The consolidation of the crypto industry has begun. Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) involving cryptocurrency businesses represent the new frontier of corporate finance, where traditional deal-making collides with the novel complexities of blockchain technology. An M&A deal for a crypto company requires not only a command of transaction law but also a highly specialized ability to conduct due diligence on virtual assets, smart contracts, and decentralized governance. Our firm provides a fully integrated M&A advisory service, ensuring your transaction is structured for maximum value and minimal risk.
Our M&A counsel is distinguished by its focus on the unique risk factors of this industry. The success of any M&A deal hinges on what you discover before signing. Our specialized crypto due diligence goes beyond standard corporate records to include a comprehensive investigation of the target's critical assets and liabilities. This process includes on-chain asset verification through a forensic analysis of the company's treasury; smart contract audits to assess embedded legal and security risks; a regulatory review of VASP registration status and AML/KYC program robustness; and an assessment of intellectual property and technology.
Following this, we provide innovative transaction structuring. This may involve a traditional share or asset purchase, or more novel mechanisms like a token-for-token merger. We design structures that address the unique challenges of valuing and transferring virtual assets and ensure tax efficiency. Finally, we represent your interests at the negotiating table, drafting the primary transaction documents (SPA, APA) and managing every facet of the deal through to a successful and secure closing.