Shareholder Agreement


This Shareholder Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of [Date], by and among the shareholders listed below (individually, a "Shareholder" and collectively, the "Shareholders") of [Company Name], Inc., a corporation organized under the laws of the State of [State].


1. Purpose

The purpose of this Agreement is to govern the relationship among the Shareholders, regulate the transfer of shares, and set out the rights and obligations of each Shareholder.


2. Share Ownership

The current Shareholders and their respective ownership percentages are as follows:

  • [Shareholder A Name] – [XX]%

  • [Shareholder B Name] – [XX]%
    (Additional names as needed)


3. Management and Voting

3.1 Board of Directors – The Shareholders agree to vote their shares to appoint the following persons as initial directors: [Names].
3.2 Voting Rights – Each Shareholder shall be entitled to one vote per share.
3.3 Major Decisions – The following actions require [unanimous/majority] shareholder approval:

  • Issuance of new shares

  • Sale or transfer of major assets

  • Mergers or dissolution

  • Amendment of bylaws or articles


4. Transfer of Shares

4.1 Restrictions – No Shareholder shall transfer any shares without first offering them to other Shareholders.
4.2 Right of First Refusal – If a Shareholder receives a third-party offer, the other Shareholders shall have the right to purchase those shares on the same terms.
4.3 Tag-Along Rights – If a majority Shareholder sells their shares, minority shareholders may join and sell a proportional amount.
4.4 Drag-Along Rights – If a majority agrees to sell the company, all Shareholders may be required to sell on the same terms.


5. Dividends

Dividends, if any, shall be declared and distributed at the discretion of the Board in proportion to share ownership.


6. Confidentiality

All Shareholders agree to keep confidential any non-public business information relating to the company.


7. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute under this Agreement, the parties agree to attempt mediation before initiating arbitration or litigation.


8. Termination

This Agreement shall terminate upon the dissolution of the company, or upon written consent of all Shareholders.


9. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State].


10. Entire Agreement

This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter and supersedes all prior agreements.


IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Shareholders have executed this Shareholder Agreement as of the date first written above.


Shareholder A Signature
Name:


Shareholder B Signature
Name:

(Add more lines as needed)


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Shareholder Agreement FAQ


What is a Shareholder Agreement?


A shareholder agreement outlines rights, obligations, and procedures among company shareholders regarding management, share transfers, and decision-making.

Why do you need a Shareholder Agreement?


It clarifies shareholder roles, protects individual interests, and prevents future conflicts over company management or share ownership.

When should you use a Shareholder Agreement?


Use it whenever forming a corporation with multiple shareholders, or when new shareholders join.

How to write a Shareholder Agreement?


Clearly specify shareholder rights, obligations, voting procedures, profit distribution, dispute resolutions, and exit strategies.

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