142 Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) contracts

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Term Sheet (UK) by Seedsummit
This template is a term sheet for a **Series Seed** equity funding round, outlining the primary commercial and legal terms for institutional or venture capital investment. It covers essential aspects such as valuation, liquidation preferences, board composition, and founder vesting schedules to facilitate negotiations before drafting definitive investment documents.
Open Legal Library
Term Sheet (UK) by Seedsummit
The Seedsummit Seed Share Term Sheet outlines key terms for an early-stage equity financing round under UK law, covering valuation, liquidation preferences, investor rights, founder vesting, and governance. It provides a model structure for venture capital investment using Series Seed preferred shares, reflecting BVCA-standard provisions and typical UK market practice.
Open Legal Library
Short Form Auction Confidentiality Agreement for Buyouts by BVCA
The BVCA Short Form Auction Confidentiality Agreement for Buyouts is designed for use in the first round of a buyout auction process, enabling multiple bidders to receive preliminary information under a fair, non-negotiable confidentiality framework. It is part of the BVCA’s widely trusted library of open, lawyer-vetted standard agreements.
Open Legal Library
Standard Form Confidentiality Agreement for Buyouts by BVCA
The BVCA Standard Confidentiality Agreement for Buyouts is a structured, lawyer-drafted agreement that protects sensitive information shared between buyers and sellers during corporate buyout discussions. It is part of BVCA’s widely trusted library of open, lawyer-vetted standard agreements.
Cofounders
Share Transfer Instrument by Cofounders
This document is a straightforward agreement for the sale and purchase of shares in a company. It outlines the transfer of a specified number of ordinary shares from a seller to a buyer for an agreed sum, subject to the conditions under which the seller originally held them.
BVCA
Standard Form Confidentiality Agreement for Buyouts by BVCA
This document is a standard confidentiality undertaking, often referred to as a non-disclosure agreement, designed for a prospective buyer in the context of a potential acquisition. It outlines the buyer's obligations regarding the use and disclosure of confidential information provided by the seller for the purpose of evaluating the proposed transaction. The agreement also includes clauses on non-solicitation of employees and customers, data protection, and governing law.
Seedsummit
Term Sheet (Portugal) by Seedsummit
This document is a template investment term sheet designed for a company incorporated in Portugal seeking investment from potential investors. It outlines the key commercial terms for a proposed subscription of preferred shares, intended to form the basis for a future, legally binding subscription and shareholders' agreement. The term sheet itself is largely non-binding, with exceptions for expenses, exclusivity, and confidentiality clauses.
EasyLegalDocs
Letter of Intent by EasyLegalDocs
This document is a Letter of Intent (LOI) template designed to formally express preliminary intent for various proposed actions, such as business collaborations, acquisitions, or enrollments. It outlines key terms, responsibilities, and financial considerations, serving as a non-binding framework for future negotiations. The template includes sections for background, proposed terms, and an optional non-disclosure agreement.
NVCA
Voting Agreement (Updated October 2024) (NVCA)
This document is an Amended and Restated Voting Agreement designed for a Delaware corporation. It outlines the voting arrangements among the Company, Investors, and Key Holders regarding the election and removal of directors, increases in authorized common stock, and the process for a potential sale of the company. The agreement includes provisions for board composition, drag-along rights, and compliance with 'bad actor' rules and sanctions.
BVCA
Short Form Auction Confidentiality Agreement for Buyouts by BVCA
This document is a short-form Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) specifically designed for the initial round of an auction process. It enables the quick and efficient sharing of limited confidential information, such as an information memorandum, with a broad group of prospective buyers. The template is intended to be signed without negotiation, with a longer, more comprehensive NDA to be used if bidders progress to subsequent rounds.