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Grant of Equity
Defines the exact number and type of shares being issued to the recipient.
Secure your company's future with a professional equity vesting agreement, customized by AI to fit your specific milestone or time-based schedules.
Defines the exact number and type of shares being issued to the recipient.
Outlines the timeline for ownership, including any initial cliff period before vesting begins.
Details the company's right to buy back unvested shares if the recipient leaves the company.
Specifies if vesting speeds up during a company sale or merger (Change of Control).
Addresses the critical tax implications and the deadline for filing an 83(b) election.
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An equity vesting agreement is a legal contract that outlines the process by which a founder or employee earns full ownership of their shares over time. Instead of receiving all equity upfront, the recipient 'vests' into their ownership stake, which incentivizes long-term commitment to the company. These agreements typically include a 'cliff'—a period (usually one year) during which no equity is earned—and a total vesting period of three to four years. If the individual leaves the company before the end of the term, the company usually retains the right to repurchase any unvested shares. This document is essential for protecting a startup's cap table from departing members who have not yet contributed significant value to the organization. Using our AI-powered template ensures that your vesting logic is clearly defined and professionally formatted.
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