Partnership Agreement Template
This Partnership Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into and made effective as of [Effective Date], by and between [Partner 1 Name], residing at [Partner 1 Address], and [Partner 2 Name], residing at [Partner 2 Address], and any additional partners admitted pursuant to the provisions herein (individually, a “Partner” and collectively, the “Partners”).
WHEREAS, the Partners desire to associate themselves as partners in business for the purposes and upon the terms set forth in this Agreement;
WHEREAS, the Partners wish to set forth their respective rights, obligations, and interests in the partnership;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein contained, and intending to be legally bound, the Partners agree as follows:
Formation and Purpose of the Partnership
The Partnership is hereby formed as of the Effective Date, pursuant to the terms herein, under the name [Partnership Name] (“Partnership”), or such other name as the Partners may unanimously agree upon in writing.
The business purpose of the Partnership shall be [Describe Purpose of Partnership] and such other lawful business as the Partners may from time to time unanimously agree upon.
The principal place of business of the Partnership shall be [Business Address], or such other location as may be determined by the unanimous consent of the Partners.
The duration of the Partnership shall commence on the Effective Date and shall continue until dissolved in accordance with this Agreement.
The Partnership shall have all authority necessary to carry out its stated business purpose and such additional activities as may be agreed upon by the Partners.
The Partnership shall not commence any new line of business, material expansion, or significant deviation from its business purpose without the unanimous written consent of the Partners.
The Partnership may, upon unanimous agreement, register and comply with all required governmental or regulatory filings in such jurisdictions as may be necessary to conduct its business.
Capital Contributions and Ownership Interests
The initial capital contributions of each Partner shall be as follows: [List Each Partner and Their Capital Contribution]. Such contributions may be made in cash, property, or services, as valued and accepted by the unanimous agreement of the Partners.
The ownership interests of the Partners shall be proportionate to the value of their respective capital contributions, as reflected in the Partnership’s records.
No Partner shall be required to make any additional capital contributions except upon the unanimous written agreement of all Partners, specifying the amount, timing, and form of such contributions.
Failure of any Partner to make required additional capital contributions shall result in such consequences as the Partners may unanimously determine, including but not limited to dilution of ownership interest.
The Partners may, by unanimous consent, permit the admission of loans or advances from the Partners, which shall not be considered capital contributions and shall be separately accounted for as debts of the Partnership.
Any return of capital contributions shall be made only upon liquidation or dissolution of the Partnership, or as otherwise expressly provided herein.
The capital accounts of the Partners shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, reflecting all contributions, withdrawals, allocations of profits and losses, and distributions.
Management and Decision-Making Authority
The management of the Partnership shall be vested in the Partners collectively, with each Partner having authority to participate in decisions affecting the business and affairs of the Partnership.
Each Partner shall have equal rights in the management and control of the Partnership, except as otherwise provided by this Agreement or as the Partners may unanimously determine.
All decisions regarding the ordinary course of business shall be made by a majority of the Partners, unless a higher threshold is specified in this Agreement.
Certain actions, including but not limited to the admission of new Partners, incurrence of indebtedness beyond [Dollar Amount], sale or transfer of substantial Partnership assets, dissolution, or amendment of this Agreement, shall require the unanimous written consent of all Partners.
The Partners may delegate day-to-day management authority to one or more Partners or to hired managers, provided that such delegation shall be evidenced in writing and shall not abrogate the ultimate authority of the Partners.
No Partner shall have authority to bind the Partnership by any act or contract, unless acting within the scope of authority expressly granted under this Agreement or by unanimous consent of the Partners.
Any indemnification of Partners or managers for acts taken in good faith and within the scope of authority shall be determined and approved by the Partners.
Duties and Obligations of the Partners
Each Partner covenants and agrees to devote such time, attention, and resources as may be reasonably necessary to carry out the business of the Partnership, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
All Partners shall act in good faith and in the best interests of the Partnership at all times, and shall not engage in any activity or transaction that would create a conflict of interest with the Partnership.
Each Partner shall promptly disclose to the other Partners any potential or actual conflicts of interest, and shall abstain from participating in any decision or action relating to such matters unless the other Partners consent.
Partners shall not, without the prior written consent of the other Partners, undertake any obligation or assume any liability on behalf of the Partnership beyond the scope of authority granted herein.
Each Partner shall perform such duties as may be reasonably required for the efficient conduct of the Partnership’s business, consistent with the business purpose and this Agreement.
Partners shall be liable to the Partnership for any loss or damage incurred as a result of their willful misconduct, gross negligence, or material breach of this Agreement.
Each Partner shall maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary information and trade secrets of the Partnership, and shall not disclose such information except as required in the conduct of the Partnership’s business.
Allocation of Profits and Losses
The net profits and losses of the Partnership shall be allocated to the Partners in proportion to their respective ownership interests, as reflected in the Partnership records, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
For each fiscal year, the Partnership shall determine its net profits and losses in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, after deducting all expenses, costs, and reserves deemed necessary by the Partners.
Any reallocation of profits and losses among the Partners may only be effected by a unanimous written agreement, specifying the basis and duration of the reallocation.
If required, separate accounts shall be maintained to reflect any special allocations of profits, losses, or items of income, gain, or deduction as may be agreed upon by the Partners.
Losses allocated to any Partner shall not exceed the balance of such Partner’s capital account, except to the extent required by law or as unanimously agreed by the Partners.
In the event of a Partner’s withdrawal or dissolution of the Partnership, profits and losses shall be allocated up to the date of such event.
Any disputes concerning the calculation or allocation of profits and losses shall be resolved by the Partners in good faith, and, if unresolved, referred to a neutral accountant or auditor agreed upon by the Partners.