Is a shareholders agreement legally binding?

Yes, a shareholders agreement is a legally binding contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872. It governs the relationship between shareholders and the company beyond what is stated in the AOA.

Does SHA need to be filed with ROC?

No, a shareholders agreement is a private contract and does not need to be filed with the ROC. However, provisions that conflict with the AOA may not be enforceable against third parties.

What stamp duty applies to SHA?

Stamp duty on SHA varies by state. In Maharashtra, SHA is stamped as an agreement under Article 5 of the Maharashtra Stamp Act. Stamp duty is typically 0.1% to 0.5% of the consideration or value.

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Shareholders Agreement

Comprehensive shareholders agreement covering rights, obligations, exit clauses, and governance under the Indian Contract Act 1872, with stamp duty compliance.

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What's Included

SHA Drafting

Negotiation Support

Stamp Duty Advisory

Execution Assistance

How It Works

Term Sheet Review

Review term sheet or heads of terms agreed between shareholders.

SHA Drafting

Draft comprehensive SHA covering: share capital, governance rights, reserved matters, anti-dilution, tag-along, drag-along, right of first refusal, and exit provisions.

Negotiation Support

Support negotiation of SHA terms between shareholders.

Stamp Duty

Advise on stamp duty applicable under state stamp duty laws. SHA must be stamped as per the state where it is executed.

Execution

Assist with execution of SHA by all parties. SHA is a private contract and does not require ROC filing.

Documents Required

Cap table showing current shareholdingRequired

MOA and AOA of the companyRequired

Term sheet or heads of termsOptional

Existing shareholder agreements (if any)Optional

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