A Settlement & Mutual Release Agreement resolves disputes and releases parties from future claims. This playbook outlines negotiation of consideration, confidentiality, and release scope.
Why This Matters: Ensuring accurate representations reduces the likelihood of unexpected liabilities surfacing after closing. This is critical to protecting the client’s financial and legal interests.
Negotiation strategy
If you're the Party A:
The Buyer should ensure that all representations and warranties are comprehensive and include a survival period that aligns with the transaction's risk profile. Insist on detailed disclosure schedules to mitigate post-closing risks.
If you're the Party B:
The Seller should aim to limit the scope of representations and warranties to what is strictly necessary and ensure liability caps are in place. Provide thorough disclosure schedules to qualify representations and manage risk.
Essential elements
1
Authority Confirmation
Seller's power to execute agreement.
2
Information Accuracy
Truthfulness of provided information.
3
Conflict Avoidance
No legal or document conflicts.
Action framework
ACCEPT
Propose edits if representations are too broad or lack necessary qualifications.
EDIT
Reject if representations are overly burdensome or impossible to meet.
ADD
Add clauses if key representations or risk allocations are missing.
PRO TIP
Always cross-reference disclosure schedules with representations to ensure alignment and risk mitigation.
Example clauses
FAVORABLE
Preferred Representations and Warranties
"The Seller represents and warrants to the Buyer that, as of the date of this Agreement and as of the Closing Date, the Seller has full power and authority to enter into this Agreement and to consummate the transactions contemplated hereby. The execution, delivery, and performance of this Agreement by the Seller have been duly authorized by all necessary corporate action."
NEUTRAL
Standard Information Accuracy
"The Seller represents and warrants that all information provided to the Buyer in connection with this Agreement is true, complete, and accurate in all material respects as of the date hereof and as of the Closing Date."
UNFAVORABLE
Overly Broad Representations
"The Seller represents and warrants that all aspects of the business are in perfect condition and free from any defects or issues."
Fallbacks
High-Risk Projects
In high-risk projects, representations should be more detailed, and survival periods extended to cover potential long-term liabilities.
Cross-Border Transactions
Cross-border deals require additional representations regarding compliance with international laws and regulations.
Start-Up Acquisitions
For start-ups, focus on intellectual property representations and ensure founders' warranties are included.
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