Robert Goldstein and Frank Steinherr wrote this bylined article on the challenges of carve-out transactions which dispose of part of a company’s business. “These transactions present a number of unique challenges and are among the most difficult types of M&A deals to execute successfully,” the authors wrote, adding that in-house counsel can “play an integral role [by following tips discussed here] to help minimize disruptions to the business, reduce deal risk/uncertainty and maximize the chances for a successful transaction.”