Co Founder Agreement Template for Germany

1. Parties: Identification of all co-founders and the company (if already incorporated)

2. Background: Context of the agreement, business idea, and purpose of collaboration

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Company Formation: Details about company structure, legal form, and registration process

5. Equity Distribution: Initial shareholding structure and any vesting arrangements

6. Capital Contributions: Financial and non-financial contributions of each founder

7. Roles and Responsibilities: Detailed description of each founder's role and commitment level

8. Decision Making: Governance structure and voting rights for key decisions

9. Intellectual Property Rights: Assignment and protection of IP created before and after formation

10. Confidentiality: Protection of business secrets and confidential information

11. Non-Competition: Restrictions on competing activities during and after involvement

12. Exit Provisions: Procedures for founder departure, share transfers, and company sale

13. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and circumstances for termination

14. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including governing law and jurisdiction

1. Business Plan: Detailed business strategy and objectives

2. Initial Shareholding Structure: Detailed breakdown of share ownership and classes

3. Vesting Schedule: Detailed terms of share vesting arrangements

4. Intellectual Property Register: List of all IP assets brought into the business

5. Form of Deed of Adherence: Template for new shareholders joining the agreement

6. Technical Contribution Details: Specification of technical assets or knowledge contributed

7. Founder CVs: Professional backgrounds and qualifications of founders

8. Initial Budget: First-year operational budget and financial projections