Document background
The Stakeholders Agreement is a crucial document in Austrian corporate law that becomes necessary when multiple parties have ownership or significant interests in a company. It is particularly relevant during company formation, capital raising rounds, or when restructuring ownership arrangements. The agreement, while adhering to Austrian legal requirements including the UGB, GmbHG, and AktG, provides a framework for managing stakeholder relationships, corporate governance, and business operations. It typically includes provisions for share transfers, voting rights, management participation, information rights, and exit mechanisms. The document is essential for both private limited companies (GmbH) and public limited companies (AG) in Austria, though specific provisions may vary based on the company type and stakeholder requirements.
