“Six Steps CLOs Should Take to Manage Antitrust Risk in the Era of ESG Initiatives and Stakeholder Capitalism” from The Conference Board provides a succinct overview of the new dynamics at play (both within the US and internationally) in antitrust law and philosophy that may have deal-breaking implications for transactions that – just a year or two ago – would not have been scrutinized, let alone endangered. The post suggests six practical steps for chief legal officers/general counsel to support management and the board in establishing an M&A strategy; evaluating, negotiating, and documenting potential transactions; and preparing for potential litigation and/or pushback from critical regulatory agencies.
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This post first appeared in the weekly Society Alert!