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$12M SaaS Acquisition with Founder Equity

Practice Area

Mergers & Acquisitions — SaaS Platform

Challenge

A regional SaaS company received a buyout offer from a global enterprise software firm. The founders were concerned about IP protection, post-acquisition roles, and maximizing valuation in a competitive market.

Approach

We conducted a thorough IP audit, negotiated strong earn-out provisions tied to future revenue, and secured executive employment agreements for the founders with equity incentives.

Result

The deal closed at a $12M valuation — 30% above the initial offer. The founders remained onboard in leadership roles, and the buyer integrated the platform into its product suite within six months.

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Ryan Clement

JD/MBA
Founding Attorney
Ryan Clement is a business attorney with nearly two decades of experience, providing practical legal solutions informed by his background in the tech industry.

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