Share Vesting Agreement

Perth Commercial & Corporate Lawyers

A Share Vesting Agreement is a contractual arrangement that outlines how shares in a company are distributed to stakeholders, such as employees or co-founders, over a designated period. This agreement structures the release of shares based on time or specific performance milestones, fostering engagement and loyalty while aligning individual contributions with the overall success of the business.

West Perth Legal assists with drafting, reviewing, negotiating and advising on Share Vesting Agreements for both the company and/or employee/co-founders.

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Share Vesting Agreement

A Share Vesting Agreement typically includes terms outlining the number of shares granted, the vesting schedule (time-based or milestone-based), conditions for forfeiture, rights and obligations of stakeholders, and any applicable tax implications. It may also detail procedures for transferability and what happens if an individual leaves the company.

These agreements are frequently employed in startup environments to motivate employees and co-founders, helping ensure their dedication to the company’s vision. Additionally, they are utilised in corporate settings as part of compensation strategies to retain top talent. Founders also often incorporate vesting agreements to protect shared equity interests, particularly in scenarios where a co-founder may leave the company prematurely.

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At West Perth Legal, we provide tailored support for share vesting agreements, including customised drafting, expert legal consultation, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, negotiation assistance, and dispute resolution. We also advise on:

Vested or unvested shares
Time based share vesting
Milestone based vesting
Customised vesting structure
Cliffs
Accelerated vesting
Existing or new shareholders agreement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of a Share Vesting Agreement?

What is the process of setting up a Share Vesting Agreement?

We typically follow the following steps with our clients for setting up an agreement:

First, we seek to understand your matter and determine the scope of work. Contact us with your query or document requiring review, we will then assess and provide you with a fee proposal for the scope of work.
Once you accept our quote, and provide funds in our trust account, we will collect the required information from you and begin drafting the agreement.
A professionally drafted agreement will be sent to you for comment and questions. We typically include a couple of rounds of revisions with our quotes, including a meeting or phone call with our lawyer.
With your comments, we will complete any amendments and finalise the contract ready for signing.

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