When considering the most critical components of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), parties typically focus on deal structure, legal due diligence, and financial modeling. While important to getting a deal done, this focus often overlooks the importance of the human element
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Business & Legal Developments | May 2025
By Louis Lehot
Friends,In last month’s newsletter, we discussed the potential impact of newly announced U.S. tariffs on the venture capital (VC) landscape and explored how rising costs and new tariffs could pressure startups, particularly those in the technology sector, and slow…
A Look At M&A Trends In An Uncertain Deal Environment
By Louis Lehot
This article by Louis Lehot originally appeared on Law360 on April 14, 2025: A Look At M&A Trends In An Uncertain Deal EnvironmentIn the best of times, mergers and acquisitions are inherently complex. When uncertain global conditions such as…
New Episode: Louis Lehot on IPOs, M&A and Navigating Venture in 2025
By Louis Lehot
On the latest episode of The Venture Variety Show I sat down with Alastair Goldfisher for a candid, timely conversation about where the startup and venture ecosystem is headed. Spoiler: it’s complicated, but not without opportunity.The levers of the venture…
VC Liquidity Crunch: Navigating a Perfect Storm
By Louis Lehot
The venture capital ecosystem is grappling with a liquidity challenge that’s testing even the most seasoned investors. With the IPO market significantly contracted and regulatory scrutiny of M&A deals increasing — particularly for tech acquisitions — VCs are under mounting pressure to return capital…
Navigating Inbound and Outbound Investment through CFIUS: New Administration Policy Impact
By Louis Lehot
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗺𝗽 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀-𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀? NACD Northern California Leadership Council Member Louis Lehot sits down with Crumpton Global’s H.K. Park and fellow partner at Foley & Lardner LLP’s Christopher Swift to explore:✔️ The “America…
How Are Board Rooms Being Impacted by U.S. Politics in 2025?
By Louis Lehot
This article originally appeared on Westlaw Today on March 28, 2025: How Are Board Rooms Being Impacted by U.S. Politics in 2025?Louis Lehot and Patrick Daugherty of Foley & Lardner LLP discuss legal and regulatory changes at the state and…
Weathering the Storm: Key M&A Considerations for Foreign Investors Entering the U.S. Market
By Louis Lehot
Cross-border merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in 2025 will be shaped by tumultuous economic, legal, and regulatory change. Driven by the new U.S. administration’s dramatic shift in policies and priorities, developments that once took months to unfold are now likely…
M&A Round Up and Headlines From Louis Lehot
By Louis Lehot
Good Morning from Silicon Valley! As we kick of the week, I wanted to share how the intersection of tech, finance, and policy is constantly developing. Here’s a roundup of the latest headlines making waves: Let me know your thoughts!A…
New Opportunities and Challenges for Board Directors
By Louis Lehot
Foley & Lardner LLP recently co-hosted a webinar with the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) to discuss how a new presidential administration and evolving state-driven regulations are effecting boardrooms. A summary of that discussion can be found below.Featured Speakers:– Christine…