Plan: Starter contracts — $99/year
Bylaws and shareholders agreement for your Corporation
Reviewed by Thiago Vieira — Lawyer admitted in Brazil (OAB) and Portugal (OA), founder of Pactum Global · Reviewed on October 12, 2026
In a Corporation, bylaws organise internal governance — board, officers, meetings and voting — while the shareholders agreement governs the relationship between shareholders: who can sell shares, to whom and on what terms. Investors ask for both in due diligence.
What the documents cover
- Board of directors and officers
- Meetings, quorum and voting
- Share issuance and classes
- Pre-emption rights and transfer restrictions
- Tag-along, drag-along and shareholder exit
- Consistency with your state of incorporation
- Included in the Starter contracts plan ($99/year), together with the services agreement, operating agreement, bylaws and shareholders agreement, privacy policy and terms and conditions.
Who needs it
Founders of C-Corps (often in Delaware) with co-founders, planning to raise capital or wanting clear rules from day one.
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from an operating agreement?
Operating agreements are for LLCs; bylaws and shareholders agreements are for Corporations.
Does it work for Delaware?
Yes. The text adapts to the state of incorporation you register.
Is this legal advice?
No. These are general templates generated from your answers.