Shareholder agreements
Planning ahead to build trust
relationships between shareholders,
governance rules,
sensitive situations.
Prevent conflicts: the best way to avoid them altogether.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions
What is the point of a shareholder agreement if we already have bylaws?
A shareholder agreement complements the bylaws: it governs relationships between shareholders, governance rules, and sensitive situations that the bylaws don't address. Its purpose is to prevent conflicts so you never have to deal with them.
Is a shareholder agreement confidential?
Yes. Unlike the bylaws, which are filed and subject to legal publication requirements, the shareholder agreement is a confidential document known only to its signatories. It allows sensitive matters to be freely organized without making them public.
When should a shareholder agreement be signed?
Ideally right from the start of the partnership, or whenever a new shareholder joins, in other words, before any sensitive situation arises. Planning governance rules and disagreement scenarios in advance builds lasting trust between shareholders.
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