Governance Agreement

/ˈɡʌvərnəns əˈɡriːmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A legally binding contract outlining the rights, responsibilities, and decision-making structure among parties in managing an entity or project.
    The shareholders signed a governance agreement to define their roles and voting rights.

Forms

  • governance agreement
  • governance agreements

Commentary

Often used in corporate and organizational contexts to define authority and procedures; clarity in scope and dispute resolution provisions is crucial.

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