Notice of Annual Shareholder Meeting

Summary

This template of Notice of Annual Shareholder Meeting can be used to inform shareholders of an upcoming annual meeting for a Delaware company in compliance with the Delaware General Corporate Law (DGCL). This template includes practical guidance, drafting notes, and optional clauses. The Notice of Annual Shareholder Meeting is generally provided to shareholders together with (and often as a cover page for) the proxy statement and provides key information about the timing and location of the meeting, an overview of the proposals that will be subject to shareholder vote, and information on the voting process and voter eligibility. Attorneys should ensure that their annual meeting notice complies with applicable state law and the company's internal organizational documents. For a full listing of related proxy statement and annual meeting content, see Proxy Statement and Annual Meeting Resource Kit. For more information on preparing for the company's annual meeting, see Conducting an Annual Meeting Guidelines (DE Public Company).