I will draft an investor ready startup founder shareholder agreement
Ironclad Legal Agreements Equity Protection for Startups
About this Gig
When bringing Angel Investors or Venture Capitalists into your startup, a rigid Shareholder Agreement is mandatory. It protects the founders from losing control while providing investors the security they demand before writing a check.
I draft institutional-grade Shareholder Agreements that balance founder control with investor compliance. This gig delivers a sophisticated corporate governance document that establishes how shares are issued, transferred, and protected during future funding rounds.
Key provisions included (based on package):
- Board of Directors composition & voting thresholds
- Share transfer restrictions (Right of First Refusal)
- Drag-along and Tag-along rights (crucial for acquisitions)
- Anti-dilution protections
- Founder protective provisions
Do not accept investor funds without securing your governance first. My documents are meticulously drafted to withstand VC due diligence. Choose your package and initiate your order immediately.
Field of law:
Civil rights
Target country:
United States
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FAQ
What are drag-along and tag-along rights?
Drag-along forces minority shareholders to join in the sale of a company. Tag-along allows minority shareholders to join a sale initiated by majority owners.
What is a Right of First Refusal (ROFR)?
It requires a shareholder who wants to sell their stock to offer it to the company or existing shareholders first.
Will this protect founders from being ousted?
The Premium package includes specific protective provisions and board composition rules to safeguard founder control.
Is this suitable for Seed or Series A rounds?
Yes, this agreement is designed to meet the rigorous due diligence standards of early-stage institutional investors.
What are anti-dilution provisions?
They protect investors or founders from having their ownership percentage severely reduced during future down-round financing.
