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Partnership Agreement
A Partnership Agreement defines the rights, duties, and profit-sharing arrangements among business partners. This playbook explores governance, capital contributions, and dispute resolution.
Payment Structure
Negotiation strategy
Negotiate for clear payment milestones to ensure timely delivery and acceptance of goods. Consider including holdbacks to protect against potential non-performance.
Aim for favorable payment terms with minimal holdbacks. Ensure that any escrow arrangements are with a reputable agent and that earn-out metrics are achievable.
Essential elements
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Payment Schedule
Defines timing of payments.
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Holdbacks
Withholding part of payment.
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Escrow Arrangements
Funds held by third party.
Action framework
ACCEPT
Propose edits if payment terms are unclear or misaligned with business objectives.
EDIT
Reject if payment terms are overly restrictive or unfeasible.
ADD
Add new language if payment milestones or conditions are missing.
PRO TIP
Ensure payment terms are consistent with financial forecasts and risk assessments.
Real-world examples
FAVORABLE
Payment Milestones
"The Buyer shall pay the Purchase Price to the Seller in the following installments: (i) an initial payment of 20% of the Purchase Price upon execution of this Agreement; (ii) a second payment of 30% of the Purchase Price upon delivery of the goods; and (iii) the remaining 50% of the Purchase Price upon final acceptance of the goods by the Buyer."
NEUTRAL
Holdbacks
"The Buyer shall withhold 10% of the Purchase Price as a holdback, which shall be released to the Seller upon the satisfaction of all conditions precedent as outlined in Section 5.3 of this Agreement."
UNFAVORABLE
Escrow Arrangements
"The parties agree to deposit 15% of the Purchase Price into an escrow account, to be held by an independent escrow agent. The escrow funds shall be released to the Seller upon the completion of the post-closing obligations as specified in Schedule B."
Alternative scenarios & positions
High-Risk Transactions
If the transaction involves high-risk factors such as volatile markets or uncertain deliverables, additional safeguards may be necessary.
Cross-Border Deals
Consider currency fluctuations and international banking regulations when structuring payments.
Start-Up Acquisitions
Tailor earn-out metrics to align with growth targets and market expansion plans.
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