Five Key Takeaways: SPAC-Related Litigation Risks and Mitigation Strategies

Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) have been gaining traction during the past 18 months, although more recently they have come under the spotlight for more negative reasons. Following high-profile litigation associated with certain de-SPAC deals and statements from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), many investors are now starting to question SPACs as an investment vehicle of choice.

At a recent event hosted by Latham & Watkins and FTI Consulting, panelists took a deep dive into the potential litigation risks associated with SPACs, and explored the mitigation measures investors and target companies should consider before pursuing a SPAC or de-SPAC deal. This article offers five key takeaways from the panelists’ discussion.