AOACompany Structure
Articles of Association
(AOA)
Definition
Your company's internal rulebook governing how decisions are made, how shares are transferred, how directors are appointed and removed, and what happens if a co-founder leaves.
Why founders care
Always include ROFR (Right of First Refusal) and vesting clauses in your AOA. Don't use the default template — customise it with a lawyer before incorporation.
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