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Hidden IP Risks That Kill Deals After the LOI

Hidden IP Risks That Kill Deals After the LOI

After the LOI is signed, IP diligence begins, transactions begin to shake and closing can seem just out of reach. If the details don't line up, you could lose your deal altogether. Read analysis by Talha Wajeeh and Anu Kinhal to avoid costly IP risks

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2025 M&A Lessons #3 - "Keep Your Heart 3Stacks, Keep Your Heart"

2025 M&A Lessons #3 - "Keep Your Heart 3Stacks, Keep Your Heart"

Lesson #3 in our countdown. In M&A, just like in love, don’t get too attached too early. The deal isn’t real until the ink dries. Stay sharp, stay patient, and keep your options open.

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2025 M&A Lessons #4 - Check Your Emotions at the Door, But Bring Your Emotional Intelligence

2025 M&A Lessons #4 - Check Your Emotions at the Door, But Bring Your Emotional Intelligence

Cadet Legal's countdown continues with Lesson #4. In lower middle market M&A, emotions can derail or define a deal. In this article we unpack why "checking your emotions at the door" is necessary but not sufficient. You also need EQ

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2025 M&A Lessons - #5 Being a Smart Business Owner or Business Attorney ≠ M&A Ready

2025 M&A Lessons - #5 Being a Smart Business Owner or Business Attorney ≠ M&A Ready

As we count down our 5 M&A Lessons from 2025, #5 is a reminder that you can be a smart business person and not understand M&A; further, business attorneys are not necessarily M&A attorneys and the difference can cost you.

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