Tina Kassangana, Corporate & M&A Lawyer, Associate at Moritt Hock & Hamroff LLP
Tina Kassangana joins usto explore how legal counsel manages risk throughout the M&A lifecycle. With firsthand insight from a practicing M&A attorney, this conversation dives into the real-world complexities of diligence, purchase agreement structuring, reps and warranties, and navigating disputes post-close. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned dealmaker, Tina offers sharp, practical guidance that demystifies the legal side of dealmaking.
Things you will learn:
The three main stages where legal risks arise in M&A—and how to mitigate them
Why reps and warranties clauses and disclosure schedules are critical
How to align buyer-seller expectations in earnouts and seller financing
Legal strategies to prevent conflicts in multi-agreement deals
Intro and Tina's Background – [00:01:00]
Early M&A Risk Identification – [00:05:00]
Buy-Side LOI and Risk Management Roleplay – [00:06:30]
Earnouts vs. Seller Financing and Structuring Strategy – [00:08:00]
Escrow, Reps and Warranties Insurance Deep Dive – [00:11:00]
Asset vs. Stock Deals and Contract Transfer Issues – [00:13:00]
Post-Close Risk & Working Capital Disputes – [00:25:30]
Disclosure Schedules and Rep Breaches – [00:28:30]
Conflicting Terms in Multi-Agreement Deals – [00:35:00]
Post-Close Litigation Triggers (Earnouts, Employment, Equity) – [00:38:00]
Jurisdictional Conflicts and Governing Law – [00:39:00]
How AI Is Changing Contract Analysis – [00:55:00]
