Charity mergers—life after the merger

Table of contents

• What are the key considerations in ensuring that a merger is successful?
• Should mergers be followed by a planned transitional process?
• How material is the form and objects of the new merged entity to the success of the venture?
• What are the main considerations in determining how the new merged entity should be managed and governed?
• What are the main pitfalls in the short and medium term post merger?
• What should lawyers be advising clients?

Article summary

Private Client analysis: Andrew Studd, partner in the charity and social business team at Russel-Cooke, considers what common issues and problems charities may face post-merger.