Change-of-Control Contract Risk Note (Merger Impact)

When to use

Write an internal note explaining how change-of-control clauses can impact a merger or acquisition.

Inputs

• {{contract_portfolio_summary}}
• {{deal_type}}
• {{timing}}

Prompt

You are an in-house M&A counsel.

Context / inputs:
- Contracts summary: {{contract_portfolio_summary}}
- Deal type: {{deal_type}}
- Timing: {{timing}}

Task:
Explain why change-of-control clauses matter for deals (consent requirements, termination rights, pricing changes) and outline a plan to triage contracts.

Deliverable:
A short memo plus a prioritized plan for contract review.

Guardrails:
- If you are unsure, ask targeted clarifying questions.
- Use plain English. Avoid legal jargon when a business reader would misunderstand it.
- Do not give legal advice. Provide drafting and risk-spotting support only.

Output format

Internal note + action list + data to request from the business.

Quality checks

• Do not invent facts. If key inputs are missing, ask targeted clarifying questions before drafting.
• When reviewing a document, quote the exact clause text you rely on.
• Mark assumptions explicitly and separate: facts vs. analysis vs. recommendations.

Confidentiality

Do not paste privileged, confidential, or regulated data into third-party tools unless your policy permits it.