Terms of Service

 

Introduction

 

Welcome to Sequoia Meridian (“the Fund,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, investor portal, communications, and services related to participation in the Fund.

Important Notice: Interests in the Fund are offered solely under Rule 506(c) of Regulation D of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (“Reg D”). The Fund is not registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), nor is it required to be. No governmental authority has passed on the merits of any offering or the adequacy of these Terms.

 

By accessing or engaging with Sequoia Meridian, you agree to these Terms and all applicable laws.

 

Investor Eligibility

 

1. Accredited Investors Only – Participation in the Fund is strictly limited to accredited investors as defined in Rule 501(a) of Regulation D.

 

2. Verification Requirement – Under Rule 506(c), the Fund must take reasonable steps to verify that each investor is accredited. Investors may be required to provide tax returns, W-2s, brokerage statements, bank records, or written confirmation from a CPA, attorney, or registered investment advisor. Self-certification is not sufficient.

 

3. No Transferability – Interests are “restricted securities” and may not be sold, transferred, or resold except as permitted under securities laws.

 

4. Jurisdictional Restrictions – The Fund may not be available to residents of certain jurisdictions where such offerings are not permitted.

 

No Investment Advice or Guarantee

 

1. Materials provided through our website, investor reports, or communications are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, tax, or investment advice.

 

2. The Fund makes no representation that any strategy will be successful. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

 

3. Investing in hedge funds is highly speculative and involves a substantial risk of loss, including the possible loss of your entire investment.

 

Fund Services

 

The Fund provides eligible investors with:

 

Offering documents (Private Placement Memorandum “PPM,” Subscription Agreement, Limited Partnership Agreement “LPA”).

 

Investor reporting, portfolio updates, and communications.

 

Capital call and distribution notices.

 

In case of conflict between these Terms and definitive offering documents, the PPM, LPA, and Subscription Agreement will govern.

 

 

Investor Responsibilities

 

By subscribing, you agree that you:

 

1. Are an accredited investor under SEC rules and will provide supporting documentation.

 

2. Understand that the Fund may lock up capital for extended periods, with limited redemption rights.

 

3. Accept the speculative and illiquid nature of hedge fund investments.

 

4. Will not share confidential offering documents or investor materials with third parties.

 

Risks and Disclaimers

 

1. High Risk – Investments in hedge funds are speculative and may result in the complete loss of invested capital.

 

2. Illiquidity – Interests in the Fund are not publicly traded, and withdrawal rights are limited.

 

3. Regulatory Status – The Fund is exempt from SEC registration under Regulation D. No federal or state regulator has reviewed or endorsed the Fund.

 

4. Operational Risk – Reliance on fund managers, market counterparties, custodians, and service providers may expose investors to systemic or counterparty risk.

 

5. Market & Strategy Risk – Exposure to equities, derivatives, crypto assets, and other instruments may lead to extreme volatility.

 

 

Confidentiality & Intellectual Property

 

1. All PPMs, LPAs, reports, and Fund documents are confidential and for investor use only.

 

2. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is strictly prohibited.

 

3. All trademarks, strategies, and intellectual property remain the property of Sequoia Meridian.

 

 

Fees & Expenses

 

Fees (including management and performance fees, carried interest, and operational expenses) are outlined in the PPM and LPA. Subscription in the Fund constitutes agreement to these terms.

 

 

Limitation of Liability

 

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sequoia Meridian, its affiliates, partners, managers, and employees are not liable for any damages, losses, or expenses incurred in connection with:

 

Investment decisions made based on Fund materials,

 

Market volatility or fund performance, or

 

Unauthorized use of Fund services.

 

 

Indemnification

 

Investors agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sequoia Meridian and its affiliates from any liability arising out of:

 

False or misleading investor representations,

 

Breach of these Terms, or

 

Unauthorized sharing of confidential information.

 

Privacy & Data Protection

 

We are committed to protecting investor confidentiality. All data collection, verification, and storage comply with applicable U.S. privacy regulations. Accredited investor verification documents will be retained only as required by law and handled with strict confidentiality.

 

Termination of Access

 

We may suspend or revoke your access to investor portals, documents, or communications if you:

 

Breach these Terms,

 

Fail to provide adequate accreditation verification, or

 

Engage in unlawful or damaging conduct.

 

Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

 

1. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware (or applicable state of formation).

 

2. All disputes shall be resolved via binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA).

 

3. Investors waive the right to bring class actions against the Fund.

 

Amendments

Sequoia Meridian may amend these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on our investor portal or delivered via email. Continued participation constitutes acceptance.

 

Contact Information

 

For all inquiries:

 

Sequoia Meridian Hedge Fund

16192 Coastal Highway Lewes, Delaware 19958 United States

Email: invest@sequoiameridian.com