireland
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Mergers and Acquisitions in Ireland
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What are Mergers and Acquisitions in Ireland?
• Mergers and acquisitions represent a measure through which larger companies assimilate smaller companies.
• In this way the shareholders of the large company can develop their business by increasing the shareholder value.
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Company Acquisition in Ireland
• A company acquisition happens in the moment when a larger company is interested in buying a smaller business.
• Before purchasing a company in Ireland, it is recommended to verify the respective business.
• The best way to verify a company is by hiring an Irish lawyer who can perform a comprehensive due diligence procedure.
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Mergers in Ireland
• A merger is a procedure through which at least two companies with common business visions unite under a single legal entity.
• Business owners interested in merging with another company, should ask for the help of our Irish attorneys, who can take care of the entire process.
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Mergers and Acquisitions Market in Ireland >>
• The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market in Ireland has increased in the last years, mostly in the financial and pharmaceutical industries.
• Analysts have pointed out that many international technology companies will soon be interested in merging with smaller, local companies set up in Ireland or buying such companies.
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>> Mergers and Acquisitions Market in Ireland
• In 2013, the M&A market in Ireland reached the value of EUR 38.59 billion, compared to a value of EUR 27.73 billion in 2012.
• If you are a foreign investor interested in a merger or acquisition in Ireland, our Irish law firm can offer you assistance and recommendations according to your plans.
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M&A Procedures in Ireland
• Only several types of businesses can get involved in these activities.
• As such, M&A procedures could be performed in case of limited companies, private companies limited by shares or public limited companies.
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Legal Framework for M&A in Ireland >>
• The legal framework under which mergers and acquisitions are regulated is the Companies Act 2014.
• The document provides stipulations on the Contract Law in Ireland and it offers the legal procedures for the sale/purchase of a company.
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>> Legal Framework for M&A in Ireland
• The merger process can also be found in the Competition Act 2012.
• If you need legal consultancy for a merger or a company acquisition in Ireland, you can contact our Irish lawyers.
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Additional Legal Services in Ireland
• Besides legal assistance for M&A activities, our Irish lawyers can also advise clients in the following matters:
commercial litigations;
company formation; setting up a branch or a
subsidiary; company liquidation; debt collection.
• Do not hesitate to contact our lawyers in Ireland for a personalized offer.
Thank you for your attention!
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