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Denver Buying or Selling a Business Attorney

At Sequoia Legal, we understand the high stakes involved in buying or selling a business in Colorado. Our business attorneys know how to guide clients through these critical transactions, ensuring that every aspect is handled with precision and care.

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Colorado Business Purchase and Sale Attorneys

Colorado Business Purchase and Sale Attorneys

Sequoia Legal is a business law firm renowned for its authority in Colorado business law. Our attorneys are skilled at facilitating seamless business purchases and sales, providing comprehensive legal support and guaranteeing that every transaction adheres to regulatory standards while prioritizing our clients' strategic goals.

Trust us to help you oversee all of your company’s important transactions.

Buying a Business in Denver, Colorado

When you decide to purchase an established small business, you're stepping into a venture with a solid foundation — an existing product, a loyal client base, and a recognized brand. This allows you to bypass many of the initial challenges startups face and dive directly into operations.

Our comprehensive services for buyers of businesses include:

  • Initial Consultation: Understanding your goals and outlining the general process.
  • Letter of Intent: Drafting and reviewing to set the framework for the transaction.
  • Detailed Explanation of Purchase Agreement: Ensuring that you fully understand every aspect of the agreement.
  • Review and Negotiation of Purchase Agreement: Tailoring the agreement to suit your specific interests.
  • Business Research: Conducting in-depth analysis to verify the target company’s viability.
  • Lien and Judgment Check: Identifying potential legal encumbrances (additional fees may apply).
  • Preparation and Review of Closing Documents: Verifying legal accuracy and completeness.
  • Representation at Closing: Advocating for your interests during the final stage of purchase.

We understand the central importance of thorough research and due diligence in acquiring a business and are prepared to help you close a favorable deal.

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Selling a Business in Denver, Colorado

Selling a Business in Denver, Colorado

Selling your business is a significant decision that requires careful legal planning and due diligence. Seeking assistance from Sequoia Legal with structuring the sale correctly can offer tax benefits, limit future liabilities, and ensure secure payment.

Our services for sellers include:

  • Initial Consultation: Discussing your objectives and formulating a strategic approach.
  • Detailed Explanation of Purchase Agreement: Outlining and clarifying all relevant terms and conditions.
  • Preparation of Purchase Agreement: Drafting an agreement that aligns with your goals.
  • Negotiation with Buyer: Ensuring that your interests are effectively represented.
  • Preparation and Review of Closing Documents: Guaranteeing legal compliance and thoroughness.
  • Escrow Service: Securely managing the transaction itself.
  • Representation at Closing: Providing a legal presence to facilitate a smooth transfer.

If you’re considering selling your Denver-based business, one of the first steps you should take is to retain the services of a qualified business attorney from Sequoia Legal.

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Ready to take the next step toward your business goals? Contact Sequoia Legal today to set up a consultation with one of our Denver business attorneys. We're here to help with all your business buying or selling needs in Colorado.

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Businesses We Help

The legal professionals at Sequoia Legal are proud to assist a wide variety of organizations with the complex process of buying or selling a business. Our knowledge and experience serve to ensure a fluid transition and total legal compliance, with services tailored to the unique requirements of each company and business sector.

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Small Businesses

We offer dedicated support for small businesses engaged in buying or selling. Our areas of focus include performing comprehensive due diligence, aiding with negotiations, and ensuring compliance. These services allow small business owners to confidently expand or hand off their operations.

Mid-Sized Companies

We understand that mid-sized companies face unique challenges during acquisition or divestiture. Our capable team can handle all stages and aspects of these transactions, from conducting thorough due diligence and reviewing contracts to negotiating and closing deals, providing a blueprint for continued success.

Startups and Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs and startups looking to buy or sell a business have much to gain from our multifaceted approach. We can guide you through the intricacies of acquiring or offloading an entity, verifying that all legal requirements are met for a successful transfer or acquisition.

Software Companies

Software companies motivated to buy or sell can benefit from our deep understanding of intellectual property, licensing, and contract negotiations. This knowledge will ensure that your software assets are protected and valued appropriately during the transaction.

Manufacturing Businesses

Colorado manufacturers can also make use of our deft legal guidance, which emphasizes smooth contract management, adherence to regulatory compliance, and protection of intellectual property.

General Outside Counsel for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses

General Outside Counsel for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses

We recognize that small and mid-sized businesses have unique legal needs, which is why we also offer general outside counsel services. Our monthly legal plans are designed to offer small and mid-sized businesses the following advantages:

  • Affordable, Predictable Budgeting: Fixed monthly fees make your legal expenses both manageable and foreseeable.
  • Dedicated Team of Business Attorneys: You’ll gain direct access to our experienced attorneys, who can advise you on the subtlest nuances of business law.
  • Timely Response to Legal Inquiries: You can expect quick and actionable responses to your legal questions and concerns.
  • Ongoing Tailored Legal Counsel: Receive personalized legal advice that addresses your enterprise’s specific structure, needs, and challenges.
  • Cost Savings: Enjoy up to 20% savings compared to standard business attorney rates, ensuring quality legal services at a more affordable cost.

Regardless of your chosen plan, we aim to provide continuous, comprehensive legal support that aligns with your organization’s evolving needs.

Why Choose Sequoia Legal for Business Operations in Denver, CO?

When you select Sequoia Legal to guide your business operations in Denver, you get a distinctive blend of industry-leading insight and client-focused service. Here’s why we stand out.

Why Work With Sequoia Legal For Your Next M&A Deal?

Big Law Experience, Small Firm Touch

You can’t afford to be treated as just another client. Our team offers the resources and capabilities of a large law firm with the personalized care and attention of a smaller practice.

Commitment To Long-Term Relationships

We’re not interested in one-and-done deals. We’ll work continually to understand and promote your individual business goals, fostering enduring partnerships that grow with your business.

Reasonable and Transparent Costs

Stop worrying about how to fit legal fees into your operating budget. Our above-board billing model and budget-friendly service options make critical legal advice accessible to businesses of all sizes.

OUR TEAM

Denver Business Lawyers You Can Trust

Meet the dedicated team of experienced attorneys at Sequoia Legal, all of whom are ready to aid you with your intended business purchase or sale.

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Our Successful Cases

Rock Solid FCPA and Export Compliance Programs

Our Denver export compliance law firm has extensive experience with export administration regulations, the FCPA and international trade and can assist clients with developing export control and FCPA compliance programs. We ensure each client follows appropriate FCPA, export control compliance and foreign trade regulations for their industry, and our clients hail from nearly every industry sector. The attorneys at Sequoia Legal have successfully assisted and provided continued guidance for several international companies regarding the internal implementation of FCPA and export compliance plans. These companies employ and engage in various transactions with individuals and companies around the world. To ensure continued compliance with US sanctions laws and regulations following the implementation of the FCPA and export compliance programs, Sequoia Legal has conducted company audits, interviews and internal FCPA training programs. Due to the diligence of the Sequoia Legal team, zero issues or enforcement actions have been taken by the US government against Sequoia's clients for any FCPA or export related matter. An investment in a Sequoia Legal compliance plan has saved our clients time, focus and money.

No Penalty Voluntary Disclosures to US Gov

Companies routinely face complex situations when exporting or doing business internationally. There is a complex set of laws and regulations applicable to the persons, places and products involved in international business. Businesses sometimes end up violating or running afoul of these highly technical and complicated rules. Sequoia Legal has represented various US and foreign companies in conducting internal investigations relating to suspected violations of US sanctions and export controls. Following completion of these internal investigations, where necessary, we have assisted clients in voluntarily disclosing suspected violations to US authorities and have obtained favorable outcomes, including reduced penalties or no penalties. This has allowed our clients to sleep at night and continue to expand and do business internationally in compliance with applicable US law.

Successful Sale of Technology Startup

Our team at Sequoia Legal regularly helps sellers and buyers of businesses navigate the intricacies of the purchase and sale process to help them achieve their dreams. In this case, Sequoia Legal was brought on by the owners of a local technology company in a sale to a strategic acquirer with a total transaction value in the multiple millions. We successfully negotiated transaction agreements, including due diligence with the buyer and post-closing employment agreements, and closed the transaction within an expedited 30 days period. As part of this process, we helped educate the sellers through their first transaction and work through the emotional roller coaster of selling your business.

Searching for Search Fund Success

And Finding It! Sequoia Legal regularly helps search funds and individuals find, acquire and successfully build new businesses. Our client was a search funder focused on acquiring a company in the professional services industry. We assisted in negotiating several LOI's that fell through, but as a result of that process, we found the right acquisition fit and assisted our client in executing an LOI, conducting due diligence, structuring the deal, negotiating the purchase agreement, working with the SBA and completing a deal that included a cash payment, SBA loan and seller financing with a variable note that reduced if certain revenue metrics were not achieved. We then assisted our client with several "tuck-in" acquisitions to further augment and accelerate the client's goals and exponentially grow revenue.

What Our Clients Say

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Contact Sequoia Legal Today for a Free Consultation

We’re committed to providing trustworthy legal services for businesses of all types, sizes, and structures. Contact our team today to learn more about how we can help your business navigate your upcoming purchase or sale.


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FAQs

What are the legal costs of buying or selling a business?

The legal costs associated with buying or selling a business can vary depending on the nature and complexity of the transaction. Typically, they include attorney fees, due diligence costs, and potential regulatory fees. It's a good idea to consult a qualified business attorney to get a clearer estimate based on your specific situation.

What legal aspects should I consider when buying a business?

Key considerations include contract negotiations, due diligence, compliance with regulations, intellectual property rights, confidentiality agreements, employee contracts, and potential liabilities. An experienced attorney can provide guidance on all of these aspects and protect your interests with every development.