Participation Agreement

/ˌpɑːr.tɪ.sɪˈpeɪ.ʃən əˈɡriː.mənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A contract outlining the terms under which parties agree to collaborate or participate in a joint venture or project.
    The partners signed a participation agreement to define their roles and profit shares.
  2. (n.) An agreement by which a lender or investor secures the right to share in the income or profits of a loan or business.
    The bank entered a participation agreement to receive a portion of the loan's interest payments.

Forms

  • participation agreements

Commentary

Typically used to clarify roles, rights, and obligations among co-participants; drafting should explicitly specify contribution, profit sharing, and dispute resolution.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

Draft confidently with Amicus

Create, negotiate, and sign agreements in one secure workspace—invite collaborators, track revisions, and keep audit-ready records automatically.

Open the Amicus app