Author: Roshan Kalra

This paper explores the general overview of unanimous shareholder agreements (USAs) and common provisions including the purpose and benefits of a USA; legal effects and considerations; common provisions in USAs; governance structure and decision-making; financing and contribution obligations; share transfer restrictions and exit mechanisms; dispute resolution clauses; confidentiality and restrictive covenants; and more. This paper also summarizes nine case summaries all dealing with unique USAs.

These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s In-Depth USAs program in Edmonton on November 20, 2025.