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10/14/2026

BUY-SELL AGREEMENTS: Is Your Business Protected?

When a business has multiple owners, planning for the future is essential. A Buy-Sell Agreement can help answer two important questions:

✅ Who is allowed to own an interest in the business?
✅ Who is allowed to participate in business operations?

These critical issues are often addressed through a Buy-Sell Agreement—also known as a cross-purchase agreement, shareholder agreement, or buyout agreement.

This document can provide clarity and protect parties of the business. Planning today can help prevent uncertainty tomorrow.

Learn more about how a Buy-Sell Agreement can help protect your business:

A buy-sell agreement outlines in a business with multiple owners who is allowed to own an interest in the business and who is allowed to participate in business operations.

10/12/2026

How should I negotiate the sale of my business?

Discussions and negotiations regarding the sale of a business may be initiated and conducted in various ways.

In some cases an interested party may approach another business expressing an interest in an acquisition. This may be a direct approach by the buyer, or through an agent such as a business broker or attorney. In other instances, sellers may initiate sale discussions with an identified likely buyer, or multiple potential buyers, either by direct contact or again through an agent such as a broker or attorney.

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10/08/2026

FINANCIAL PLANNERS, BROKERS & TAX PROFESSIONALS!

You’re invited to MMR’s 2026 Estate Planning Seminar — an insightful complimentary seminar designed to keep you informed on the latest estate planning strategies and updates.

Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Time: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Schmidt Art Center (SWIC’s Belleville Campus)

Topics Include:

Estate Planning for Farmers
Asset Valuation in Estate Planning
Special Needs Planning
Estate Tax Case Updates
Private Family Foundations

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from experienced MMR attorneys and network with fellow professionals!

RSVP by October 28, 2026 — seating is limited!

https://mmrltd.com/news-events/2026-estate-planning-seminar/

10/07/2026

Facing a Legal Dispute?

When the stakes are high, you need experienced attorneys in your corner.

MMR’s litigation team brings decades of courtroom experience, practical strategies, and personalized attention to help individuals and businesses navigate complex disputes.

• Commercial Litigation
• Construction Law
• Employment Law
• Personal Injury
• Trust & Estates Litigation
• Workers’ Compensation

Focused. Experienced. Committed to Your Success.

Learn more about MMR’s litigation services:

With decades of courtroom experience, MM&R attorneys deliver high-quality, effective representation focused on helping you.

10/06/2026

Attorney Spotlight: Sara L. Gottman

Meet Sara L. Gottman, an attorney on MMR’s litigation team. Sara focuses on business and commercial litigation, bringing a unique combination of legal experience, creativity and communication skills to her practice.

She earned her J.D. from St. Louis University School of Law and is admitted to practice law in both Illinois and Missouri.

Learn more about Sara: https://mmrltd.com/attorneys/sara-l-gottman/

10/05/2026

Why is a confidentiality agreement the first step when selling a business?

Whether the seller elects to approach potential targeted buyers, utilize an intermediary such as an attorney or broker to make those contacts, or is solicited by a potential purchaser, the first step in any such discussion should be a confidentiality agreement entered into between the buyer and seller.

These agreements generally provide …

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10/01/2026

ONE MONTH REMAINING: CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Share your winter-themed artwork and win! MMR is looking for local artists to help us create our 2026 Holiday Card.

Think you have the perfect winter masterpiece? Submit a digital version of your original, winter-themed artwork by Sunday, November 1, 2026 for your chance to be selected!

Want to know the prize? Get all the contest details and submission information here: https://mmrltd.com/community/holiday-card-contest/

09/29/2026

Congratulations, Sara L. Gottman! 🎉

MMR is proud to celebrate Sara L. Gottman for being recognized as a 2026 Illinois Legal Leader – Up & Coming Honoree by Missouri Lawyers Media.

Sara focuses her practice on business and commercial litigation, bringing dedication and a client-focused approach to her practice.

Join us in congratulating Sara on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

Read more: https://molawyersmedia.com/2026/09/18/2026-illinois-legal-leaders-sara-l-gottman/

09/28/2026

How do I find the highest-paying buyer for my business?

In selling your business, the obvious goal is to find the optimal (i.e. highest paying) buyer.

In many cases, sellers can readily identify potential buyers such as local competitors, national competitors, or national firms in the same industry. Competitor buyers frequently offer the highest sale price opportunity because they are often strategic buyers who will benefit from an expanded product line, increased market share and reduced operating expenses which will ultimately generate higher profits from the acquired business. In many cases, too, elimination of a competitor through a purchase of its business may allow a buyer to increase gross profit margins or acquire significant customer accounts from the selling business.

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