Due Diligence Request List: Private Mergers & Acquisitions

by Practical Law Corporate & Securities

A Standard Document for a legal due diligence request list for use in the acquisition of a private company. This document outlines the comprehensive range of information and materials typically requested by a buyer's counsel from the seller during such transactions. Key areas covered include corporate records, securities, financing documents, management and employees, financial information, intellectual property, IT systems, privacy and data security, environmental matters, and regulatory compliance. The document emphasizes the need to tailor the request list to the transaction structure and the specific entity type and industry of the target company. This document serves as a guide for requesting due diligence materials in private M&A transactions, ensuring that all necessary information is gathered to facilitate informed decision-making.