This article posted to our partner site Mondaq.com details the essential elements of a shareholders' agreement, which will ultimately be the final product of the term sheet.

The author discusses the link between the preemptive right (right of first offer) and its effect as an anti-dilution mechanism. It also discusses the value of drag-along provisions which can accommodate investors' liquidation preferences.

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