Document background
The Shares Agreement is a crucial legal document used in Swiss corporate transactions to facilitate and document the transfer of company shares between parties. It is particularly relevant in scenarios including private company acquisitions, corporate restructuring, investment rounds, and succession planning. The agreement must comply with Swiss law, particularly the Swiss Code of Obligations (CO), and typically includes detailed provisions on share transfer mechanics, warranties, representations, and various rights and obligations of the parties. This document is essential for ensuring legal certainty in share transfers and protecting the interests of all involved parties. The Swiss Shares Agreement often requires careful consideration of tax implications and may need to address specific requirements for different types of companies (AG/SA or GmbH/SÃ rl).
