Shearman & Sterling

JANUARY 8, 2019

The case involved three corporations that adopted federal forum-selection provisions for Securities Act claims in their respective certificates of incorporation prior to their initial public offerings. 2017-0931-JTL (Del.

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Shearman & Sterling

JANUARY 8, 2019

The case involved three corporations that adopted federal forum-selection provisions for Securities Act claims in their respective certificates of incorporation prior to their initial public offerings. 2017-0931-JTL (Del.

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Francine Way

JULY 8, 2017

PE funds typically have 4-to-7-years ownership windows for an investment and look for an exit at the end of that period through a sale or an IPO (initial public offering). An open-ended process distracts management, can cause corporate performance to suffer, and opens the possibilities for adverse market conditions.

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Cooley M&A

APRIL 5, 2024

In this post, we dive into two cases that serve as a reminder that Delaware grounds review of corporate actions in statutory requirements and not market practice, no matter how prevalent. Board designation requirement Not facially invalid Valid because ultimate corporate action is subject to stockholder independent review.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

AUGUST 16, 2024

When a PE firm purchases a business, the intent is to grow the company substantially (through organic growth and acquisitions) and quickly (usually within three to seven years) with the goal of a successful sale, to another PE firm, a strategic buyer, or through an Initial Public Offering (IPO).

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Deal Law Wire

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

These communities have shown at times that their investment decisions are not just guided by financial returns, but other corporate governance factors as well. Private Companies.

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Cooley M&A

MARCH 1, 2019

Pursuing a “dual-track” process involves preparing for an initial public offering at the same time as running a private M&A process, often through an auction. Undertaking an IPO typically takes three to six months and a large part of the timetable is influenced by third parties who help prepare and review the offer document.

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