Define: De Minimis Distribution

The meaning of “De Minimis Distribution” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is De Minimis Distribution defined in a legal contract?

  • De Minimis Distribution means a distribution that is to be made according to the terms of a particular plan and is less than or equal to a certain amount.
    Seen in 5 SEC filings.
  • De Minimis Distribution means any distribution that is less than a certain amount.
    Seen in 4 SEC filings.
  • De Minimis Distribution means any distribution, other than one on a secured claim allowed, that is less than a certain amount.
    Seen in 3 SEC filings.
  • De Minimis Distribution means a distribution that is to be made in accordance with the terms of a plan and that is less than or equal to a certain amount as of a designated distribution date.
    Seen in 2 SEC filings.
  • De Minimis Distribution means a distribution that is equal to or less than a certain amount, provided the plan is confirmed as a specified plan.
    Seen in 1 SEC filing.

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • De Minimis Distribution means a distribution in accordance with a certain plan that is less than or equal to a designated amount.

Relevant Contract Type

Relevant Circumstances

  • Business entities define how small items of value are treated in contractual relationships.
  • Financial institutions set thresholds for transaction amounts to streamline transaction processing.

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • De Minimis Distribution means any distribution less than a designated amount, excluding those on an allowed secured claim.

Relevant Contract Type

Relevant Circumstances

  • In contractual claims settlements, the value threshold is determined for distribution amounts.
  • When businesses, especially financial institutions, define how they handle small distribution amounts that fall under a certain threshold.

Relevant Sectors

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De Minimis Distribution means a distribution in accordance with a certain plan that is less than or equal to a designated amount.