High Stakes, Smart Decisions: Navigating the M&A Minefield

Navigating the high-stakes world of public M&A requires directors to make decisions under intense legal and market scrutiny. This panel will explore the key strategic and legal considerations for boards during the M&A process. Topics will include immediate considerations, director independence, managing conflicts of interest, the role of special committees, directors’ duties, negotiating deal protections, and the role of legal and financial advisors. The discussion will also touch on fairness opinions and potential claims that may arise, providing boards with critical insights to safeguard their decision-making and reduce risk at a crucial time for their companies.