Documents, letters and contracts for business - Company and partnership documents

Written resolution to disapply pre-emption rightsIf a company wants to allot new shares without first offering them to the existing shareholders, it will usually need to authorise the directors to disapply these pre-emption rights. Our model sets out... Read more

Variation of class rights checklistFrom time to time you may need to alter the rights attached to a class of shares. Our checklist helps you make sure you follow the correct procedure.What is a variation of class rights?A variation of class rights in... Read more

Special resolution of a class of shareholders to vary their class rightsIf a company needs to vary the rights of a class of its shareholders, it must to obtain the consent of that class. Our model sets out a sample special class resolution to achieve... Read more

Preference shares wordingPreference shares provide a way of giving certain shareholders a share of the company's profits. Our model sets out sample wording that can be added to your articles setting out the most common preference share rights.What are... Read more

Master share wordingMaster shares are useful if one key shareholder needs to retain control of particular decisions. Our model sets out sample wording that can be added to your articles for this type of share.What is a master share?The rights of part... Read more

Glossary - sharesAllotment or issue? Called-up or paid-up? Shares terminology can be a bit of a minefield. Our glossary provides a quick reference to help interpret the documentation.Terminology trialsYou might come across some of the terms in our gl... Read more

Statutory model articles forpublic companiesYour company is doing well and you decide to convert to a public company. You'll need to change your articles to reflect the additional requirements on public companies. The statutory model articles are a go... Read more

Statutory model articles forprivate companies limited by guaranteeIf you are setting up a not-for-profit organisation, a company limited by guarantee may be the form for you. The statutory model articles set out a template for the rules governing you... Read more

Written resolution to alter company's articles of associationYou need to change your company's articles. This requires the shareholders' approval, but you don't have to call a meeting. Use our written resolution model.AdviceThe Companies Act 2006 calls f... Read more

Checklist for re-registering as a public companyA private company on the up may decide to convert to a public company. Our checklist and model resolution take you through the process.Why convert?A private company may decide that the time is right to ... Read more