Welcome back to the Dealmaking with Laura DiFrancesco podcast! In this episode, host Laura DiFrancesco dives deep into the critical topic of deal breaking in M&A (mergers and acquisitions). Emphasizing the importance of due diligence, she also debunks common myths about lawyers in the dealmaking process and highlights the importance of financial due diligence as a first line of defence. Laura shares personal anecdotes of her 10 year experience and how she learned to plan exit strategies to survive the potential pitfalls of a deal. She concluded the episode with a reminder that investing in thorough due diligence is far more cost- effective than facing the consequences of a failed deal. What You’ll Learn: // Deal breakers can make or break a transaction // Financial due diligence is crucial // Debunking myths about lawyers // Communication and momentum are vital during due diligence // Understanding the sellers background is necessary in a deal Episode Highlights: [00:00] Introduction to Deal Breakers in M&A Transactions [01:59] Understanding the Importance of Deal Breakers [04:21] Debunking Myths: Lawyers and Deal Killers [08:52] Financial Due Diligence: The First Line of Defense [12:07] Identifying Bad Actors and Fraud Risks [14:59] Cultural Misalignment: A Hidden Deal Breaker [18:58] The Role of Litigation in Deal Breakers [21:17] Mitigating Risks: Indemnification and Escrow Solutions [23:54] Maintaining Momentum in Due Diligence [27:00] Final Thoughts on Deal Breakers and Due Diligence Resources Mentioned // For free legal guides and resources https://deanstreetlaw.com/resources // Unlock your legal roadmap to success with Acquisitions Insights https://lauradifrancesco.co/acquisiti... Connect with Us Follow on Twitter: @LMDiFrancesco Follow on Instagram: @lauramdifrancesco and @deanstreetlaw Connect on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco Our Sister Brands Follow Flourish Coworking Space on Instagram: @flourishwestchester Follow Ethereal Farms on Instagram: @etherealfarms Check out my other podcast We Grow Together on Spotify and Apple Music Don't miss an episode of "Dealmaking with Laura DiFrancesco." Follow me on your favorite podcast platform and visit deanstreelaw.com to schedule a consultation today. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or stepping into the world of mergers and acquisitions for the first time, let us guide you to success. Follow, rate, and review to help us reach more aspiring dealmakers like you! Credits Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Teagan Rowland Associate Producer // CHANGE TAGS EVERY EPISODE (can keep these tags, but add more specific ones) #dealbreakers #financialduediligence #crucialalignment #legalissues #fraud #negotiation #entrepreneurship #dealmaking #corporatelaw #lawyer #mergersandacquisition #mergers #acquisition #acquisitioninsights #buisness #deanstreetlaw #corporateattorney #billion #billiondollardeals #billiondollars #finance #realestate #M&A #duediligence #contracts #NDAs #antitrustlaws #codeofconduct #regulatorycompliance