Buying or selling a business is one of the most significant financial transactions a business owner will ever undertake. The stakes are high, the process is complex, and the legal and financial risks are substantial. You need an attorney who understands both the law and the numbers.
Attorney Michael Zara brings a unique combination of legal expertise and accounting knowledge to M&A transactions. With a J.D. from the University of Denver and a B.S. in Accounting from Arizona State University, Mike has the dual perspective needed to evaluate deals from both a legal and financial standpoint. This means more thorough due diligence, better deal structuring, and stronger protection for your interests at every stage.
Whether you are acquiring a competitor, selling your life's work, or merging two businesses into one, Zara Business Law provides the strategic counsel you need to maximize value and minimize risk. We handle transactions for businesses of all sizes, from small owner-operated companies to mid-market enterprises with complex multi-entity structures.
Our M&A Services
We guide clients through every phase of the M&A process, from initial strategy and target identification through due diligence, negotiation, documentation, and closing. Our goal is not just to close the deal, but to close it on terms that protect your interests and position you for success.
Buy-Side Representation
We represent buyers in business acquisitions, conducting thorough due diligence, negotiating favorable terms, and structuring transactions to minimize risk and maximize value.
Sell-Side Representation
When you are ready to sell your business, we prepare you for market, manage the legal aspects of the sale process, and negotiate terms that protect your interests and maximize your return.
Due Diligence
Our due diligence process is comprehensive and informed by Mike's accounting background. We review financial records, contracts, litigation history, IP assets, employment matters, regulatory compliance, and more.
Deal Structuring
Asset purchase vs. stock purchase, earn-outs, escrow arrangements, seller financing, representations and warranties. We structure deals to optimize your tax position and risk allocation.
Letter of Intent & Purchase Agreements
We draft and negotiate LOIs and definitive purchase agreements that clearly define deal terms, protect your interests, and establish the framework for a successful closing.
Post-Closing Integration
The deal does not end at closing. We advise on post-closing obligations including transition services, earn-out compliance, employment transitions, and contract assignments.
Why Choose Zara Business Law
Attorney Michael Zara brings nearly 20 years of legal experience and a B.S. in Accounting to every engagement. This dual expertise means you receive advice that is both legally sound and financially practical. Every client receives Mike's direct phone number because business legal needs do not follow a schedule.
We serve clients in all 50 states from our Denver, Colorado office. Whether you need local counsel in Colorado, Arizona, Georgia, or North Carolina, or nationwide representation through our network of legal partners, we have the reach and resources to serve your business wherever it operates.