At KEW Legal®, we advise entrepreneurs, investors, and established companies through the entire M&A process, from due diligence and negotiations to closings, making sure transactions are smooth, compliant, and strategically aligned.
Miami has become a hub for finance, healthcare, real estate, and technology, making mergers and acquisitions central to business growth in the region. With major employers and headquarters like Bacardi USA, Ryder, and Norwegian Cruise Line, deal activity in Miami spans industries from hospitality to fintech.
Recent high-profile transactions, such as the $400 million sale of the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne and a $100 million investment into Miami International Holdings, show how active the city’s M&A market has become.
What Mergers and Acquisitions Involve in Miami
Mergers and acquisitions combine two businesses into one or transfer ownership through a sale. These transactions can take the form of stock purchases, asset transfers, or full corporate mergers. Each structure has unique tax, compliance, and liability implications that require careful planning.
In Miami, M&A activity is common in finance, real estate, health care, and hospitality. Companies in these sectors often look to expand market share, gain assets, or attract international investment. Because Miami also serves as a gateway to Latin America, many deals include cross-border considerations that make legal guidance vital.
Our M&A Legal Services in Miami
Our mergers and acquisitions services include:
- Deal structuring
- Tax planning
- Due diligence review
- Risk assessment
- Drafting LOIs, term sheets, NDAs
- Negotiating purchase/merger agreements
- Antitrust and competition filings
- Regulatory approvals
- Financing arrangements
- Securities compliance
- Executive compensation
- Employee benefits transition
- Closing coordination
- Post-closing integration
- Cross-border compliance
Why Miami Businesses Choose KEW Legal®
At KEW Legal®, we combine deep legal knowledge with a business-first mindset, helping entrepreneurs, investors, and corporations handle transactions with confidence. Clients choose us because we offer:
- Our firm has over a decade of experience serving diverse businesses
- Proven experience in mergers, acquisitions, corporate law, and cross-border transactions
- Multilingual team providing services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese
- Practical, growth-focused strategies tailored to business objectives
- Reputation for responsiveness, clear communication, and creative problem-solving
- Trusted partnership that makes sure deals close smoothly while safeguarding long-term interests
Our M&A Process for Miami Businesses
The mergers and acquisitions process includes:
Planning & Structuring
Assess the financial and legal health of the target company, identify potential risks, and determine the most effective structure for the transaction.
Due Diligence
Review contracts, assets, debts, and regulatory matters in detail. In Miami, this often involves industries like healthcare and fintech with strict compliance requirements.
Negotiation
Draft and revise agreements to protect client interests and secure favorable terms for the transaction.
Closing
Finalize the deal by transferring funds and ownership, making sure all legal and financial conditions are met.
Post-Closing Support and General Counsel
Assist with business integration, governance, and ongoing compliance to protect long-term value.
Learn About Your Trusted Legal Team
Founded in 2012, KEW Legal®, is a law firm based in Miami. The firm acts as a legal and consulting partner for entrepreneurs, investors, and established companies. Our attorneys have guided hundreds of clients through corporate transactions, real estate deals, and ongoing general counsel support.
We focus on building long-term relationships with clients, offering not only legal precision but also practical advice that protects businesses and fosters growth. With experience across industries including finance, healthcare, real estate, and technology, KEW Legal® provides the well rounded legal guidance that Miami businesses rely on.
What is Due Diligence in M&A?
Due diligence is the process of thoroughly investigating the target company’s financial, legal, and operational health before finalizing a deal. This step helps buyers uncover risks, liabilities, or hidden issues that could affect the value or success of the transaction.
During M&A due diligence, attorneys and advisors typically review:
- Corporate documents and ownership records, often confirmed through the Florida Division of Corporations
- Financial statements and tax returns, along with local filings
- Contracts, leases, and supplier agreements, including property records available from the Miami-Dade Property Appraiser
- Employment and benefits obligations, confirming compliance with local and state requirements
- Intellectual property and licensing rights that may affect ongoing operations in Miami’s competitive business market
- Pending litigation or regulatory matters, verified through searches with the Miami-Dade Clerk of Courts and the Eleventh Judicial Circuit
- Industry-specific compliance requirements, which in Miami are especially critical in sectors like healthcare, finance, and real estate
Local Resources We Work With in Miami
- Miami-Dade County Clerk of the Court & Comptroller – for court filings, civil cases, small claims, etc.
- Florida’s Eleventh Judicial Circuit Courthouses – including the Dade County Courthouse (73 West Flagler St.).
- Florida Division of Corporations (SunBiz) – for business entity registrations, corporate filings, fictitious name registrations.
- City of Miami – where businesses register locally, get licensing, zoning approvals.
- Miami-Dade County Tax Collector – for Local Business Tax Receipts, renewing/changing ownership/tax classifications.
Take the Next Step With KEW Legal®
If you are buying, selling, or merging a business, the right legal guidance can make the difference between a smooth closing and a costly dispute.
KEW Legal® helps Miami companies and investors structure deals, manage risk, and protect long-term value.
Request a consultation online to discuss your transaction with our team.
