Neutralizing Discrepancies via Absolute Validation.
Eliminating Friction and Transaction Fatigue Through Expert Data Neutralization.
Deal Resolution Fee Schedule
Our fees are structured to align incentives, deter frivolous disputes, and ensure that both parties share the cost of independent, expert resolution.
I. Initial Standby Fee
$15,000 flat fee
II. Active Dispute Retainer
$75,000 ongoing retainer funding
III. Professional Hourly Rates
IV. Final Fee Allocation
Billed against the Active Dispute Retainer
Proportional “loser pays” assessment
- Designates DealResolution as the Independent Expert in the Purchase and Sale Agreement (SPA) and covers onboarding of the transaction parameters. Paid at deal closing and borne equally by Buyer and Seller ($7,500 each). Non-refundable and reserves capacity for the earnout or working capital review periods.
- Triggered when a Notice of Disagreement is filed and the dispute is submitted for a binding determination. Due within five (5) business days of submission, before analysis begins. Deposited equally by Buyer and Seller ($37,500 each). Hourly fees are billed against this retainer; a replenishment request is issued if the balance falls below $15,000.
- Managing Director: $900/hr — executive management and case administration.
Lead Forensic CPA / Director of Dispute Resolution: $800/hr — forensic accounting analysis and determination.
Senior Forensic Analysts: $450–$600/hr — ledger analysis, schedules, and reconciliations.
Data & Technology Administration: $250/hr — secure data room, data ingestion, and records management.
- To deter frivolous disputes and distribute costs fairly, all Active Dispute fees are allocated in inverse proportion to the extent each party prevails on the disputed items. Any remaining retainer funds are returned to the parties in line with the final allocation. For example, if the final determination lands 75% of the way toward the Seller’s claim, the Buyer bears 75% of the active fees and the Seller bears 25%.
Mini-FAQ
The Seller. Deal Staging is engaged and paid exclusively by the party selling the business. The seller pays the flat fee at engagement.
Who pays for Deal Staging?
Standard verification takes 7-10 business days. But anywhere between 5–30 business days depending on the tier selected. See each tier above for typical turnaround.
How long does it take?
Can I add modules later?
Yes, additional verification modules can be appended at any time.
Additional Notes
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Flat fee, paid once by the Seller at engagement — no success fee, no percentage of sale price, no ongoing cost.
- This schedule is designed for M&A and business-sale transactions where DealResolution is named as the Independent Expert in the SPA.
- For bespoke or highly complex matters, alternative fee arrangements may be outlined in the engagement letter.