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The SRS Acquiom Earnouts & Claims Study delves into the post-closing phase of private-target acquisitions, utilizing proprietary data from 1,174 deals valued over $1 trillion. This exclusive dataset, collected from over 4,600 M&A deals where Kip, a senior director, served as a professional shareholder representative, sheds light on critical aspects like indemnification claims, claim resolution, earnout performance, and expense fund utilization.

Notably, the study covers deals closed from 2009 to mid-2026, with the majority transpiring within the last three years. Kip, who leads the SRS Acquiom thought leadership practice, emphasizes the practical benchmarking and insights gleaned from this analysis, which will be valuable for M&A professionals and legal thought leaders.

Ruth, another director in the thought leadership practice, complements this work by facilitating interactive presentations and authoring content based on SRS Acquiom’s data and expertise. Her role as a shareholder representative involved resolving post-closing disputes, including complex indemnification claims and lawsuits. Ruth’s extensive legal background, including her JD from UC Berkeley and her service on the Colorado Bar Association-Continuing Legal Education Board, underscores the rigor and depth of the insights provided.