Again, I'm just starting out. What kind of lawyer do I need to help set up my search fund? M&A? Finance? Small business? Is there an appreciable number of attorneys who have some specific experience with search funds?
And does one use the same or different attorneys for search fund formation versus, later in the process, due diligence?
What kind of lawyer am I seeking?
by a searcher from Carleton College
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Hire people who can prove they have FACILITATED solutions (in a team setting) that should and did occur. Hire doers, not talkers.
Avoid advisors who don’t know enough about small and midsize companies. Not wanting to make mistakes these poseurs are more likely to poo-poo worthwhile ideas or (worse) bless lousy ideas.
Hire adequately experienced experts.
Compatibility among team members is essential.