Transition Services Agreement

/ˈtrænzɪʃən ˈsɜrvɪsɪz əˈɡriːmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A contract between parties, typically in mergers or acquisitions, where one party agrees to provide transitional support services to the other for a specified period.
    The buyer and seller signed a Transition Services Agreement to ensure uninterrupted IT support after closing.

Forms

  • transition services agreement
  • transition services agreements

Commentary

Typically used in M&A contexts, this agreement outlines interim services one party provides to the other, facilitating operational continuity during ownership transfer.

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