Saba Capital Management, L.P. Sample Contracts
STANDSTILL AGREEMENTStandstill Agreement • January 21st, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • New York
This Standstill Agreement (including the exhibits hereto, this "Agreement") is entered into as of January 20, 2025 by and among Saba Capital Management, L.P. ("Saba"), BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust (the "Fund") and BlackRock Advisors, LLC (the "Advisor," and together with Saba and the Fund, the "Parties," and each individually, a "Party").
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • April 29th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • August 1st, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
Form of Nominee Agreement Saba Capital Management, L.P.Nominee Agreement • October 23rd, 2023 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
You agree that you are willing, should we so elect, to become a member of a slate of nominees (the "Slate") of an affiliate of Saba Capital Management, L.P. (the "Nominating Party"), to stand for election as a trustee of Principal Real Estate Income Fund, a Delaware statutory trust (the "Fund"), in connection with a proxy solicitation (the "Proxy Solicitation") to be conducted by the undersigned and certain other parties in respect of the 2024 annual meeting of shareholders of the Fund expected to be held on or about April 2024 (including any adjournment or postponement thereof or any special meeting held in lieu thereof, the "Annual Meeting") or appointment or election by other means. You further agree to serve as a trustee of the Fund if so elected or appointed. The undersigned agrees to pay all of the costs arising from the Proxy Solicitation (the "Proxy Related Costs"). For the avoidance of doubt, the undersigned shall not be obligated to pay any costs in connection with your role
Form of Nominee Agreement Saba Capital Management, L.P. New York, NY 10174Nominee Agreement • February 20th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
You agree that you are willing, should we so elect, to become a member of a slate of nominees (the "Slate") of an affiliate of Saba Capital Management, L.P. (the "Nominating Party"), to stand for election as a trustee or director, as applicable, of any of (i) BlackRock Capital Allocation Term Trust; (ii) BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust; (iii) BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust; (iv) BlackRock Innovation and Growth Term Trust; (v) BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust; (vi) BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust; (vii) BlackRock MuniYield Pennsylvania Quality Fund; (viii) BlackRock MuniHoldings New York Quality Fund, Inc.; (ix) BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust; and (x) BlackRock MuniYield New York Quality Fund, Inc. (collectively, the "Funds"), in connection with any proxy solicitations (the "Proxy Solicitations") to be conducted by the undersigned and certain other parties in respect of the 2024 annual meeting of shareholders of the Funds expected to b
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • September 3rd, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
Form of Nominee Agreement Saba Capital Management, L.P.Nominee Agreement • September 23rd, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
You agree that you are willing, should we so elect, to become a member of a slate of nominees (the "Slate") of an affiliate of Saba Capital Management, L.P. (the "Nominating Party"), to stand for election as a director of ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited, a Bermuda corporation (the "Fund"), in connection with a proxy solicitation (the "Proxy Solicitation") to be conducted by the undersigned and certain other parties in respect of the 2025 annual meeting of shareholders of the Fund expected to be held on or about March 2025 (including any adjournment or postponement thereof or any special meeting held in lieu thereof, the "Annual Meeting") or appointment or election by other means. You further agree to serve as a director of the Fund if so elected or appointed. The undersigned agrees to pay all of the costs arising from the Proxy Solicitation (the "Proxy Related Costs"). For the avoidance of doubt, the undersigned shall not be obligated to pay any costs in connection with your role
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • November 7th, 2023 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
FORM OF NOMINEE AGREEMENT Saba Capital Management, L.P.Nominee Agreement • August 27th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
You agree that you are willing, should we so elect, to become a member of a slate of nominees (the "Slate") of an affiliate of Saba Capital Management, L.P. (the "Nominating Party"), to stand for election as a trustee of (i) Nuveen Pennsylvania Quality Municipal Income Fund; and (ii) Nuveen New Jersey Quality Municipal Income Fund (collectively, the "Funds"), in connection with any proxy solicitations (the "Proxy Solicitations") to be conducted by the undersigned and certain other parties in respect of the 2024 annual meetings of shareholders of the Funds (including any adjournment or postponement thereof or any special meetings held in lieu thereof, the "Annual Meetings") or appointment or election by other means. You further agree to serve as a trustee of any of the Funds if so elected or appointed. The undersigned agrees to pay all of the costs arising from the Proxy Solicitation (the "Proxy Related Costs"). For the avoidance of doubt, the undersigned shall not be obligated to pay a
STANDSTILL AGREEMENTStandstill Agreement • January 21st, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • New York
This Standstill Agreement (including the exhibits hereto, this "Agreement") is entered into as of January 20, 2025 by and among Saba Capital Management, L.P. ("Saba"), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (the "Fund") and BlackRock Advisors, LLC (the "Advisor," and together with Saba and the Fund, the "Parties," and each individually, a "Party").
Form of Nominee Agreement Saba Capital Management, L.P.Nominee Agreement • June 4th, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
You agree that you are willing, should we so elect, to become a member of a slate of nominees (the "Slate") of an affiliate of Saba Capital Management, L.P. (the "Nominating Party"), to stand for election as a trustee of Eaton Vance California Municipal Bond Fund ("EVM") and Eaton Vance New York Municipal Bond Fund ("ENX", each a "Fund" and collectively, with EVM the "Funds"), in connection with a proxy solicitation (the "Proxy Solicitation") to be conducted by the undersigned and certain other parties in respect of the 2025 annual meeting of shareholders of the Funds (including any adjournment or postponement thereof or any special meeting held in lieu thereof, the "Annual Meeting") or appointment or election by other means. You further agree to serve as a trustee of the Funds if so elected or appointed. The undersigned agrees to pay all of the costs arising from the Proxy Solicitation (the "Proxy Related Costs"). For the avoidance of doubt, the undersigned shall not be obligated to p
Standstill AgreementStandstill Agreement • December 27th, 2023 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • New York
This Agreement is entered into as of December 22, 2023 (this "Agreement" (including the exhibits hereto), by and among Saba Capital Management, L.P. ("Saba"), ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Fund Inc., a Maryland corporation ("CEM"), ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund Inc., a Maryland corporation ("CTR"), ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc., a Maryland corporation ("EMO", and together with CEM and CTR, each a "Fund" and collectively, the "Funds"), LMP Capital and Income Fund Inc. ("SCD"), Franklin Templeton Fund Adviser, LLC (f/k/a Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC), a Delaware limited liability company (the "Adviser") and ClearBridge Investments, LLC (the "Sub-Adviser). Saba, the Funds, SCD and the Adviser are here forth known as the "Parties" and each individually as a "Party").
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • July 24th, 2023 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT TERMINATION PROPOSAL LETTERManagement Agreement Termination Proposal • June 1st, 2023 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • May 13th, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • Blank checks
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13G shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • April 27th, 2016 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • May 22nd, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • Blank checks
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13G shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AND SOLICITATION AGREEMENTJoint Filing and Solicitation Agreement • November 3rd, 2020 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • New York
WHEREAS, certain of the funds and accounts managed by Saba Capital Management, L.P. are shareholders, direct or beneficial, of Eaton Vance Floating-Rate Income Trust, a Massachusetts business trust (the “Fund”);
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • January 16th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • September 9th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • March 10th, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
STANDSTILL AGREEMENTStandstill Agreement • June 14th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • New York
This Standstill Agreement (including the exhibits hereto, this “Agreement”) is entered into as of June 13, 2024 by and among Saba Capital Management, L.P. (“Saba”), Invesco Pennsylvania Value Municipal Income Trust (the “Fund”) and Invesco Advisers, Inc. (the “Adviser,” and together with Saba and the Fund, the “Parties”, and each individually, a “Party”).
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • July 7th, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • Blank checks
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13G shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • July 25th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • June 14th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • Loan brokers
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • November 6th, 2023 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
AGREEMENTInvestment Advisory Agreement • August 7th, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • Massachusetts
This Agreement is entered into as of July 31, 2025 (this "Agreement", including the exhibits hereto), by and between Saba Capital Management, L.P. ("Saba") and Eaton Vance Management (the "Adviser" and, together with Saba, the "Parties" and, individually, a "Party").
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • September 29th, 2023 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • October 25th, 2023 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
Form of Nominee Agreement Saba Capital Management, L.P.Nominee Agreement • July 21st, 2020 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
You agree that you are willing, should we so elect, to become a nominee (the “Slate”) of an affiliate of Saba Capital Management, L.P. (the “Nominating Party”), to stand for election as a trustee of Eaton Vance Senior Income Trust, a Massachusetts business trust (the “Fund”), in connection with a proxy solicitations (the “Proxy Solicitations”) to be conducted by the undersigned and certain other parties in respect of the 2020 annual meetings of stockholders of the Fund expected to be held on or about September 2020 (including any adjournment or postponement thereof or any special meeting held in lieu thereof, the “Annual Meetings”) or appointment or election by other means. You further agree to serve as a trustee of the Fund if so elected or appointed. The undersigned agrees to pay all of the costs arising from the Proxy Solicitations (the “Proxy Related Costs”). For the avoidance of doubt, the undersigned shall not be obligated to pay any costs in connection with your role as a truste
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • November 25th, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P. • Blank checks
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13G shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • December 30th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • August 11th, 2025 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13G shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • October 28th, 2024 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)Joint Filing Agreement • October 3rd, 2023 • Saba Capital Management, L.P.
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agreements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained herein and therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.