Distressed M&A across borders: Managing risk and capitalizing on opportunities

Worldwide economic turmoil and uncertainty has created an opportunity for investors and businesses to engage in distressed M&A. This opportunity is often not without risk and requires careful planning, implementation and knowledge. In our next set of Restructuring Touchpoint videos, our global team of M&A and restructuring lawyers discuss the restructuring and bankruptcy processes and tools available to facilitate distressed divestments and sales, both in and out of court. We discuss the key considerations and challenges and offer practical strategies to help manage risk and successfully implement distressed transactions. As part of this, we consider the relevant legislative and regulatory regimes in key jurisdictions across the globe, discuss industry trends and reference noteworthy decisions.