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The Limited Company Shareholder Agreement is a fundamental document for companies incorporated in Hong Kong, essential for establishing clear governance structures and protecting shareholder rights. It becomes particularly important when a company has multiple shareholders, different classes of shares, or specific requirements for corporate decision-making. This agreement, governed by Hong Kong law, particularly the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622), provides comprehensive coverage of shareholder relationships, corporate governance, and business operations. It typically includes detailed provisions for share transfers, voting rights, board composition, dividend policies, and dispute resolution mechanisms. The document is crucial for both startup companies seeking investment and established businesses managing multiple stakeholder interests, serving as a key reference point for preventing and resolving potential conflicts between shareholders.

1. Parties: Identification of all shareholders and the company as parties to the agreement

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including company information and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Definitions of key terms and interpretation rules for the agreement

4. Share Capital and Shareholders: Details of share capital structure, classes of shares, and current shareholding

5. Share Transfer Restrictions: Restrictions on transfer of shares, including right of first refusal and tag-along rights

6. Corporate Governance: Board composition, appointment of directors, and management structure

7. Shareholders' Meetings: Procedures for calling and conducting shareholders' meetings, voting rights

8. Reserved Matters: Decisions requiring special majority or unanimous shareholder approval

9. Dividend Policy: Rules and procedures for declaration and distribution of dividends

10. Information Rights: Shareholders' rights to company information and financial reports

11. Deadlock Resolution: Procedures for resolving deadlock situations between shareholders

12. Exit Provisions: Mechanisms for shareholder exit, including drag-along and tag-along rights

13. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information

14. Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on competitive activities and solicitation

15. Dispute Resolution: Procedures for resolving disputes between parties

16. General Provisions: Miscellaneous legal provisions including governing law, notices, and amendments