Type: noun
Pronunciation: /kee-man-klawz/
Also spelled or known as: Key Person Clause
Related: Contract
What does Key Man Clause mean? A contract provision tied to a specific important person’s involvement.
In music, a key man clause may allow termination or renegotiation if a named executive, manager, or representative leaves a company.
Key Man Clause synonyms: Key Person Clause, Key Executive Clause, Essential Person Clause
Example sentence: “The artist requested a key man clause tied to the A&R executive.”
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