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13th IBA European Corporate and Private M&A Conference

6 Feb - 7 Feb 2025

Session information

We didn’t even sign yet: navigating pre-signing dispute risks in M&A deals

Friday 7 February (0915 - 1030)

Description

Even unsigned deals can spark intense disputes if the discussions turn sour. This panel will explore various pre-signing dispute risks, including the sudden termination of discussions, pre-signing misrepresentations and issues arising in connection with deals subject to employee consultations. Attendees will leave with actionable insights into best practices for effectively managing the pre-signing process and minimising risks, even with the most litigious counterparty.

Session / Workshop Chair(s)

Dieter Gericke	Homburger AG, Zürich, Switzerland

Speakers

Forrest Alogna	Darrois Villey Maillot Brochier , Paris, France
Antonio Donato	Chiomenti Studio Legale, Milan, Italy
Guillermina Ester	PEREZ-LLORCA, Madrid, Spain; Website Officer, Litigation Committee
Jeroen Sebastiaan Kortmann	Stibbe, Amsterdam, Netherlands

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