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> Shareholder & Sweat Equity Agreements

Shareholders can acquire an ownership interest in a company through a financial contribution or by contributing their labor and expertise. Trading shares of a company for labor and knowledge can allow a start-up to cut costs significantly when the company is first getting started, and can provide great financial benefits for those who acquire an interest in the company.

When an individual or group of individuals is acquiring an equity interest through their knowledge or work efforts, a sweat equity agreement should be drafted to protect the rights of both the new shareholder as well as existing investors.  The lawyers at PLZ Law have experience negotiating and drafting sweat equity agreements and can help you to create and enter into a contract that protects the rights of all parties.  When a dispute arises regarding a sweat equity agreement, PLZ law can also help to negotiate an effective resolution.

If you are located in the Ontario area and are entering into an agreement or involved in a dispute related to a shareholder equity agreement, contact the Lawyers at PLZ Law for a free consultation.