Corporate and Commercial
Shareholder Agreement Solicitors
We offer a leading and cost-effective shareholder agreements service.
Although shareholder agreements are not a legal requirement for companies, many feel the benefits of creating such an agreement far outweigh the associated costs.
The advantages of having a shareholder agreement for your business include:
- Improved dispute resolution – shareholders will be aware of the methods of resolution should a conflict arise between the parties
- The interests of minority shareholders will be protected – making your business increasingly attractive to investors
- The internal management of the company will be regulated and systemised
- Control can be exercised over the transfer of shares
- Restrictive covenants can be placed on those shareholders who leave the company
How We Can Help
Shareholders agreements are private documents which do not need to be registered at Companies House. This ensures that details of the agreement remain private.
Professionally drawn up shareholder agreements can help to protect the interests of minority shareholders and make businesses more attractive to investors.
Shareholder agreements can dictate that certain decisions affecting the running of the company cannot be made without the agreement of a certain percentage or all shareholders even if the law says differently. Such decisions relate to important matters such as:
- Further share capital
- Amendments to a company’s articles of association
- Investment in further assets
- Acquisitions and mergers
- Remuneration of high-level employees
- Appointment or removal of directors
We draft shareholder agreements for small and large businesses operating in a wide range of sectors. Our commercial solicitor team are dedicated to providing a prompt, professional, and cost-effective service. So, if you’re looking for a shareholder agreement, please don’t hesitate in getting in touch.
Meet your Business Affairs Team
Rhidian Hobbs
Managing Partner and Head of Commercial Property
