M&A Glossary

Formation Documents include the basic documents signed and completed during the formation of a company. This will always include the Certificate of Formation, Articles of Incorporation/Organization, or Certificate of Incorporation/Organization. The Formation Documents may include items such as (2) Resignation; (3) EIN/Tax ID’s; (4) Resolution, minutes, or consent for organizational matters; (5) Operating Agreement/Company Agreement OR Bylaws; and/or (6) other documents, such as Shareholder Agreements, Buy-Sell Agreements, or other documents.