Shareholder Agreements: the 30 minute guide — David Hughes
How to bulletproof your company with an effective shareholder agreement.
Classification: Business and Management, Business strategy
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At last - a guide to shareholder agreements written for ordinary business people rather than just for lawyers. You are unlikely to buy this book purely for the gags (of which there are plenty!), but I guarantee you will find it the most entertaining book on shareholder agreements you have ever read - by a wide margin!
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This is a gem of a book from a very knowledgeable lawyer who is not after your money! (except for the cost of the e-book).It’s a perfectly simplified DIY guide to shareholders agreements and it makes it easy for you as a company owner or owners to sort it out yourself, or at least guide you through the process. There’s so much useful info that is so easy to read even I understood it. Definitely a must have even if you are planning to get professional legal advice as well.
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For someone with little knowledge and understanding of Shares and Ownership of a company I found it really helpful and easy to understand. I would recommend this highly to anyone who has an interest or just wanting to enhance their knowledge on shareholdings. Quick and easy and I actually completed the book in 25 minutes :)
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Shareholder Agreements: The 30 Minute Guide by David Hughes is an essential business law guide for company owners, start-up founders, entrepreneurs, shareholders, directors, accountants, and business advisers who want to protect their business and avoid costly disputes. Written in plain English by an experienced corporate solicitor, this practical and easy-to-understand book explains how shareholder agreements work, why they matter, and how they can safeguard the future of a company.
Perfect for readers interested in small business law, company ownership, business partnerships, corporate governance, start-up legal advice, shareholder rights, and business protection strategies, this concise guide demystifies one of the most important legal documents in business.
A shareholder agreement acts like a “business will” — helping company owners prepare for unexpected events such as disputes, shareholder exits, death, divorce, dilution of shares, or disagreements over decision-making. In Shareholder Agreements: The 30 Minute Guide, David Hughes explains the common issues faced by business owners and provides practical solutions that can help prevent expensive legal problems before they arise.
This highly accessible business guide covers:
- What a shareholder agreement is and why every company needs one
- Protecting business owners and minority shareholders
- Managing director powers and shareholder decisions
- Share dilution and issuing new shares
- Exit planning, drag-along and tag-along clauses
- Business succession planning and “business wills”
- Resolving shareholder disputes and deadlocks
- Protecting companies from costly legal conflicts
- Share transfers, valuation, and investor rights
- Legal considerations for start-ups and growing businesses
Blending business strategy, corporate law, and practical legal advice, this book is ideal for readers who want straightforward guidance without complicated legal jargon. Whether you are launching a startup, running a family business, forming a business partnership, or advising company directors, this guide provides the knowledge needed to make smarter business decisions and reduce legal risk.
Ideal for:
- Entrepreneurs and start-up founders
- Small business owners
- Company directors and shareholders
- Accountants and business advisers
- Corporate lawyers and legal trainees
- Investors and business partners
- Anyone interested in company law and shareholder protection
If you are looking for a practical and beginner-friendly guide to shareholder agreements, business ownership protection, and company law essentials, Shareholder Agreements: The 30 Minute Guide is an invaluable resource for building a stronger, safer, and more resilient business.
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Reviews
At last - a guide to shareholder agreements written for ordinary business people rather than just for lawyers. You are unlikely to buy this book purely for the gags (of which there are plenty!), but I guarantee you will find it the most entertaining book on shareholder agreements you have ever read - by a wide margin!
Verified Purchase
This is a gem of a book from a very knowledgeable lawyer who is not after your money! (except for the cost of the e-book).It’s a perfectly simplified DIY guide to shareholders agreements and it makes it easy for you as a company owner or owners to sort it out yourself, or at least guide you through the process. There’s so much useful info that is so easy to read even I understood it. Definitely a must have even if you are planning to get professional legal advice as well.
Verified Purchase
For someone with little knowledge and understanding of Shares and Ownership of a company I found it really helpful and easy to understand. I would recommend this highly to anyone who has an interest or just wanting to enhance their knowledge on shareholdings. Quick and easy and I actually completed the book in 25 minutes :)
Verified Purchase