This work covers private company shareholder agreements and cross option arrangements, translating commercial aims into formal terms. A solicitor drafts, negotiates and finalises provisions on share ownership, transfer restrictions, pre-emption rights, drag-along and tag-along clauses, cross-option triggers, valuation mechanics and exit paths. They review articles of association, draft schedules, and handle amendments, ensuring enforceability and compliance with the Companies Act 2006 and related corporate governance requirements. The aim is to protect control, balance interests, and clarify exit strategies for investors and founders.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
The solicitor handles complex drafting of bespoke options, restrictions and triggers, aligns them with the company’s constitution, and manages potential conflicts with existing shareholdings, tax considerations, and funding rounds. They oversee enforceability, rights of action, and remedies for breach, including remedies in contract and equity, and coordinate with company secretaries and auditors to ensure proper execution and record-keeping.
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