Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) Drafting – Consult Your Counsel
Legally Secure the Sale or Purchase of Shares in a Company
A Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) is a critical legal document that governs the terms and conditions for the transfer of shares between a seller and a buyer. Whether you are acquiring equity in a private company or transferring shares to an investor, a properly drafted SPA ensures legal clarity, financial protection, and enforceability.
At Consult Your Counsel, we assist businesses, investors, and shareholders in drafting professionally structured Share Purchase Agreements that protect all parties, minimize risk, and facilitate smooth transactions.
What is a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA)?
A Share Purchase Agreement is a legally binding contract between the buyer and seller of shares in a company. It defines the scope of the transaction, including the purchase price, payment terms, representations and warranties, indemnities, and the process for share transfer and completion.
Why Your Business Needs a Share Purchase Agreement
- Defines payment terms, transaction structure, and shareholding post-transfer
- Legally protects both parties through binding obligations and warranties
- Prevents future disputes by clearly documenting rights and responsibilities
- Enables investor confidence with transparent deal execution
- Complies with applicable corporate and regulatory requirements
Key Clauses Included in Our SPA Drafting
- Share details, quantity, class, and purchase price
- Representations and warranties of both parties
- Payment terms and completion timeline
- Conditions precedent and closing obligations
- Rights, restrictions, and obligations post-transfer
- Confidentiality, non-compete, and non-solicit clauses
- Indemnities and limitation of liability provisions
- Governing law, jurisdiction, and dispute resolution
Documents Required for SPA Drafting
- Buyer and seller identity proof (PAN, Aadhaar, Passport)
- Certificate of Incorporation of the company
- Shareholding pattern / Cap Table
- Share valuation report (if applicable)
- Board resolution approving share transfer
- Payment structure and bank transaction details
How We Draft Your Share Purchase Agreement
- You share transaction details, parties involved, and your objectives
- We assess legal, financial, and regulatory considerations
- We draft a custom SPA tailored to your deal and shareholding terms
- We deliver the agreement in a legally executable format
- We assist with execution, revisions, and compliance support
Our SPA Drafting Services Cover
- Share purchase between founders and investors
- SPAs for private equity and venture capital investments
- SPAs for business sales, exits, or management buyouts
- Review and amendment of existing Share Purchase Agreements
- End-to-end support for company share transfers
Why Choose Consult Your Counsel
- Professionally drafted, investor-friendly SPAs
- Tailored clauses to meet your commercial intent
- Legally compliant with Indian company law and SEBI norms
- Affordable pricing with transparent processes
- Available online, pan-India legal support
Make Every Share Purchase Agreement Legally Secure with Consult Your Counsel.