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The founders of MKB Juristen

Our organization consists of several small teams working within various legal fields. Each legal field has its own senior in-house counsel and/or lawyers.

Denian Wielhouwer

Corporate lawyer in corporate law & business expert

Denian Wielhouwer

Annelore Hendriks

Corporate lawyer, corporate law, administrative law

Annelore Hendriks

Ilja van Driel

Corporate law attorney, employment law

Ilja van Driel

Jaime Boogaers

Corporate law, ICT & privacy law, energy law attorney

Jaime Boogaers
Custom choices

Which choices determine the content?

Before you have the agreement drafted, a number of choices determine the structure and risk allocation. These questions help you choose the right form.

Choice or question Why this matters legally
Are you buying shares or assets/liabilities? In a share transaction, you acquire the entire legal entity, including past and debts; in an asset/liability transaction, you choose which parts to acquire and leave risks behind.
How is the price paid? In a lump sum, in installments, or partly via an earn-out dependent on future results; this affects security and risk for both parties.
What guarantees do you require? The broader the warranties and indemnities, the better the buyer is protected; the seller, on the other hand, wants to limit these in scope, amount, and duration.
Are suspensive conditions required? Consider financing, permission from a landlord or bank, or approval from a shareholders' meeting before the transfer becomes final.
Will the seller remain involved? An onboarding period or advisory role can ensure continuity; clearly define the duration, compensation, and non-compete clause for this.
Clauses and provisions

Which elements belong in an acquisition agreement?

An acquisition agreement regulates the core of the transaction and defines the liability of the buyer and seller. The components below form the basis; depending on the deal, you add specific agreements.

Provision Relevant to Legal point of attention
Subject of the acquisition Always Describe exactly what is being transferred: shares, or assets and liabilities (inventory, stock, customers, contracts, personnel). This determines the tax and legal consequences.
Purchase price and payment Always Set the price, the payment method and any terms, escrow, or an earn-out arrangement dependent on future results.
Warranties and indemnities Always The seller guarantees the accuracy of figures and the absence of hidden debts or claims; indemnities shift specific risks to the seller.
Suspensive conditions Often Conditions that must be met before the transfer, such as financing, bank approval, or shareholder approval.
Transition period and transfer Often Agreements regarding the delivery date, transfer of clients, and the onboarding period during which the seller guides the buyer.
Non-compete and non-solicitation clauses Often The seller undertakes not to compete or approach staff and customers for a certain period.
Liability and limitations Always Threshold amounts, ceilings, and time limits within which the buyer can hold the seller liable for breach of warranties.
Confidentiality Always Both parties shall keep the content of the transaction and commercially sensitive information confidential.
Use in practice

How do you use this document correctly?

An acquisition agreement is the culmination of a careful process. Use the document at the right time and in conjunction with the other steps of the transaction.

Situation What should you do? Point of attention
After the due diligence Draft or finalize the agreement only after the due diligence investigation has been completed Only then will you know the true state of the company and be able to properly substantiate guarantees and price.
Before the transfer Have both parties sign before the actual delivery and payment A signed contract prevents disputes about exactly what was agreed upon.
Upon share transfer Engage a notary for the share deed The transfer of shares in a private limited company (BV) must take place by means of a notarial deed.
After the closing Keep the agreement with all attachments and correspondence You need the proof to be able to invoke warranties and indemnities later.
Common mistakes

Common mistakes

In acquisitions, most problems arise from unclear or missing agreements. You see the following mistakes most often in practice.

Wrong Consequence Better approach
No or weak guarantees Buyer bears responsibility for hidden debts, claims, or disappointing figures Include concrete guarantees and indemnities with a clear liability arrangement.
Object of acquisition unclearly described Discussion regarding what has and has not been transferred, such as contracts or personnel Describe accurately which assets, liabilities, and agreements are transferred.
No prior due diligence Surprises after the transfer that affect the price or feasibility First conduct due diligence and incorporate the findings into the price and warranties.
Non-compete clause is missing or too broad The seller restarts and takes customers with them, or the clause is unenforceable Draft a reasonable clause regarding duration, area, and activities.
No limitation of liability for seller The seller bears unlimited and long-term risk after the sale Agree on threshold amounts, a maximum, and an expiration period.
Risk profile

What is your situation and what do you pay attention to?

The key considerations vary by type of acquisition and by party. Recognize your situation and know what you need to be particularly vigilant about.

Risk profile Example Focus in the document
Share acquisition You are taking over the entire BV, including its full history Demand substantial guarantees and indemnities, as old debts and claims transfer.
asset/liability transaction You are purchasing selected parts of the company Pay attention to personnel transfers, ongoing contracts, and any permission from third parties.
Seller You do not want to remain unlimitedly liable after the sale Limit warranties in scope, amount, and time, and establish a clear expiration date.
Acquisition with financing The purchase depends on a loan or investor Include financing as a suspensive condition so that you are not stuck without money.
Additional documents

When is this document not enough?

An acquisition agreement governs the transaction itself, but additional agreements often play a role in an acquisition. In these situations, you need more.

Situation Supplementary document Why
Multiple shareholders after the takeover Shareholders' Agreement Regulates control, profit distribution, and disputes between shareholders following the acquisition.
Joint continuation with the seller Cooperation Agreement Defines roles, duties, and compensation if the buyer and seller continue to work together.
Exchange of confidential information in advance Confidentiality Agreement Protects commercially sensitive data during negotiations and due diligence.
Explanation of this document

Drafting an acquisition agreement, why?

Not every entrepreneur knows exactly what acquisition agreements are, when they are needed, and which risks they must cover. Therefore, we explain below what this document entails, what to look out for, and why customized legal solutions are important.

What is a takeover agreement?
An acquisition agreement is the central contract by which a business acquisition is legally formalized. It describes what is being acquired—shares in a company or the assets and liabilities of an enterprise—for what price, under what conditions, and with what guarantees from the seller. The acquisition agreement is the culmination of an acquisition process that typically begins with a letter of intent, followed by due diligence, negotiations regarding price and guarantees, and ends with the signing of the agreement and the closing of the transaction. In the case of a share transaction, the acquisition agreement is referred to as a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA); in the case of an asset transaction, as an Asset Purchase Agreement (APA) or business purchase agreement. In both cases, the acquisition agreement is the most complex and most legally risky contract an SME entrepreneur signs in their career. Our lawyers draft acquisition agreements for buyers and sellers that watertight establish the price mechanism, formulate the guarantees and indemnities in a balanced manner, correctly define the suspensive conditions, and comprehensively regulate the post-closing obligations—or assess a received draft for the risks that will be borne by you.
Which choice will you make: a share transaction or an asset transaction?
The choice between a share transaction and an asset transaction is the most decisive structural decision of the acquisition and has far-reaching tax, legal, and practical consequences. In a share transaction, the buyer purchases the shares in the company and thereby acquires the entire entity — including all historical liabilities, ongoing proceedings, and unknown risks. The buyer pays for security through the seller's guarantees and indemnities. The seller benefits from the participation exemption for tax purposes if sold through a holding company. In an asset transaction, the buyer selects which assets to acquire and which liabilities to accept — leaving the historical risks behind in the seller's empty company. The seller is taxed more heavily because hidden reserves and goodwill are released as cessation profit. For most SME acquisitions, the seller's tax position strongly influences the choice. Our lawyers advise you on the structure that best aligns with your tax position, risk appetite, and the profile of the company to be sold.
How does the price mechanism work in the acquisition agreement?
The pricing mechanism is one of the most negotiated elements of the acquisition agreement and determines how the final purchase price is established. The two most commonly used methods are the locked box mechanism and the completion accounts mechanism. With a locked box, the purchase price is based on a historical balance sheet at a fixed valuation date — the "box" is closed. The price is fixed and is not subject to post-closing adjustments. The risk for the buyer is "leakage": if the seller withdraws funds from the company after the valuation date through dividends, management fees, or other distributions that are not arm's length, the value of what the buyer is actually purchasing decreases. Your locked box agreement must explicitly define which distributions are permitted between the valuation date and closing — "permitted leakage" — and which are not. With the completion accounts mechanism, the purchase price is adjusted after closing based on the actual balance sheet at the closing date. This provides greater certainty regarding the actual value obtained but leads to complex post-closing discussions regarding the valuation methodology. Our lawyers advise you on the mechanism that suits your transaction and monitor the anti-leakage provisions for a locked box.
How do you structure warranties and indemnities in the acquisition agreement?
Warranties are statements made by the seller regarding the state of the company at signing or closing — its financial position, legal proceedings, compliance with laws and regulations, validity of contracts, intellectual property, personnel, and tax obligations. If a warrantie subsequently proves to be incorrect, the buyer is entitled to compensation for the difference between the actual value of the company and the value as guaranteed. Indemnities are specific indemnities for known risks that emerged from the due diligence investigation: an ongoing tax proceeding, environmental pollution, or an unresolved employment law claim. The indemnity gives the buyer a more direct entitlement without having to demonstrate a causal link. The seller's liability for warranty claims is limited in the acquisition agreement by a minimum claim threshold (de minimis), a cumulative threshold above which claims are honored (basket), a maximum limit (cap), and a limited claims period. Disclosures — disclosures made by the seller regarding deviations from the warranties — exclude warranty liability for those specific points. Our lawyers structure the warranty and indemnity package based on the due diligence findings and your client's negotiating position.
How do you manage the period between signing and closing?
In most acquisition transactions, there is a period between signing —the signing of the acquisition agreement—and closing —the legal transfer of shares or assets. During this interim period, the conditions precedent have not yet been met: AGM approval, antitrust clearance, permission from a financier, or the consent of a crucial contractual partner. During the signing-closing period, the seller must operate the business in the normal course of business and must avoid taking actions that would impair the company's value. Your acquisition agreement must include an interim conduit clause : which actions may the seller take, and which may not, without the buyer's permission between signing and closing? An excess dividend, a large-scale investment, entering into new long-term contracts, or dismissing key personnel may be legally unrestricted without an interim conduit clause. Our lawyers draft a robust interim conduit clause that protects the value of the company.
How do you arrange the non-compete clause for the selling entrepreneur?
A buyer acquiring a business invests in the goodwill built up through the seller's customer relationships, reputation, and know-how. A non-compete clause protects that investment: it prohibits the seller from competing directly or indirectly with the acquired business after the acquisition. In business acquisitions, a non-compete clause of two to five years is generally acceptable—broader than in employment law, because the buyer is protecting a larger investment. The clause must be geographically limited to the scope of the acquired business and substantively limited to the activities of that business. An overly broad clause—"the seller may never again operate in the industry, worldwide"—is moderated by the court. A particular point of attention in share transactions: the non-compete clause binds the seller as a natural person. If the seller holds their shares through a holding company, that holding company must also sign the clause. Our lawyers draft a non-compete clause that provides maximum protection for your investment in goodwill and stands up in court.
How do you arrange the transfer of personnel during an asset acquisition?
In an asset transaction where an economic entity retains its identity, the personnel transfer to the buyer by operation of law pursuant to Article 7:662 of the Dutch Civil Code — transfer of undertaking. All employment rights and obligations are transferred, including accrued service time, collective labour agreement rights, and protection against dismissal. The seller and buyer are obliged to inform the employees and their representatives — Works Council or Employee Participation Committee — of the acquisition in a timely manner. Your acquisition agreement must specify how personnel costs are allocated over the period before and after the transfer date, how employees the buyer does not wish to take over are treated, and how the seller's guarantees regarding the employment situation are structured. A particular point of attention: in a share transaction, employees do not formally transfer — they remain employed by the company being acquired — but the actual change of employer does have consequences for employment relationships. Our lawyers advise you on the personnel aspects of your specific acquisition structure.
How does it work at MKBjuristen?
Following an intake regarding the acquisition structure, due diligence findings, purchase price, and negotiating position, our lawyers draft an acquisition agreement that watertight establishes the price mechanism, formulates balanced warranties and indemnities, clearly defines the suspensive conditions, correctly formulates the interim conduit clause, and comprehensively regulates post-closing obligations. We act for both buyers and sellers and guide the entire acquisition process from letter of intent to notarial closing.
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A standard document seems cheap, until it doesn't fit your situation properly. That is why we provide custom legal solutions tailored to your business.

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Every business operates differently and faces different legal risks. Therefore, we tailor the document to your industry, customers, agreements, and way of working.

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A legal document only has value if it suits your practice. That is why we look not only at the text, but also at how you use the document in your business.

Common mistakes with legal documents

A legal document often seems simple, but small errors can have major consequences later on. In practice, we see that entrepreneurs run the greatest risk when a document does not align well with their business, agreements, or way of working.

  • Using a standard document that does not suit the company
  • Forgot important agreements regarding payment, delivery, liability, or termination
  • Have a document generated without legal review
  • Continuing to use old documents while the company has changed
  • Not knowing how the document should be used correctly in practice

A legal document only prevents problems if it suits your situation. That is why we look not only at the text, but also at your company, agreements, and risks.

Why is a standard document often not enough?

Because a standard document does not take into account your industry, customers, risks, and specific agreements, important provisions may be missing or not align well with your practice.

Can I create a legal document myself using AI?

AI can assist in creating text, but does not independently assess whether the document is legally appropriate, complete, and usable for your business. Legal review therefore remains important.

When do I need to have my document checked?

Have your document checked if your business has changed, you have new customers or services, you have doubts about existing agreements, or the document has not been updated for a long time.

Will I also receive an explanation about the use of the document?

Yes. We explain how to use the document in practice, what to look out for, and which steps are important to prevent disputes afterwards.

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