This title provides an insider's perspective on best practices for achieving client goals in merger and acquisition cases. Topics include developing a client/attorney relationship; maximizing the value of the attorney; dealing with risks; formulating a case strategy; structuring a deal; evaluating pricing issues, representation, indemnification, and potential liability; drafting contracts; forecasting tax complications; evaluating litigation; assessing intellectual property; executing due diligence; cultivating legal compliance; and identifying the roles of the key players involved, such as the buyer, seller, investment banker, accountant, and attorney.