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AdvisorLaw is pleased to announce the successful closure of a significant Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) transaction, demonstrating our capability to maximize value even on complex internal deals. Our client, an independent financial advisor with over 35 years of experience, sought an optimal exit strategy as he transitioned into retirement.
The Challenge: Maximizing Value on an Internal Practice Sale
The advisor initially received an internal offer from his existing firm for his practice. To ensure he received the best possible value for his years of service, he engaged the expertise of AdvisorLaw’s M&A division for a second opinion and negotiation support.
A Successful Negotiation Process: Tripling the Payout
The AdvisorLaw M&A Team, leveraging specialized knowledge of financial advisor practice valuation and deal structuring, crafted an agreement that ultimately tripled the payout for the retiring advisor.
The success of this deal is particularly noteworthy given the circumstances: the buyer was an advisor who also worked at the seller’s firm. Such internal transactions can be complicated by potential conflicts of interest and the firm's desire to control the practice transition terms.
Despite these hurdles, the AdvisorLaw M&A team was able to negotiate a significantly higher valuation while maintaining minimal disruption to clients—a critical factor for the retiring advisor.
"It's great to find a way to triple the actual payout to our client—obviously a huge win. We accomplished the dual goal of securing a much higher valuation for the advisor while ensuring the client transition was as seamless as possible. It was a great success, all around."
The Power of Expertise in Financial Services M&A
This transaction showcases how having an experienced M&A team composed of securities attorneys and valuation experts can dramatically impact your final return when negotiating with a large corporation. AdvisorLaw's expertise in mergers & acquisitions makes all the difference when financial advisors are trying to maximize their return for their years of service.
AdvisorLaw’s President & Founder, Dochtor Kennedy, who shepherded the transaction agreement, deserves recognition for securing such a favorable outcome for the retiring RIA practice owner.
Protect Your Legacy: Partner with AdvisorLaw
Don't leave money on the table when negotiating your RIA exit strategy. AdvisorLaw offers specialized M&A consulting and legal support to protect your interests, maximize your practice valuation, and ensure a seamless transition.