Section 16 Resolutions Approving the Acquisition of Buyer Securities by Insiders in a Merger | Practical Law

Section 16 Resolutions Approving the Acquisition of Buyer Securities by Insiders in a Merger | Practical Law

Board resolutions approving the acquisition of certain buyer derivative or equity securities by persons who are or will become officers and directors of the acquirer in connection with a merger. These resolutions are designed to meet the approval requirements for exempting transactions from short-swing profit liability under Rule 16b-3(d) issued under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These Standard Clauses have integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.

Section 16 Resolutions Approving the Acquisition of Buyer Securities by Insiders in a Merger

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Board resolutions approving the acquisition of certain buyer derivative or equity securities by persons who are or will become officers and directors of the acquirer in connection with a merger. These resolutions are designed to meet the approval requirements for exempting transactions from short-swing profit liability under Rule 16b-3(d) issued under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These Standard Clauses have integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.