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Term-sheet control & investor rights · Working

Investor counsel

Also called: investors' counsel

ELI5

The investors' lawyers.

Used in conversation

“Investor counsel sent the first document comments.”

Definition

The lawyers representing one or more investors.

Here “Investor counsel” means: The lawyers representing one or more investors.

Pitch context

You will see “Investor counsel” in fundraising decks, data rooms, term sheets and investor conversations when the discussion reaches term-sheet control & investor rights.

Why it matters: In term-sheet control & investor rights, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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