jakosopimuksen

Jakosopimuksen is a Finnish legal term that translates literally to “shares agreement” or “co‑ownership agreement” in English. It refers to a contractual arrangement among parties that hold shares or ownership interest in a company, joint venture, or property. The primary purpose of a jakosopimuksen is to clarify how the equity stakes will be divided, how profits and losses will be distributed, and how decision‑making authority is allocated. It also governs the conditions under which any party may transfer, sell, or otherwise dispose of its shares, and may include right‑of‑first‑refusal clauses, buy‑back provisions, and dispute‑resolution mechanisms.

In Finland, jakosopimuksen is often used alongside a statutory shareholding agreement (osakassopimus) when a company’s articles of association are insufficient to cover specific arrangements among large shareholders. The agreement can also apply to real estate co‑ownership, where multiple owners share possession of a property and must coordinate maintenance, usage rights, and financial obligations. A well‑structured jakosopimuksen helps prevent conflicts by setting clear expectations and providing a legal framework for resolving disagreements.

Because the document can significantly influence the governance and financial outcomes of the entity, it is common for parties to engage legal counsel during its drafting. A properly executed jakosopimuksen aligns the interests of all stakeholders, mitigates uncertainty, and supports stable long‑term cooperation among shareholders.