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In a personal partnership, you conduct business at your own risk — in a general partnership, you are even jointly and severally liable for the entire debt.
A good personal partnership agreement determines in advance who is responsible for what, how you distribute the profits, and what happens if a partner leaves.

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Corporate law attorney, employment law

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Custom choices

Which choices determine the content?

The appropriate content depends on how you collaborate and which risk you wish to cover. These questions determine which legal form and provisions are suitable.

Choice or question Why this matters legally
Do you run a business or practice a liberal profession? A business under a common name is a general partnership with joint and several liability (Article 18 of the Commercial Code); a liberal profession is suited to a professional partnership, where you are in principle liable for equal shares.
Does a partner contribute capital alone without working? In that case, a limited partnership (CV) is suitable; the silent partner remains exempt from liability as long as he does not perform acts of management.
Do you want to protect your private assets? A partnership does not have separate liability like a legal entity; if that is undesirable, consider a private limited company with shareholders.
Must the business continue if a partner leaves? Without a continuation clause, the company dissolves upon withdrawal or death; a continuation and takeover clause keeps the business alive.
How do you divide control and profit? Equal control can lead to a stalemate; explicitly define decision-making, signing authority, and profit distribution.
Clauses and provisions

Which elements belong in a partnership agreement?

A personal partnership (maatschap, vof, or cv) is formed by a cooperation agreement. Together, these components determine whether the agreements between the partners are legally binding.

Provision Relevant to Legal point of attention
Parties and legal form Always Specify who the partners are and whether you opt for a general partnership (Article 7A:1655 of the Dutch Civil Code), a general partnership (Article 16 of the Dutch Commercial Code), or a limited partnership; the form determines the liability.
Contribution of each partner Always Describe who contributes money, goods, labor, or goodwill; the contribution partly determines the share in the profit and in the company assets.
Profit and loss distribution Always Agree explicitly on the distribution; a partner who contributes only labor may not be completely excluded from the loss (Article 7A:1672 of the Dutch Civil Code).
Authority of representation and drawing boundary Always In a general partnership, each non-excluded partner binds the partnership independently (Article 17 of the Commercial Code); limit this and agree on an amount above which you both sign.
Liability and duty to bear Always In a general partnership (VOF), each partner is jointly and severally liable (Article 18 of the Commercial Code); in a professional partnership, generally for equal shares; establish the mutual obligation to bear the burden.
Tasks, work and decision-making Recommended Determine who performs which tasks and which decisions are taken unanimously or by majority, to prevent deadlocks.
Non-compete and confidentiality clause Often Prevent a departing partner from immediately competing or taking sensitive business information with them.
Withdrawal, continuation and death Always Without a continuation clause, the partnership terminates upon withdrawal or death; rules regarding buyout, valuation, and continuation of the business.
Dispute resolution Recommended Agree on mediation or binding advice so that a conflict does not paralyze the company.
Use in practice

How do you use this document correctly?

A contract is only effective if it aligns with practice and the company is registered. Use it at the right times.

Situation What should you do? Point of attention
At the founding Sign the start-up contract and register the company with the Chamber of Commerce. Registration in the Commercial Register is mandatory and determines its effect towards third parties.
With a new partner Amend the contract in writing and specify the contribution, share, and powers of the entrant. An incoming partner may bear responsibility for existing obligations; arrange this explicitly.
In case of changes to appointments Record every change in profit distribution, duties, or contribution in writing. Oral agreements are difficult to prove in a conflict.
Upon withdrawal or death Follow the continuation and buy-out clause and determine the value of the share. Without an arrangement, the partnership terminates by operation of law, and a dispute arises regarding the distribution.
Common mistakes

Common mistakes

We see these errors most frequently in practice in partnerships. They lead to unexpected liability and conflicts.

Wrong Consequence Better approach
Collaborating verbally without a contract In the event of a conflict, the standard statutory rules apply, which rarely suit your situation. Record the agreements in writing in a partnership agreement.
Do not include a continuation clause The partnership automatically terminates as soon as a partner leaves or dies. Include a continuation and takeover clause so that the business continues.
Do not restrict authority of representation A partner can bind the entire general partnership and hold the others jointly and severally liable (Articles 17-18 of the Commercial Code). Agree on a sign limit and exclude unwanted authorizations.
Allowing the limited partner to participate in decision-making The silent partner loses his limited liability and becomes jointly and severally liable (Article 21 of the Commercial Code). Keep the limited partner strictly out of the management.
Use a free model from the internet The provisions do not align with your contribution, legal form, and risk. Have a custom contract drafted that suits your collaboration.
Do not agree on a dispute resolution mechanism A conflict can block or even dissolve the company. Arrange for mediation or binding advice in case you cannot reach an agreement together.
Risk profile

What is your situation and what do you pay attention to?

The emphasis varies depending on the collaboration. If you recognize your situation, you will see what you need to pay particular attention to.

Risk profile Example Focus in the document
Starters who start a business together Two entrepreneurs start a general partnership together. Liability, contribution, and a clear division of profits and tasks.
Liberal professionals Several professionals work together in a partnership. Liability for equal shares and the rules regarding the entry and exit of partners.
Lender without interference An investor contributes capital but does not work in the business. A CV structure and strict compliance with the management prohibition.
Family or partner business Partners or family members start a business together. Continuation upon death, separation of private and business assets, and a retirement arrangement.
Additional documents

When is this document not enough?

The partnership agreement governs the cooperation between partners. In these situations, you need a different or additional document.

Situation Supplementary document Why
You would prefer to set up a private limited company with shareholders Shareholders' Agreement In a private limited company (BV), you record agreements between shareholders rather than partners, with protection against liability.
You collaborate on a project basis without a joint venture Cooperation Agreement For a clearly defined collaboration without shared liability, a collaboration agreement is more suitable.
A partner manages the company through his own private limited company Management Agreement For management tasks via a private limited company, you define the remuneration and tasks in a management agreement.
Explanation of this document

Drafting a partnership agreement, why?

Not every entrepreneur knows exactly what a partnership agreement is, when you need one, and which risks they must cover. That is why we explain below what this document entails, what you should look out for, and why customized legal solutions are important.

What is a partnership agreement?
A partnership agreement is the agreement by which two or more entrepreneurs establish that they jointly operate a business or profession and under what conditions. It is the collective name for the contract behind the three types of partnerships: the general partnership (Article 7A:1655 of the Dutch Civil Code), the general partnership (VOF) (Article 16 of the Commercial Code), and the limited partnership (CV). Unlike a private limited company (BV), there is no separate capital: the partners operate for their own account and risk. Precisely for this reason, the contract determines who contributes what, how profits are distributed, who may bind the partnership, and what happens if a partner leaves. Our legal experts draft partnership agreements for general partnerships, VOFs, and CVs that clearly divide liability among the partners, establish contributions and profit distribution, and allow the business to continue if a partner withdraws or passes away.
What forms of partnerships are there?
The choice of form primarily determines your liability, and you record this choice in the contract. In a general partnership , the partners practice a (liberal) profession or business and share the proceeds. If the entire partnership is bound, each partner is in principle liable for an equal share — not jointly and severally. In a general partnership (VOF) , you operate a business under a common name; here, pursuant to Article 18 of the Commercial Code, each partner is jointly and severally liable for the debts of the VOF with their entire private assets. In a limited partnership (CV) , you work with one or more managing partners and one or more limited (silent) partners who only contribute capital; the silent partner's liability is limited to their contribution, provided they adhere to the prohibition on management.
How do you arrange liability in the contract?
Liability is the most significant risk of a partnership. While you cannot contract away statutory liability towards creditors, you can exert considerable control among yourselves. Therefore, limit the authority of representation in the contract: in a general partnership (VOF), pursuant to Article 17 of the Commercial Code, every non-excluded partner may independently bind the partnership; thus, agree on a signing threshold and exclude actions that require the consent of all partners. Additionally, establish the mutual obligation to bear the burden: who ultimately pays which part of a debt, even if a creditor first holds one partner liable for the entire amount. In a limited partnership (CV), keep the limited partner strictly outside the management—if he performs management actions nonetheless, he loses his limited liability and becomes jointly and severally liable pursuant to Article 21 of the Commercial Code.
Which clauses should a partnership agreement not be without?
A strong contract regulates at a minimum the contribution of each partner, the distribution of profits and losses, the power of representation and signing boundary, decision-making, a non-compete and confidentiality clause, and arrangements for illness, withdrawal, death, and continuation. If a continuation clause, the partnership terminates by operation of law as soon as one partner leaves or dies — with a continuation and takeover clause, the business continues, and you buy out the departing partner's share at a pre-agreed valuation. A dispute resolution mechanism (mediation or binding advice) prevents a conflict from paralyzing the business.
How does it work at MKBjuristen?
We discuss with you how you collaborate, which legal form is suitable, and which risks you wish to cover. Subsequently, we draft a tailor-made partnership agreement: liability and burden clearly divided, contributions and profit distribution established, and withdrawal, death, and continuation watertight arranged. You receive a document that suits your business and holds up should the unexpected need arise.
Is a partnership agreement mandatory?
No, a written contract is not legally required: a general partnership or limited partnership can also be formed orally. Registration in the Trade Register of the Chamber of Commerce is, however, mandatory. Without a written contract, the statutory standard rules apply in the event of a conflict, and these rarely fit your situation exactly. A written partnership agreement is therefore highly recommended.
Does the contract need to be sent to a notary?
No. A partnership agreement is not subject to any formal requirements and does not need to be drawn up by a notary; a private deed suffices. A notary is only required if, for example, you contribute registered property. For legal validity between the partners, a well-drafted written contract is sufficient.
What changes does the Partnership Modernization Act bring?
The announced Partnership Modernization Act aims to simplify outdated law. The most important proposed changes are that the partnership will acquire legal personality (allowing the partnership itself to be the owner of assets) and that general partnerships and limited partnerships will merge into a single structure. The rules regarding incoming and outgoing partners will also be clarified. The legislative proposal has not yet entered into force; existing partnerships are not required to change their names. A future-proof contract takes this development into account.
What is the difference compared to a shareholders' agreement?
A partnership agreement governs the collaboration between partners in a general partnership, general partnership (VOF), or limited partnership (CV), where there are no shares and the partners are personally liable. A shareholders' agreement is typical for a private limited company (BV): there you formalize the agreements between shareholders, while the BV itself shields against liability. If you are unsure whether to collaborate in a partnership or via a BV, we will help you determine which form suits you best.
What happens upon the withdrawal or death of a partner?
Unless otherwise agreed, the partnership ends as soon as a partner withdraws, goes bankrupt, or dies. With a continuation and survival clause, the remaining partners can continue the business and take over the share of the departing partner (or their heirs). Specify how you determine the value and within what timeframe you will buy out the partner, so that no disputes arise regarding this afterwards.
How much does a partnership agreement cost and how quickly can you receive it?
The costs depend on the legal form, the number of partners, and the complexity of the contributions and agreements. We propose a fixed price in advance and usually deliver a first draft within a few working days. Schedule a no-obligation intake , and we will draft a partnership agreement that suits your collaboration.
Are you unsure whether your document is legally correct? We would be happy to assess the sensible course of action: drafting, reviewing, or amending.
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A standard document seems cheap, until it doesn't fit your situation properly. That is why we provide custom legal solutions tailored to your business.

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A legal document only has value if it suits your practice. That is why we look not only at the text, but also at how you use the document in your business.

Common mistakes with legal documents

A legal document often seems simple, but small errors can have major consequences later on. In practice, we see that entrepreneurs run the greatest risk when a document does not align well with their business, agreements, or way of working.

  • Using a standard document that does not suit the company
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A legal document only prevents problems if it suits your situation. That is why we look not only at the text, but also at your company, agreements, and risks.

Why is a standard document often not enough?

Because a standard document does not take into account your industry, customers, risks, and specific agreements, important provisions may be missing or not align well with your practice.

Can I create a legal document myself using AI?

AI can assist in creating text, but does not independently assess whether the document is legally appropriate, complete, and usable for your business. Legal review therefore remains important.

When do I need to have my document checked?

Have your document checked if your business has changed, you have new customers or services, you have doubts about existing agreements, or the document has not been updated for a long time.

Will I also receive an explanation about the use of the document?

Yes. We explain how to use the document in practice, what to look out for, and which steps are important to prevent disputes afterwards.

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