Frequently Asked Questions

An M&A lawyer may advise on transaction structure, legal due diligence, regulatory issues, negotiation, transaction documents, signing, completion and post-completion matters. The precise scope depends on the structure and requirements of the transaction.

Read full answer: What does an M&A lawyer do in Oman?

Legal due diligence is a structured review of legal issues affecting a target company or asset. It may examine corporate records, contracts, licences, disputes, employment matters, financing arrangements, regulatory compliance and other areas relevant to the proposed investment.

Read full answer: What is legal due diligence in an acquisition?

Due diligence helps an investor identify legal risks before committing capital or completing an acquisition. Its findings can influence transaction structure, contractual protections, valuation discussions, conditions to completion and post-closing actions.

Read full answer: Why is legal due diligence important before buying a company?

Yes. FALC's corporate and M&A practice includes local and cross-border investments and acquisitions. Where foreign law is involved, foreign counsel can be instructed and coordinated as part of the transaction.

Read full answer: Can FALC advise on cross-border acquisitions?

The required documentation depends on the transaction. It can include share purchase agreements, subscription agreements, shareholders' agreements, disclosure documents, corporate approvals and documents dealing with completion and post-completion obligations.

Read full answer: What documents are commonly negotiated in an acquisition?

A share acquisition generally involves acquiring an ownership interest in the company itself, while an asset transaction involves acquiring selected assets or business components. The legal, regulatory, contractual and liability consequences can differ significantly, so the preferred structure should be determined for the particular transaction.

Read full answer: What is the difference between buying shares and buying business assets?

Relevant issues may include ownership structure, corporate authority, contractual obligations, financing, litigation, employees, regulatory approvals, licences and transaction-specific risks. The appropriate review depends on the company, sector and transaction structure.

Read full answer: What legal issues should an investor consider before acquiring an Omani company?

Yes. Transactional legal work can extend beyond document preparation to transaction structuring, risk allocation, negotiations, due diligence findings, regulatory strategy and completion planning.

Read full answer: Can a law firm help negotiate an acquisition rather than simply draft documents?

Signing and completion may occur together or at different stages. Depending on the transaction, there may be conditions to satisfy, regulatory steps, corporate approvals, payment mechanics, document deliveries and post-completion obligations.

Read full answer: What happens after an M&A transaction is signed?

Yes. The firm's published experience includes cross-border mandates involving Omani investors as well as work relating to foreign investment into Oman. Foreign-law components are handled with appropriate local counsel where required.

Read full answer: Can FALC advise both Omani investors investing abroad and foreign investors entering Oman?