The Illinois Legend on Stock Certificate Giving Notice of Restriction on Transfer due to Stock Redemption Agreement is a legal notice displayed on a stock certificate in Illinois that outlines certain restrictions and procedures that must be followed when attempting to transfer ownership of the corresponding stock. This restriction is imposed as a result of a stock redemption agreement, which requires the selling stockholder to make a prior offer to the corporation and then to other stockholders before being able to transfer the shares. The purpose of the Illinois Legend on Stock Certificate Giving Notice of Restriction on Transfer is to ensure compliance with the stock redemption agreement, preserve the rights and interests of the corporation and its stockholders, and maintain proper control over the ownership of the stock. It serves as a safeguard against unauthorized transfers and ensures that the redemption agreement is honored. The specific wording of the Illinois Legend may vary, but it generally includes keywords such as "Notice of Restriction on Transfer," "Stock Redemption Agreement," "Offer to Corporation," and "Offer to other Stockholders." These keywords identify the key components of the restriction and highlight the specific requirements for transferring the shares. Other types of legends or notices that may be required in Illinois regarding restrictions on transfer due to stock redemption agreements include: 1. "Illinois Legend on Stock Certificate Giving Notice of Right of First Refusal": This legend indicates that a stockholder must offer their shares first to the corporation or other existing stockholders before transferring them to a third party. 2. "Illinois Legend on Stock Certificate Giving Notice of Lock-Up Agreement": This legend alerts potential buyers that the stockholder is restricted from selling or transferring their shares for a specified period. 3. "Illinois Legend on Stock Certificate Giving Notice of Prohibition on Transfer": This legend denotes a complete prohibition on the transfer of shares due to certain circumstances, such as pending litigation or regulatory restrictions. It is important for stockholders, potential buyers, and other parties involved in stock transactions to carefully review the stock certificate and its associated legends to understand the restrictions and requirements imposed by the stock redemption agreement. Failing to adhere to these restrictions may result in legal consequences and the invalidation of the transfer.