M&A Disputes

Our litigators engage early in the transaction life cycle, advising on fiduciary duties and governance, due diligence, regulatory compliance, intellectual property ownership, deal structuring, indemnities and matters potentially giving rise to litigation. Integrated with Cooley’s market-leading M&A powerhouse, we provide pre-closing perspective to inform deal terms that anticipate friction and rewire risk before it materializes.

We deliver swift results that preserve momentum and allow our clients to focus on growth. Our team handles the most complicated post-transaction issues, from damages and appraisal trials and purchase price adjustments to earnouts, milestones and indemnities. Combining sharp legal and commercial understanding, we resolve disputes quickly, reinforce post-close integration and help stakeholders navigate disputes, including those involving directors and officers and representations and warranties insurance. We prioritize strategic resolution – whether through negotiation, arbitration or litigation.

Our team of 425+ litigators is frequently called upon to handle high-profile, “bet-the-company” litigation matters across sectors and jurisdictions, including in Delaware, New York and internationally. When the stakes are high, our deep litigation bench across the US and around the world brings courtroom credibility and strategic firepower to the most consequential disputes.

As the go-to advisor to companies redefining tech, life sciences, biotech and other disruptive industries, we have unique experience litigating cases that involve novel and quickly evolving areas of the law. Our team brings sector knowledge and insight to every matter, supported by teams focused on IP, tax, privacy, employment and more.