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Good Leaver and Bad Leaver clauses in M&A transactions: five key aspects to consider when drafting them
In M&A transactions involving the acquisition of a stake in a company by a private equity fund, it is common for the founder to retain a minority shareholding and remain involved in the management of the company for a specified period. As the founder’s continued involvement is often important to the investor, it is essential…
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Shareholders’ Agreements: key provisions, benefits and protection mechanisms
In my experience as a corporate lawyer, clients often seek my advice when they are already involved in a shareholder dispute. In these situations, one of the first questions I ask is whether a Shareholders’ Agreement is in place. Unfortunately, the answer is often no. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview…