Founders Playbook: Managing Shareholders’ Agreements

Shareholders’ agreements are one of the most crucial yet often overlooked legal documents for startups. This Founders Playbook Webinar provides practical guidance on:

• Typical rights and obligations included in shareholder agreements
• How to influence shareholding and board composition
• Regulating share transfers and preventing unwanted shareholders
• Avoiding deadlocks and ensuring effective decision-making
• Long-term strategies for legal structuring and startup growth

Why Attend

• Gain actionable knowledge for managing startup ownership
• Avoid legal pitfalls and protect your company from disputes
• Learn directly from Swiss legal experts with experience in international startups

Speakers

Thierry Thormann – Partner, Altenburger Ltd legal + tax

Decades of experience advising startups and international companies on legal structures, shareholder rights, and corporate governance.

Céline Spahn – Associate, Altenburger Ltd legal + tax

Specializes in startup legal frameworks, shareholders’ agreements, and regulatory compliance.

Who Should Attend

• Startup founders & co-founders
• Early-stage entrepreneurs
• Legal advisors and business consultants
• Investors interested in startup governance

Key Takeaways

By attending, you will learn how to:

• Draft and understand the essential clauses of a shareholders’ agreement
• Influence ownership structures and board decisions
• Protect your startup from conflicts and deadlocks
• Navigate complex share transfer rules
• Position your startup for long-term success

About Altenburger Ltd legal + tax

Altenburger Ltd legal + tax is a Swiss law firm with offices in Zürich, Geneva, and Lugano. With nearly 40 professionals, they provide full-service legal and tax advice in 11+ languages to clients ranging from startups to listed companies.