Before you decide to invest in, or buy a business, it may be wise to pause and consider – do you really know what you are paying for?
There are many aspects of a business that will not be apparent upon casual observation. For example, unless the business discloses it, you may not know much about:
- Existing agreements and obligations between the business and its suppliers/landlords/lenders/customers/etc
- Actual ownership of the business – e.g. ownership of trademarks, etc
Our team offers corporate due diligence at affordable fixed rates to help you to answer these questions and decide if it is worthwhile to invest in the business.
You may not decide to purchase a business outright. As an alternative you may decide instead to invest in it. Investment in a business takes many forms, such as the purchase of shares, a joint venture with a profit-sharing element, etc. When investing, it is also important to consider your exit mechanism – how will you cash out your investment?
Our lawyers will be able to provide advise on the various options and mechanisms that are available.
The types of documents and agreements that businesses typically will require at the beginning are:
- Corporate due diligence
- Term sheets
- Joint venture, investment, and shareholder agreements
- Franchising agreements
- Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements
Not all investments will require the full suite of agreements and documents. We understand that businesses have a limited legal budget when starting out. Speak with our experienced corporate lawyers to work out what you do not need, in addition to what may be useful.
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Cannot praise the team at IRB Law enough... from Mohamed Baiross's prompt reply to my whatsapp message late in the night, to Hadhri's prompt follow-up and assistance, they made the process of getting of a POA a really smooth one. Given our tight deadline, the team was very patient and super duper helpful in answering our queries and lending the helping hand. Thank you so much again for everything, we really appreciate it. Kudos to the wonderful team! Cheers! 😀
Highly recommended! With their welcoming office, I had a great experience with IRB Law. Kudos to Mr. Ahmad Ghazi, Mr. Baiross, and the rest of the IRB Law team for their efficiency and excellent coordination. Special thanks to Mr. Ahmad Ghazi, who handled my queries with exceptional professionalism, patience, and dedication from the very beginning. He took the time to explain the process clearly, answered all my questions promptly, and provided clear legal advice on possible future scenarios as well. It was all smooth process within 2 weeks!
We engaged IRB for a recent case and had an absolutely wonderful experience with Mr Baiross and Mr Joel. From our very first consultation, we knew we were in good hands. Mr Baiross took the time to understand our situation and walked us through the potential consequences with so much empathy, patience and genuine concern. He never made us feel rushed, and his ability to explain everything clearly gave us a lot of reassurance during what was a very stressful period for us. It was clear from the very first conversation that he genuinely cared about helping us, and we knew we wanted to engage him and his team. We were also incredibly fortunate to work with Joel throughout the process. His friendly and approachable demeanour made it so easy to communicate with him. He always kept us focused on the end goal, while making the entire process feel much less daunting. At times, it genuinely felt like we were discussing things with a friend rather than a lawyer. What we appreciated most about Joel was his ability to empathise with our situation and understand how we were feeling before offering his thoughts and advice. He never made us feel like our concerns were insignificant, and we always felt heard, respected and supported. His professionalism, patience and personal touch really stood out to us. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a team that is not only professional and knowledgeable, but also genuinely empathetic and invested in their clients.
Areas of focus
- General Advisory
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Intellectual Property
- Contracts
- Business Succession Planning
- Dispute Resolution
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Why Us
Why Choose IRB Law
Proven M&A and Investment Expertise
We advise investors and buyers on acquisitions and investments with thorough due diligence and strategic insight.
Commercially Focused, Risk-Aware Advice
We identify legal risks and structure transactions to protect your interests and maximise value.
Transparent and Competitive Fees
We provide upfront, clear pricing with no hidden charges, giving you confidence throughout the transaction.
Our Lawyers
Some of Our Corporate Law Team
Mohamed Baiross
Mohamed Baiross is the managing partner of IRB Law and one of the nation's leading lawyers in multiple practice areas, including civil, corporate, and commercial law. With over three decades of experience as a business lawyer, Mohamed Baiross has built a renowned corporate law firm in Singapore, providing expert legal services to global corporations and local businesses.
Kulvinder Kaur
Kulvinder Kaur is a prominent commercial and corporate lawyer and an expert in litigation matters. Kaur is well-known in all courts of Singapore for strong legal representation in the most complex cases across multiple practice areas.
