Voluntary Dissolution

/ˈvɒlənˌtɛri dɪsəˈluʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The process by which a corporation or other legal entity ceases operations and liquidates assets at its own initiative, rather than by court order or external mandate.
    The board approved the voluntary dissolution of the company to settle its debts and distribute remaining assets.

Forms

  • voluntary dissolution

Commentary

Typically involves shareholder or member approval and statutory compliance; distinct from involuntary dissolution initiated by creditors or courts.

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