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Get help drafting a shareholders’ agreement<\/h1>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

A shareholders\u2019 agreement is a legal document that governs how you manage your limited company<\/a> and how cooperation between the co-owners is handled. Unlike the articles of association, which are mandatory and apply to the company as a whole, a shareholders\u2019 agreement is a private contract between the owners, specifically tailored to regulate their mutual relations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A shareholders\u2019 agreement sets out the rights and obligations of the co-owners within a limited company. It outlines how the company should be managed, how decisions are made, and how potential conflicts are resolved. Since every company is unique, the agreement should be tailored to the specific needs and activities of your company. It\u2019s optional to establish one. However, it\u2019s an important document for avoiding conflicts and misunderstandings that could become costly in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike the articles of association, the shareholders\u2019 agreement is a private document between the owners. This means you don’t have to register it with Swedish Companies Registration Office<\/a>. You also don\u2019t need to disclose it publicly. Therefore, it can contain sensitive information about the company\u2019s internal affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key points to include<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When drafting your shareholders\u2019 agreement, there are several important factors to consider. These may vary depending on the company\u2019s activities and the owners\u2019 needs, but some core aspects include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Board composition and decision-making procedures<\/strong>
    It\u2019s important to regulate how the board is structured and how decisions will be made. Here, you can specify the number of board members, the decision-making process, and which decisions require unanimity or majority agreement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Non-compete clauses<\/strong>
    The agreement may contain provisions on whether owners are allowed to engage in other businesses that might compete with the company. If restrictions apply, the agreement should also outline the consequences if this occurs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Transfer of shares<\/strong>
    A crucial aspect of the shareholders\u2019 agreement is the rules for transferring shares. You can decide, for example, if and how co-owners may sell their shares, whether other owners have a preemption right, and under what circumstances a co-owner can be bought out of the company.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Confidentiality clause<\/strong>
    To protect the company\u2019s trade secrets and other sensitive information, the agreement should include a confidentiality clause. This ensures that important company information remains internal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Why it matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    A shareholders\u2019 agreement is important because it creates a clear framework for how the co-owners should collaborate and what rules apply in various situations. By agreeing on key issues in advance, you can avoid future disputes and create a stable foundation for the company\u2019s operations. A well-thought-out agreement also helps protect the interests of the company and its owners.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    What we help with regarding shareholders\u2019 agreements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Legal consultation<\/span><\/strong>
    We offer legal guidance to help you draft an agreement tailored to your company\u2019s specific needs and activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    D<\/strong>rafting the agreement<\/span>
    We\u2019ll help you draft an agreement and make sure that the document covers all essential aspects of the collaboration between the co-owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Reviewing existing agreements<\/span><\/strong>
    If you already have a shareholders\u2019 agreement, we’ll review it to ensure it meets all requirements and protects your interests effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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