During the M&A transaction, we routinely handle matters which include:Negotiation and preparation of contracts, including merger and acquisition agreements, financing documents, stock and asset purchase agreements, buy-sell agreements and partnership and limited liability company agreements. Preparation of employment and independent consulting agreements. Thorough tax and due diligence review and analysis. Stock options, stock appreciation rights, bonus plans, stock purchase plans and other employee compensation plans. Legal advice regarding the post-closing transition from the seller’s benefit and compensation plans to the buyer’s plans. Coordinating the integration of the seller’s stock options and other equity compensation programs into the transaction. Review of the seller’s various employee benefit plans. Helping organize corporations, trusts, partnerships, limited liability companies and other business entities.