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Facilitator Guide

Working in M&A (UK)

What’s covered

  • What M&A lawyers do
  • Deal teams
  • Working with other advisors
  • Clients
  • Practice tips

Before the session

Prepare the Attendees

Send the attendees an invitation for the session. Include this link, which has the videos and exercise they’ll need to prepare.

https://www.hotshotlegal.com/discussions/working-in-m-a-uk/attendee

Prepare Yourself

Watch the videos and read the exercise so you’re familiar with the Hotshot material.

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    Working in M&A (UK)

    Practical insights into M&A legal practice, including what M&A lawyers do day-to-day, who the clients are, and tips for success in M&A practice.

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    Exercise

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During the session

Part 1: Knowledge Check
 Ask attendees these questions to ensure they understand the topic: 
  • How do priorities differ if you represent a buyer verses a seller?
  • How is M&A practice different from other practice areas?
  • What types of outside advisors work on M&A deals?
  • What are some different types of M&A clients?
 
Part 2: Group Exercise
 
Lead a group discussion based on the exercise. To encourage collaboration, divide the attendees into groups to discuss the exercise, then have a representative from each group summarise their views to the larger group. Call on people to share their thoughts and ask others to respond.
 
Tip for remote sessions: use your web conferencing system’s breakout room feature to divide people into groups.
 
Part 3: War Stories and Firm Specifics
 
Share your own experiences and guidance, including:
  • Anecdotes and war stories (e.g., about a near-disaster or a tough negotiation)
  • General practice tips (dos and don’ts)
  • Firm-specific guidance and practices

After the session

To continue their learning, attendees can check out related courses in Hotshot’s M&A Basics (UK) topic.