Advisory Services
Three Services.
One Clear Purpose.
Each Pulau Legal service is designed to address a specific phase or requirement within an M&A transaction. Clients may engage one or all three, depending on where they need legal support.
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Our Methodology
How We Approach Every Transaction
Each engagement begins with a substantive conversation about the transaction, the parties involved, and the specific concerns or objectives you are bringing to the table. We do not proceed on assumptions.
From there, we agree on scope, timeline, and fee structure before any work commences. This initial alignment saves time during the transaction and ensures both parties have clear expectations.
Throughout the process, we document our findings and advice in a way that is accessible to both legal and non-legal readers. Where material decisions rest with you as the client, we present options clearly and advise on the implications of each — and then step back.
Initial Discussion
Understand the transaction, your objectives, and key concerns before setting scope.
Scope Agreement
Define the engagement boundaries, deliverables, timeline, and fee structure in writing.
Review & Analysis
Conduct methodical legal review, due diligence, or documentation work as scoped.
Completion
Deliver documented findings or completion mechanics, with post-closing follow-up as needed.
Buy-Side Acquisition Advisory
Strategic legal counsel for companies and investors pursuing the acquisition of businesses or significant asset portfolios. The engagement covers target due diligence, structuring, SPA negotiation, and regulatory coordination.
We work alongside your financial advisers and accountants to ensure legal considerations are integrated into the broader deal strategy. Suitable for both domestic acquisitions and cross-border transactions involving Singapore-based targets.
Typical Process
Transaction structuring review
Analysis of share vs asset purchase implications, regulatory filing requirements, and holding structure considerations.
Due diligence coordination
Legal due diligence on the target, coordinated with financial and tax advisers, covering contracts, litigation, compliance, and IP.
SPA negotiation and drafting
Review and negotiation of the sale and purchase agreement, conditions precedent, and ancillary documents from the buyer's perspective.
Regulatory approvals and completion
Management of applicable filings, coordination with ACRA and relevant regulators, and completion mechanics.
Key Benefits
- Comprehensive legal picture of the target before commitment
- Negotiating positions informed by due diligence findings
- Protection through well-drafted representations and warranties
- Coordination with your financial team throughout the process
- Support for cross-border elements where regional structures are involved
Key Benefits
- Well-organised data room that supports buyer confidence
- SPA terms that protect sellers from disproportionate post-sale liability
- Structured approach to earn-out and non-compete provisions
- Disclosure process managed to reduce exposure on warranty claims
- Practical guidance for founders and family business owners on personal obligations
Sell-Side Transaction Support
Advisory for business owners and shareholders preparing to sell or divest part or all of their enterprise. This service covers the full sell-side legal process from early preparation through to completion.
Particular attention is given to post-completion obligations such as earn-out arrangements and non-compete undertakings, which are frequently overlooked in early transaction discussions but carry significant practical consequences for sellers.
Typical Process
Transaction readiness and data room
Review of the company's corporate housekeeping and preparation of the data room with appropriate categorisation.
LOI and term sheet review
Negotiation of heads of terms to establish seller-favourable parameters before the definitive agreement is drafted.
SPA and disclosure letter
Drafting and negotiation of the SPA from the seller's perspective, with particular focus on warranty caps and disclosure scheduling.
Post-completion obligations
Advice on earn-out mechanics, management retention arrangements, and non-compete scope and enforceability.
Due Diligence Review
A methodical legal review of a target company's corporate records, contracts, litigation history, regulatory compliance, employment arrangements, and intellectual property holdings.
The deliverable is a comprehensive due diligence report identifying material findings, potential liabilities, and areas requiring further investigation or negotiation adjustment. This service is appropriate for both strategic acquirers conducting their first transaction and seasoned investors with established deal flow.
Review Scope
Key Benefits
- Clear identification of material findings before transaction commitment
- Report structured for both legal and commercial decision-makers
- Identification of price adjustment or warranty negotiation points
- Delivered within transaction timelines — typically two to four weeks
- Can be scoped modularly to fit available budget and timeline
Making Your Decision
Which Service Is Right for You?
A summary of what each service covers to help you identify where you need legal support in your transaction.
| Feature / Need | Buy-Side Advisory | Sell-Side Support | Due Diligence |
|---|---|---|---|
| I am acquiring a business | — | ||
| I am selling my business | — | — | |
| I need a legal review of a target company | — | ||
| I need SPA negotiation support | — | ||
| I need a standalone report for a board or investor | — | — | |
| I need post-completion advice (earn-outs, obligations) | — | — | |
| Starting price (SGD) | 1,500 | 1,380 | 580 |
Fees shown are starting points for defined-scope engagements. Actual fees are agreed prior to commencement.
Transparent Pricing
Service Fees
All fees are agreed with clients before any work begins. Fixed-fee structures are available for defined-scope engagements.
Due Diligence Review
Starting from. Scope agreed on engagement.
- Corporate and contracts review
- Regulatory and compliance
- Written report with findings
- 2–4 week turnaround
Sell-Side Support
Starting from. Scope agreed on engagement.
- Data room preparation
- LOI and term sheet review
- SPA drafting and negotiation
- Post-completion obligations
Buy-Side Advisory
Starting from. Scope agreed on engagement.
- Transaction structuring review
- Due diligence coordination
- SPA negotiation and review
- Regulatory filing coordination
Next Step
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
We are glad to discuss your transaction and help you understand where legal support would be most useful. Initial conversations are without charge.
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