Maine § 1436. - Merger

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1436. — Merger, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1436.. Merger

1.  Merger requirements.  A limited partnership may merge with one or more other constituent organizations pursuant to this section and sections 1437 through 1439 and a plan of merger if:

A. The governing statute of each of the other organizations authorizes the merger;   [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. C, §2 (NEW).]

B. The merger is not prohibited by the law of a jurisdiction that enacted any of those governing statutes; and   [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. C, §2 (NEW).]

C. Each of the other organizations complies with its governing statute in effecting the merger.   [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. C, §2 (NEW).]

2.  Plan of merger.  A plan of merger must be in a record and must include:

A. The name and form of each constituent organization;   [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. C, §2 (NEW).]

B. The name and form of the surviving organization and, if the surviving organization is to be created by the merger, a statement to that effect;   [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. C, §2 (NEW).]

C. The terms and conditions of the merger, including the manner and basis for converting the interests in each constituent organization into any combination of money, interests in the surviving organization and other consideration;   [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. C, §2 (NEW).]

D. If the surviving organization is to be created by the merger, the surviving organization's organizational documents; and   [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. C, §2 (NEW).]

E. If the surviving organization is not to be created by the merger, any amendments to be made by the merger to the surviving organization's organizational documents.   [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. C, §2 (NEW).]

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1436.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1436. cover?

Section 1436. ("Merger") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Maine § 1436.?

A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1436." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Maine law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.

How does Maine § 1436. apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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