Shareholder agreement for llc

What is a Shareholder Agreement?

When shareholders in a business want to establish rules about how their company is run, a Shareholder Agreement is a smart way to get everything in writing. Avoid potential disputes by defining the roles of shareholders and what corporate actions require the consent of the shareholders.

When to use a Shareholder Agreement:

• You are forming a business with more than one investor and you want to clarify how the business will run
• You want to create rules for how your business will deal with any disputes between owners
• You are a shareholder and want to protect your interest in the company

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