Stockholders Agreement (Multi-Party; Private Equity)

by Practical Law Corporate & Securities

A long-form stockholders agreement (also known as a shareholders agreement) to be used in connection with a leveraged buyout by a private equity sponsor or similar investment transaction with multiple stockholders in which one investor is acquiring majority control over a company. This Standard Document assumes an agreement among a controlling private equity sponsor and members of company management. It can also be adapted, and includes alternative language and drafting guidance, for a non-control minority investment involving a group of investors. This Standard Document includes integrated notes with important explanations and drafting and negotiating tips.