Drafting and Advising Clients on Shareholder Agreements
About Course
The course on shareholder agreements for lawyers is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the legal and practical aspects of drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements. The course is tailored for lawyers who are looking to specialize in corporate law or who want to enhance their knowledge of shareholder agreements.
The course covers a wide range of topics, including the legal framework for shareholder agreements, the key provisions of a shareholder agreement, drafting considerations, negotiating strategies, and dispute resolution mechanisms. The course also examines the different types of shareholder agreements, including those related to venture capital, private equity, and mergers and acquisitions.
What Will You Learn?
- By the end of the course, students should have a thorough understanding of the legal and practical considerations involved in drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge in real-world situations.
- The legal and regulatory framework for shareholder agreements
- The types of shareholder agreements and their uses
- The key provisions of a shareholder agreement, such as ownership structure, transfer restrictions, dividend policies, and management and control
- Drafting considerations and best practices, including tips for clear and concise drafting
- Negotiation strategies and tactics, including how to identify and prioritize key issues
- Common disputes that arise in shareholder agreements and dispute resolution mechanisms, such as mediation and arbitration
Course Content
An Introduction to Shareholder Agreements
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An Introduction to Shareholder Agreements
The Contents of a Shareholder Agreement
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The Contents of a Shareholder Agreement
Matters to be aware of when drafting a shareholder agreement
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Matters to be aware of when drafting a shareholder agreement
Boilerplate clauses in a shareholder agreement
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Boilerplate clauses in a shareholder agreement
The Checklist
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The Checklist
Quiz
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Drafting and Advising Clients on Shareholder Agreements – Quiz
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