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Acacia Research Corporation
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August 7, 2025 EX-3.1

Fourth Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Acacia Research Corporation

Exhibit 3.1 FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Delaware (the Corporation), certifies that: A. The name of the Corporation is Acacia Research Corporation. The Corporations original Certificate of Incorporation was filed with the Secretary of State of

August 7, 2025 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement, effective June 24, 2025, by and between Acacia Research Corporation and Michael Zambito

Exhibit 10.1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”), effective as of June 24, 2025 (the “Effective Date” or the “Start Date”), is entered into by and among Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “Company”), and Michael Zambito (“Executive”), on the following terms and conditions. BA

August 7, 2025 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

August 6, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

August 6, 2025 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Total Revenue of $51.2 million for the Quarter GAAP Net Loss of ($3.3) million and GAAP Diluted EPS of ($0.03) for the Quarter Adjusted Net Loss1 of ($5.9) million and Adjusted

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Total Revenue of $51.2 million for the Quarter GAAP Net Loss of ($3.3) million and GAAP Diluted EPS of ($0.03) for the Quarter Adjusted Net Loss1 of ($5.9) million and Adjusted Diluted EPS1 of ($0.06) for the Quarter Total Company Adjusted EBITDA1 of $1.9 million and Operated Segment Adjusted EBITDA1 of $6.8 mil

June 24, 2025 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Corporation Announces Appointment of Michael Zambito as Chief Financial Officer Zambito Brings More Than 30 Years of Finance, Accounting, M&A and Relevant Industry Expertise NEW YORK – June 24, 2025 – Acacia Research Corporation (Nasd

Acacia Research Corporation Announces Appointment of Michael Zambito as Chief Financial Officer Zambito Brings More Than 30 Years of Finance, Accounting, M&A and Relevant Industry Expertise NEW YORK – June 24, 2025 – Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”), which acquires and operates businesses across the industrial, energy and technology sectors, today announced the appointment of Michael Zambito as Chief Financial Officer, effective June 24, 2025.

June 24, 2025 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement, effective June 24, 2025, by and between Acacia Research Corporation and Michael Zambito

1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”), effective as of June 24, 2025 (the “Effective Date” or the “Start Date”), is entered into by and among Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “Company”), and Michael Zambito (“Executive”), on the following terms and conditions.

June 24, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 24, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH COR

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 24, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

June 11, 2025 EX-99.1

Corporate Presentation June 10, 2025 | NASDAQ: ACTG Disclosures 2 Forward-Looking Statements This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1

acaciacorporatepresentat Corporate Presentation June 10, 2025 | NASDAQ: ACTG Disclosures 2 Forward-Looking Statements This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

June 11, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 10, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH COR

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 10, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

May 21, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 15, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH CORP

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 15, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 9, 2025 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

May 8, 2025 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Corporation Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Total Revenue of $124.4 million for the Quarter GAAP Net Income of $24.3 million and GAAP Diluted EPS of $0.25 for the Quarter Adjusted Net Income1 of $33.1 million and Adjusted

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Corporation Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Total Revenue of $124.4 million for the Quarter GAAP Net Income of $24.3 million and GAAP Diluted EPS of $0.25 for the Quarter Adjusted Net Income1 of $33.1 million and Adjusted Diluted EPS1 of $0.34 for the Quarter Total Company Adjusted EBITDA1 of $50.7 million and Operated Segment Adjusted EBITDA1 of $54.7 mil

May 8, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

April 9, 2025 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) x Definitive

March 28, 2025 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: x Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Definitive

March 17, 2025 EX-99.1

Report of Cawley, Gillespie & Associates, Inc. as of December 31, 2024

February 21, 2025 Mr. Kirk Goehring CEO Benchmark Energy 3800 North Lamar Blvd, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78756 Re: Evaluation Summary – SEC Price Benchmark Energy II, LLC Interests Proved Developed Reserves Certain Properties in Oklahoma and Texas As of December 31, 2024 Pursuant to the Guidelines of the Securities and Exchange Commission for Reporting Corporate Reserves and Future Net Revenue Dear Mr

March 17, 2025 EX-19.1

Acacia Research Corporation Insider Trading Policy

EXHIBIT 19.1 INSIDER TRADING POLICY FOR COMPANY SECURITIES Statement of Policies and Procedures Governing Material Nonpublic Information and The Prevention of Insider Trading of Company Securities Updated: October 2024 I.Purpose of this Policy The purchase or sale of securities while possessing material nonpublic (“inside”) information in breach of a duty of trust or confidence or the disclosure o

March 17, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2024 o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2024 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO . Commission File Number 001-37721 (Exact

March 17, 2025 EX-99.2

Report of Cawley, Gillespie & Associates, Inc. as of December 31, 2023

March 7, 2024 Mr. Kirk Goehring CEO Benchmark Energy 3800 North Lamar Blvd, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78756 Re: Evaluation Summary – SEC Price Benchmark Energy II, LLC Interests Proved Developed Reserves Certain Properties in Texas As of December 31, 2023 Pursuant to the Guidelines of the Securities and Exchange Commission for Reporting Corporate Reserves and Future Net Revenue Dear Mr. Goehring: As re

March 17, 2025 EX-4.1

Description of Acacia Research Corporation Capital Stock

EXHIBIT 4.1 DESCRIPTION OF CAPITAL STOCK The following is a summary of all material characteristics of the capital stock of Acacia Research Corporation, as set forth in our Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, as amended, or our Charter, and our Fifth Amended and Restated Bylaws, as amended, or our Bylaws. References to “we,” “us,” or “our” refer to Acacia Research Corporation. The s

March 17, 2025 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries

EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a listing of the significant subsidiaries of Acacia Research Corporation: Jurisdiction of Incorporation Acacia Research Group LLC, formerly Acacia Patent Acquisition LLC and subsidiaries Delaware Benchmark Energy II LLC Delaware Deflecto, LLC Delaware Acacia Research Group LLC wholly owns multiple consolidated operating subsidiaries that

March 13, 2025 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Year End 2024 Financial Results Consolidated Revenue of $48.8 million for the Quarter, and $122.3 million for the Year GAAP Net Income (Loss) of $(13.4) million for the Quarter, and $(36.1) milli

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Year End 2024 Financial Results Consolidated Revenue of $48.8 million for the Quarter, and $122.3 million for the Year GAAP Net Income (Loss) of $(13.4) million for the Quarter, and $(36.1) million for the Year GAAP Diluted EPS of $(0.14) for the Quarter, and $(0.36) for the Year Adjusted Net Income (Loss)1 of $(6.8) million for t

March 13, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 13, 2025 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

January 2, 2025 EX-99.1

Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Consolidated Financial Statements December 31, 2023

Exhibit 99.1 Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries Consolidated Financial Statements December 31, 2023 Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries Table of Contents December 31, 2023 Page Independent Auditors' Report 1 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheet 3 Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income 4 Consolidated Statement of Stockholders' Equity 5

January 2, 2025 EX-99.2

Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Consolidated Financial Statements June 30, 2024

Exhibit 99.2 Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries Consolidated Financial Statements June 30, 2024 Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries Table of Contents June 30, 2024 Page Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheet 1 Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income 2 Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 3 Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 5 Def

January 2, 2025 8-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 18, 2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 18, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of i

January 2, 2025 EX-99.3

UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Exhibit 99.3 UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION On October 18, 2024 (the “Closing Date’), Deflecto Holdco LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Acacia Research Corporation (the “Company” or “Acacia”), acquired Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. (“Deflecto”), pursuant to that certain Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Stock Purchase Agreement”) entered into on the same day with Deflecto H

November 14, 2024 SC 13D/A

ACTG / Acacia Research Corporation / Starboard Value LP - AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO THE SCHEDULE 13D Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 sc13da40629728211142024.htm AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO THE SCHEDULE 13D UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-2(a) (Amendment No. 4)1 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001

November 12, 2024 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results Generated $23.3 Million in Consolidated Revenue, up 131% Year Over Year Energy Operations Generated $15.8 Million in Revenue and Industrial Operations Generated $7.0 Million in Revenue, Up

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results Generated $23.3 Million in Consolidated Revenue, up 131% Year Over Year Energy Operations Generated $15.8 Million in Revenue and Industrial Operations Generated $7.0 Million in Revenue, Up 12% and 11%, Respectively Quarter Over Quarter Generated $70.4 Million in Operating Cash Flow During the Nine Months Ended September 30,

November 12, 2024 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 O

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

November 12, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 12, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 12, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

October 21, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 18, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 18, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

October 21, 2024 EX-2.1

Stock Purchase Agreement dated as of October 18, 2024, by and among Deflecto Holdco LLC, as Purchaser, Deflecto Holdings, LLC and Evriholder Finance LLC (collectively, the "Sellers"), Deflecto A

Exhibit 2.1 STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT by and among DEFLECTO HOLDCO LLC, DEFLECTO ACQUISITION, INC., DEFLECTO HOLDINGS, LLC, EVRIHOLDER FINANCE LLC and EDGEWATER GROWTH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT IV, L.P., as the Sellers’ Representative October 18, 2024 Table of Contents Page 1. SALE AND TRANSFER OF THE PURCHASED SHARES 1 1.1 Purchased Shares 1 1.2 Purchase Price 1 1.3 Company Closing Date Schedule; Payment

October 21, 2024 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Corporation Acquires Deflecto® Transaction Adds Leading Speciality Manufacturer of Essential Products Serving the Commercial Transportation, HVAC and Office Markets to Acacia’s Growing Portfolio Expected to Deliver Significant Revenue

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Corporation Acquires Deflecto® Transaction Adds Leading Speciality Manufacturer of Essential Products Serving the Commercial Transportation, HVAC and Office Markets to Acacia’s Growing Portfolio Expected to Deliver Significant Revenue and be Immediately Accretive to Free Cash Flow and Earnings Per Share with Further Value Creation Opportunities Deflecto Expected to Gen

October 21, 2024 EX-10.1

Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated October 18, 2024, among Deflecto, LLC, as Borrower, the other Loan Parties thereto, the Lenders party thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Administrative Agent

Exhibit 10.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of October 18, 2024 among DEFLECTO, LLC, The other Loan Parties Party Hereto, The Lenders Party Hereto, and JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Sole Bookrunner and Sole Lead Arranger Table of Contents Page ARTICLE I Definitions 1 SECTION 1.01. Defined Terms 1 SECTION 1.02. Classification of Loa

August 8, 2024 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

August 8, 2024 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results Increased Consolidated Revenue 227% Compared to Q2 2023, Up 121% Compared to the First Six Months of 2023 Significant YoY Revenue and Operating Cash Flow Improvement During Q2 2024 Acacia

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results Increased Consolidated Revenue 227% Compared to Q2 2023, Up 121% Compared to the First Six Months of 2023 Significant YoY Revenue and Operating Cash Flow Improvement During Q2 2024 Acacia Remains Focused on Free Cash Flow Generation and Book Value Per Share Accretion New York, NY, August 8, 2024 - Acacia Research Corporatio

August 8, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 8, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 8, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

July 3, 2024 8-K/A

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 17, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of inc

July 3, 2024 EX-99.2

UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Exhibit 99.2 UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION On April 17, 2024 (the “Closing Date”), BE Anadarko II, LLC (“BE Anadarko”), a subsidiary of Benchmark Energy II, LLC (together with its subsidiaries, “Benchmark”), a majority-owned subsidiary of the Acacia Research Corporation (the “Company” or “Acacia”) consummated the previously announced transactions contemplated in the

July 3, 2024 EX-99.1

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Exhibit 99.1 Revolution II WI Holding Company, LLC and Subsidiaries (A Delaware Limited Liability Company) Consolidated Financial Statements As of and for the Year Ended December 31, 2023 REVOLUTION II WI HOLDING COMPANY, LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES (A Delaware Limited Liability Company) TABLE OF CONTENTS Page INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT 3-4 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Consolidated Balance Sheet a

June 5, 2024 EX-99.1

2016 Acacia Research Corporation Stock Incentive Plan, as amended.

A-1 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION 2016 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN, AS AMENDED ARTICLE ONE GENERAL PROVISIONS I.

June 5, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Filing fee table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) Acacia Research Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Common Share Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee (2) Equity Common Stock, par value $0.

June 5, 2024 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2024 Registration No.

June 5, 2024 EX-99.1

2024 Acacia Research Stock Incentive Plan.

A-1 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN ARTICLE ONE GENERAL PROVISIONS I.

June 5, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Filing fee table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) Acacia Research Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Common Share (2) Maximum Aggregate Offering Price (2) Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee (2) Equity Common Stock, par value $0.

June 5, 2024 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2024 Registration No.

May 22, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 21, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORP

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 21, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 10, 2024 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

May 9, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 9, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 9, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

May 9, 2024 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Company Continues to Advance Capital Allocation Strategy

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Company Continues to Advance Capital Allocation Strategy New York, NY, May 9, 2024 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Martin (“MJ”) D. McNulty, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, stated, “With the establishment of our

April 19, 2024 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) x Definitive

April 17, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 17, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 17, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

April 17, 2024 EX-10.1

Loan Agreement, dated as of April 17, 2024, by and among BE Anadarko, as Borrower, Frost Bank, as Administrative Agent and LC Issuer, and the lenders from time to time party thereto.

Exhibit 10.1 FROST BANK LOAN AGREEMENT BE ANADARKO II, LLC, as Borrower, FROST BANK, as Administrative Agent and LC Issuer, WEST TEXAS NATIONAL BANK, As Joint Lead Arranger and CERTAIN FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS, as Lenders FROST BANK, as Lead Arranger $150,000,000.00 April 17, 2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I - Definitions and References 1    Section 1.1. Defined Terms 1 Section 1.2. Exhibits an

April 17, 2024 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Announces Closing of Benchmark Energy’s Transformative Acquisition in the Western Anadarko Basin

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Announces Closing of Benchmark Energy’s Transformative Acquisition in the Western Anadarko Basin New York, NY, April 17, 2024 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia”) today announced that its majority owned subsidiary, Benchmark Energy II, LLC (together with its subsidiaries, “Benchmark”), has completed its previously announced acquisition (the “Transact

March 15, 2024 EX-10.21

Services Agreement dated December 12, 2023 by and between Starboard Value LP and Acacia Research Corporation (

Exhibit 10.23 Confidential SERVICES AGREEMENT This SERVICES AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of December 12, 2023 by and between Starboard Value LP, a Delaware limited partnership (“Starboard”), and Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (“Acacia”). RECITALS WHEREAS, Starboard and its affiliates1 have extensive knowledge and insight regarding investing in publicly-trade

March 15, 2024 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries

EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a listing of the significant subsidiaries of Acacia Research Corporation: Jurisdiction of Incorporation Acacia Research Group, LLC, formerly Acacia Patent Acquisition, LLC and subsidiaries Delaware Merton Acquisition Holdco LLC Delaware Acacia Research Group, LLC wholly own multiple consolidated operating subsidiaries that are included i

March 15, 2024 EX-10.17

Employment Agreement, effective May 3, 2023, among Acacia Research Corporation and Robert Rasamny (

Exhibit 10.17 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”), effective as of May 3, 2023 (the “Effective Date”), is entered into by and among Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “Company”), and Robert Rasamny (“Executive”), on the following terms and conditions. BACKGROUND WHEREAS, the

March 15, 2024 EX-3.1

d Certificate of Incorporation (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the Commission on March 15, 2024).

Exhibit 3.1 THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Delaware (the Corporation), certifies that: A. The name of the Corporation is Acacia Research Corporation. The Corporations original Certificate of Incorporation was filed with the Secretary of State of t

March 15, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2023 o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2023 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO . Commission File Number 001-37721 (Exact

March 15, 2024 EX-97.1

Acacia Research Corporation Compensation Recovery Policy

Exhibit 97.1 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION POLICY FOR THE RECOVERY OF ERRONEOUSLY AWARDED COMPENSATION 1.Purpose. The purpose of this Policy is to describe circumstances in which the Company will recover Erroneously Awarded Compensation and the process for such recovery. This Policy is intended to comply with (a) Section 954 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010, a

March 14, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 14, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 14, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

March 14, 2024 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results Intellectual Property Licensing and Settlement Agreements Drive Q4 Income; Company Continues to Advance Capital Allocation and Business Strategy, Announced Agreement to Acquire Cash Flow-G

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results Intellectual Property Licensing and Settlement Agreements Drive Q4 Income; Company Continues to Advance Capital Allocation and Business Strategy, Announced Agreement to Acquire Cash Flow-Generating Oil and Gas Assets with a Goal of Driving Book Value per Share New York, NY, March 14, 2024 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasd

March 14, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 14, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 14, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

February 20, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 16, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

February 20, 2024 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Expands Oil and Gas Investments Through Benchmark Energy’s Transformative Acquisition in the Western Anadarko Basin Acquisition Anticipated to Add Over 470 Operated Producing Wells Across Approximately 140,000 Net Acres with Expected

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Expands Oil and Gas Investments Through Benchmark Energy’s Transformative Acquisition in the Western Anadarko Basin Acquisition Anticipated to Add Over 470 Operated Producing Wells Across Approximately 140,000 Net Acres with Expected Annualized Asset-Level Cash Flows of Approximately $45 Million New York, NY, February 20, 2024 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACT

February 20, 2024 EX-10.1

Purchase and Sale Agreement dated February 16, 2024 by and between Revolution Resources II, LLC, Revolution II NPI Holding Company, LLC, Jones Energy, LLC, Nosley Assets, LLC, Nosley Acquisition, LLC, and Nosley Midstream, LLC, as Sellers, and BE Anadarko II, LLC, as Buyer (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed on February 20, 2024)

Exhibit 10.1 PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT DATED FEBRUARY 16, 2024, BY AND BETWEEN REVOLUTION RESOURCES II, LLC, REVOLUTION II NPI HOLDING COMPANY, LLC, JONES ENERGY, LLC, NOSLEY ASSETS, LLC, NOSLEY ACQUISITION, LLC, AND NOSLEY MIDSTREAM, LLC AS SELLERS, AND BE ANADARKO II, LLC AS BUYER TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE 1 SALE AND TRANSFER OF ASSETS; CLOSING 1 1.01 Assets 1 1.02 Purchase Price; Deposit 1 1.

February 15, 2024 EX-99.1

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

EX-99.1 2 ex991to13da306297282021524.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT In accordance with Rule 13d-1(k)(1)(iii) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the persons named below agree to the joint filing on behalf of each of them of a Statement on Schedule 13D (including additional amendments thereto) with respect to the shares of Common Stock, par value $

February 15, 2024 EX-99.2

POWER OF ATTORNEY

EX-99.2 3 ex992to13da306297282021524.htm POWER OF ATTORNEY Exhibit 99.2 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned hereby appoints Jeffrey C. Smith, Peter A. Feld and Kenneth R. Marlin, or any of them, his true and lawful attorney-in fact and agent to execute and file with the Securities and Exchange Commission any Schedule 13D, Schedule 13G, Form 3, Form 4, Form 5, any settlement agreement, any amendments

February 15, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

February 15, 2024 SC 13D/A

ACTG / Acacia Research Corporation / Starboard Value LP - AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE SCHEDULE 13D Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 sc13da30629728202152024.htm AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE SCHEDULE 13D UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-2(a) (Amendment No. 3)1 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001

February 14, 2024 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Appoints Martin (“MJ”) D. McNulty, Jr. to Board of Directors, Named Permanent CEO

Acacia Research Appoints Martin (“MJ”) D. McNulty, Jr. to Board of Directors, Named Permanent CEO New York, NY, February 14, 2024 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) today announced that Martin (“MJ”) D. McNulty, Jr. has been named as Acacia’s permanent Chief Executive Officer. Mr. McNulty has been serving as the Company’s Interim Chief Executive Officer since November 1, 2022. In additio

February 14, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

February 14, 2024 EX-10.1

Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, effective February 13, 2024, by and between Acacia Research Corporation and Martin D. McNulty, Jr. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed on February 14, 2024)

Confidential AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”), dated February 14, 2024 is entered into by and among Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “Company”), and Martin D McNulty, Jr.

January 22, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 19, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 19, 2024 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commi

November 13, 2023 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results New York, NY, November 13, 2023 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023. Key Business Highlights •Generated $10.1 million in consolidated revenue for the quarter compared to $15.9 million in revenue in the

November 13, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 9, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 9, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commi

November 13, 2023 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 O

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

August 3, 2023 EX-10.2

Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement (filed herewith as Exhibit 10.2)

Exhibit 10.2 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION PERFORMANCE-BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT Name of Grantee: [ ] (the “Grantee”) Target Number of PSUs: [ ] Performance Period: January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025 Performance Criteria: See Exhibit A attached hereto Grant Date: [ ] Acacia Research Corporation (the “Company”) has on the Grant Date specified above (the “Grant Date”) granted

August 3, 2023 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

August 3, 2023 EX-10.1

Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2023, filed on August 3, 2023

Exhibit 10.1 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT Name of Grantee: [ ] (the “Grantee”) Total Number of Restricted Stock Units Granted: [ ] Grant Date: [ ] Acacia Research Corporation (the “Company”) has on the Grant Date specified above (the “Grant Date”) granted to the Grantee, pursuant to the Company’s 2016 Stock Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), an award (the “Award”) to

August 3, 2023 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results New York, NY, August 3, 2023 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023. Key Business Highlights •On July 13, 2023, completed its recapitalization transaction with Starboard Value LP, and as part of this transacti

August 3, 2023 EX-3.1

Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Designations, Preferences and Rights of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock of Acacia Research Corporation (

Exhibit 3.1 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF DESIGNATIONS, PREFERENCES AND RIGHTS OF SERIES A CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION Acacia Research Corporation (the “Company”), a corporation organized and existing under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “DGCL”), does hereby certify that the Board of Directors of the Company (the “Board”), purs

August 3, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 3, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

August 2, 2023 EX-3.2

Fifth Amended and Restated Bylaws of Acacia Research Corporation (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Amendment No.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on August 2, 2023)

FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (A DELAWARE CORPORATION) Active 104516224.

August 2, 2023 EX-3.1

Certificate of Retirement of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to Amendment No. 1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on August 2, 2023)

CERTIFICATE OF RETIREMENT OF SERIES A CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Pursuant to Section 243 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware) Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “Corporation”), does hereby certify as follows: FIRST: Pursuant to Section 151(g) of the Ge

August 2, 2023 8-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 27, 2023

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 27, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of inco

August 1, 2023 EX-3.1

Certificate of Retirement of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock

CERTIFICATE OF RETIREMENT OF SERIES A CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Pursuant to Section 243 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware) Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “Corporation”), does hereby certify as follows: FIRST: Pursuant to Section 151(g) of the Ge

August 1, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 27, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH COR

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 27, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

August 1, 2023 EX-3.2

Restated Bylaws

FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (A DELAWARE CORPORATION) Active 104516224.

July 17, 2023 SC 13D/A

ACTG / Acacia Research Corp / Starboard Value LP - AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE SCHEDULE 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-2(a) (Amendment No. 2)1 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 003881307 (CUSIP Number) JEFFREY C

July 17, 2023 8-K

Other Events, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 13, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

June 9, 2023 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 7, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 22, 2023 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 16, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 11, 2023 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results New York, NY, May 11, 2023 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2023. Key Business Highlights •Executed a Rights Offering (and concurrent private Rights Offering), raising $79.1 million in net proceeds. •Generated $14.8

May 11, 2023 EX-99.1

, 2023 of Acacia Research Corporation

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results New York, NY, May 11, 2023 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2023. Key Business Highlights •Executed a Rights Offering (and concurrent private Rights Offering), raising $79.1 million in net proceeds. •Generated $14.8

May 11, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 11, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORP

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 11, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 11, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 11, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORP

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 11, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 11, 2023 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

April 17, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) x Definitive

March 29, 2023 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: x Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Definitive

March 17, 2023 EX-10.1

Separation Agreement and General Release of Claims, effective November 28, 2022, among Acacia Research Group LLC, and Lawrence Wesley Golby (filed herewith as Exhibit 10.1 pursuant to Part II, Item 9B)

Exhibit 10.1 SEPARATION AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE OF CLAIMS THIS SEPARATION AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE OF CLAIMS (“Separation Agreement”) is entered into as of this 28 day of November, 2022 by and between Wesley Golby (“Employee”), and Acacia Research Group LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”) (each sometimes referred to herein as a “Party” and collectively as the “Parties

March 17, 2023 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries

EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a listing of the significant subsidiaries of Acacia Research Corporation: Jurisdiction of Incorporation Acacia Global Acquisition LLC and subsidiaries Delaware Acacia Research Group, LLC, formerly Acacia Patent Acquisition, LLC and subsidiaries Delaware Pixel Acquisition Holdco LLC Delaware Printronix Holding Corp. Delaware Printronix LL

March 17, 2023 EX-10.2

Consulting Agreement, effective January 28, 2023, among Acacia Research Corporation and Richard Rosenstein (incorporated by reference to

Exhibit 10.2 CONSULTING AGREEMENT THIS CONSULTING AGREEMENT (this “Consulting Agreement”) is entered into as of this 8 day of January, 2023 and shall become effective as of the 28th day of January, 2023 (the “Effective Date”), by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (“Acacia” or the “Company”) and Richard Rosenstein (the “Consultant”). WHEREAS, the Consultant was employe

March 17, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2022 o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2022 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO . Commission File Number 001-37721 (Exact

March 16, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 16, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 16, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

March 16, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 16, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 16, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

March 16, 2023 EX-99.1

, 2023 of Acacia Research Corporation

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Financial Results New York, NY, March 16, 2023 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the three months and full year ended December 31, 2022. Key Business Highlights •Completed an agreement to streamline the Company’s capital structure, further strengthen it

March 16, 2023 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Financial Results New York, NY, March 16, 2023 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the three months and full year ended December 31, 2022. Key Business Highlights •Completed an agreement to streamline the Company’s capital structure, further strengthen it

March 6, 2023 EX-99.1

Acacia Announces Closing of Rights Offering

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Announces Closing of Rights Offering New York, NY, March 6, 2023 - Acacia Research Corporation (NASDAQ: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) announced today that it has closed its previously-announced rights offering (the “Rights Offering”). The subscription period for the Rights Offering terminated at 5 p.m. Eastern time on March 1, 2023 (the “Expiration Time”). Starboard Value L

March 6, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 1, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH COR

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 1, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

March 3, 2023 SC 13D/A

ACTG / Acacia Research Corp / Starboard Value LP - AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE SCHEDULE 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-2(a) (Amendment No. 1)1 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 003881307 (CUSIP Number) JEFFREY C

February 14, 2023 EX-4.1

Form of Subscription Rights Certificate.

Exhibit 4.1 THIS OFFER EXPIRES AT 5:00 P.M., EASTERN TIME, ON MARCH 1, 2023, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE COMPANY ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Non-Transferable Subscription Rights to Purchase Shares of Common Stock of Acacia Research Corporation REGISTERED OWNER: Each registered holder of this Subscription Rights Certificate (a “Rights Holder”) is entitled to th

February 14, 2023 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 14, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S.

February 14, 2023 EX-99.5

NOMINEE HOLDER CERTIFICATION ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION

Exhibit 99.5 NOMINEE HOLDER CERTIFICATION ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION The undersigned, a bank, broker, dealer, trustee, depositary, or other nominee of non-transferable subscription rights (“Rights”) to purchase Common Stock, par value $0.001 (“Common Stock”) of Acacia Research Corporation (the “Company”), each Right entitling the holder thereof to purchase one (1) share of Common Stock pursuant t

February 14, 2023 EX-99.3

ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION NOTICE TO CLIENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS WHO ARE ACTING AS NOMINEES Up to 9,618,639 Shares of Common Stock Issuable Upon Exercise of Non-Transferable Rights

Exhibit 99.3 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION NOTICE TO CLIENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS WHO ARE ACTING AS NOMINEES Up to 9,618,639 Shares of Common Stock Issuable Upon Exercise of Non-Transferable Rights February 14, 2023 Dear Stockholder: Enclosed for your consideration is a prospectus supplement, dated February 14, 2023 (as amended and supplemented from time to time, the “Prospectus Supplement”), and the acc

February 14, 2023 EX-10.1

Amended and Restated Registration Rights Agreement dated as of February 14, 2023, by and among Acacia Research Corporation and the investors listed on the Schedule of Buyers attached thereto (incorporated by reference to

Exhibit 10.1 amended and restated Registration Rights Agreement AMENDED AND RESTATED REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”), dated as of February 14, 2023, by and among Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation, with headquarters located at 120 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, California 92660 (the “Company”), and the investors listed on the Schedule of Buyers attached here

February 14, 2023 EX-99.6

Acacia Announces Commencement of Rights Offering

Exhibit 99.6 Acacia Announces Commencement of Rights Offering New York, NY, February 14, 2023 - Acacia Research Corporation (NASDAQ: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) announced today that it has commenced its previously-announced rights offering (the “Rights Offering”). Under the terms of the Rights Offering, the Company will distribute non-transferable subscription rights to record holders (“Elig

February 14, 2023 EX-99.4

ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION BENEFICIAL OWNER ELECTION FORM

Exhibit 99.4 THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE RIGHTS OFFERING ARE SET FORTH IN THE COMPANY’S PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT DATED FEBRUARY 14, 2023 AND THE ACCOMPANYING PROSPECTUS, DATED NOVEMBER 23, 2020 AND ARE INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. COPIES OF THE PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT AND PROSPECTUS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST FROM BROADRIDGE CORPORATE ISSUER SOLUTIONS, LLC, THE SUBSCRIPTION AGENT, BY CALLING (

February 14, 2023 EX-99.1

ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS WHO ARE RECORD HOLDERS Up to 9,618,639 Shares of Common Stock Issuable Upon Exercise of Non-Transferable Rights

Exhibit 99.1 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS WHO ARE RECORD HOLDERS Up to 9,618,639 Shares of Common Stock Issuable Upon Exercise of Non-Transferable Rights February 14, 2023 Dear Stockholder: Enclosed for your consideration is a prospectus supplement, dated February 14, 2023 (as amended and supplemented from time to time, the “Prospectus Supplement”), and the accompanying prosp

February 14, 2023 EX-99.2

ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS WHO ARE ACTING AS NOMINEES Up to 9,618,639 Shares of Common Stock Issuable Upon Exercise of Non-Transferable Rights

Exhibit 99.2 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS WHO ARE ACTING AS NOMINEES Up to 9,618,639 Shares of Common Stock Issuable Upon Exercise of Non-Transferable Rights February 14, 2023 Dear Stockholder: Enclosed for your consideration is a prospectus supplement, dated February 14, 2023 (as amended and supplemented from time to time, the “Prospectus Supplement”), and the accompanying p

February 14, 2023 424B5

ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 9,618,639 Shares of Common Stock at a Subscription Price of $5.25 per Share

PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT To Prospectus dated November 23, 2020 Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Statement No.

February 8, 2023 SC 13G/A

ACTG / Acacia Research Corp / Invesco Ltd. - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 SEC13GFiling.htm SEC SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2 )* Acacia Research Corp (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 003881307 (CUSIP Number) December 30, 2022 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box t

February 3, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 3, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 3, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commi

February 3, 2023 EX-99.1

Acacia Announces Record Date for Rights Offering

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Announces Record Date for Rights Offering New York, NY, February 3, 2023 - Acacia Research Corporation (NASDAQ: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) announced today that it has fixed a record date for its previously announced proposed rights offering (the “Rights Offering”), as disclosed in the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on

February 3, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 3, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 3, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. E

January 9, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 3, 2023 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Em

January 9, 2023 EX-99.1

Acacia Announces CFO Succession Plan Richard Rosenstein Stepping Down to Pursue New Private Company Opportunity and Will Transition to Consulting Role as of January 28 Kirsten Hoover, Acacia’s Current Corporate Controller, to Become Interim CFO While

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Announces CFO Succession Plan Richard Rosenstein Stepping Down to Pursue New Private Company Opportunity and Will Transition to Consulting Role as of January 28 Kirsten Hoover, Acacia’s Current Corporate Controller, to Become Interim CFO While the Board Conducts CFO Search NEW YORK-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) today anno

November 28, 2022 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 28, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 28, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

November 14, 2022 10-Q/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q/A Amendment No. 1 ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUA

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q/A Amendment No. 1 ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-37721 Acacia Research

November 14, 2022 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 O

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

November 10, 2022 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 10, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 10, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

November 10, 2022 EX-99.1

Press Release dated November 10, 2022 of Acacia Research Corporation

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results New York, NY, November 10, 2022 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (?Acacia? or the ?Company?) today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022. Key Business Highlights ?Completed an agreement to streamline the Company?s capital structure, further strengthen its financial posi

November 10, 2022 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results New York, NY, November 10, 2022 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (“Acacia” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022. Key Business Highlights •Completed an agreement to streamline the Company’s capital structure, further strengthen its financial posi

November 10, 2022 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 10, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 10, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

November 8, 2022 EX-99.27

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 99.27 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned hereby appoints Jeffrey C. Smith, Peter A. Feld and Kenneth R. Marlin, or any of them, his true and lawful attorney-in fact and agent to execute and file with the Securities and Exchange Commission any Schedule 13D, Schedule 13G, Form 3, Form 4, Form 5, any settlement agreement, any amendments to any of the foregoing and any related documentation whi

November 8, 2022 SC 13D

ACTG / Acacia Research Corp / Starboard Value LP - THE SCHEDULE 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-2(a) (Amendment No. )1 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 003881307 (CUSIP Number) JEFFREY C.

November 8, 2022 EX-99.26

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.26 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT In accordance with Rule 13d-1(k)(1)(iii) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the persons named below agree to the joint filing on behalf of each of them of a Statement on Schedule 13D (including additional amendments thereto) with respect to the shares of Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share, of Acacia Research Corporation. This Joint Fil

November 7, 2022 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 1, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 1, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 1, 2022 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 1, 2022 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 1, 2022 EX-10.1

Recapitalization Agreement dated October 30, 2022, by and among Acacia Research Corporation, Starboard Value Partners LP and the investors listed on the Schedule of Investors attached thereto (incorporated by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed on November 1, 2022)

Exhibit 10.1 Execution Version RECAPITALIZATION AGREEMENT This RECAPITALIZATION AGREEMENT, dated as of October 30, 2022 (this “Agreement”), is made and entered into by and among Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), Starboard Value LP, a Delaware limited partnership (the “Designee”) and the investors listed on the Schedule of Investors attached hereto (individually,

November 1, 2022 EX-99.1

Press Release, dated October 31, 2022.

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Streamlines Capital Structure, Strengthens Financial Base, Creating a Corporate Acquisition Platform Backed by Starboard Value LP CEO Clifford Press Announces Retirement With Successful Completion of this Transformation Starboard to Invest Over $245 Million in Additional Capital and Convert All Ownership Interests to Common Shares; Starboard’s Gavin Molinelli to be App

November 1, 2022 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Streamlines Capital Structure, Strengthens Financial Base, Creating a Corporate Acquisition Platform Backed by Starboard Value LP CEO Clifford Press Announces Retirement With Successful Completion of this Transformation Starboard to I

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Streamlines Capital Structure, Strengthens Financial Base, Creating a Corporate Acquisition Platform Backed by Starboard Value LP CEO Clifford Press Announces Retirement With Successful Completion of this Transformation Starboard to Invest Over $245 Million in Additional Capital and Convert All Ownership Interests to Common Shares; Starboard’s Gavin Molinelli to be App

November 1, 2022 EX-10.1

Recapitalization Agreement dated October 30, 2022, by and among Acacia Research Corporation, Starboard Value Partners LP and the investors listed on the Schedule of Investors attached thereto.

Exhibit 10.1 Execution Version RECAPITALIZATION AGREEMENT This RECAPITALIZATION AGREEMENT, dated as of October 30, 2022 (this “Agreement”), is made and entered into by and among Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), Starboard Value LP, a Delaware limited partnership (the “Designee”) and the investors listed on the Schedule of Investors attached hereto (individually,

September 30, 2022 EX-10.1

Form of Amendment to Series B Warrant to Purchase Common Stock

EX-10.1 2 acaciaresearch-thirdamen.htm EX-10.1 WEIL:\98834688\2\11008.0003 THIRD AMENDMENT TO SERIES B WARRANT TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK This THIRD AMENDMENT TO SERIES B WARRANT TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK, dated as of September 30, 2022 (this “Amendment”), is made by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) and Starboard Value LP (the “Designee”) on behalf of it

September 30, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 30, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Com

September 15, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 15, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Com

September 15, 2022 EX-1.10.1

Form of Amendment to Series B Warrant to Purchase Common Stock

EX-1.10.1 2 acaciaresearch-secondamend.htm EX-1.10.1 SECOND AMENDMENT TO SERIES B WARRANT TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK This SECOND AMENDMENT TO SERIES B WARRANT TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK, dated as of September 15, 2022 (this “Amendment”), is made by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) and Starboard Value LP (the “Designee”) on behalf of itself and on behalf o

September 7, 2022 EX-1.16.1

Letter from BDO USA LLC to the SEC dated September 7, 2022 (incorporated by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed on September 7, 2022)

EX-1.16.1 2 exhibita01.htm EX-1.16.1 BDO USA, LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership, is the U.S. member of BDO International Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms. BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO Member Firms. 622 Third Ave, Suite 3100 New York, NY 10017 Tel: 212-371-4446 Fax

September 7, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 31, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

August 24, 2022 EX-1.10.1

Form of Amendment to Series B Warrant to Purchase Common Stock

AMENDMENT TO SERIES B WARRANT TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK This AMENDMENT TO SERIES B WARRANT TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK, dated as of August 24, 2022 (this ?Amendment?), is made by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?) and Starboard Value LP (the ?Designee?) on behalf of itself and on behalf of the funds and accounts under its management that as of the date hereof hold (each, a ?Warrantholder? and collectively, the ?Warrantholders?) the Series B Warrants to purchase common stock issued by the Company listed on Exhibit A (each, a ?Series B Warrant? and collectively, the ?Series B Warrants?).

August 24, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 24, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

August 11, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 11, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

August 11, 2022 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results New York, NY, August 11, 2022 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (?Acacia? or the ?Company?) today reported financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022. Key Business Highlights ?Generated $16.7 million in consolidated revenue for the quarter, down from $17.4 million in revenue in the second

August 11, 2022 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

July 19, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 15, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

July 19, 2022 EX-10.1

Eighth Supplemental Agreement, dated as of July 15, 2022, between Starboard Value, L.P., on behalf of the Starboard Funds, Acacia Research Corporation and Merton Acquisition Holdco LLC

EIGHTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT THIS EIGHTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT, dated as of July 15, 2022 (this ?Agreement?), by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), Merton Acquisition HoldCo LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and wholly-owned Subsidiary of the Company (?Merton?), certain other direct and indirect Subsidiaries of the Company, Starboard Value LP

June 29, 2022 SC 13D/A

SPOK / Spok Holdings Inc / Acacia Research Corp - SPOK HOLDINGS, INC. Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Spok Holdings, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 84863T106 (CUSIP Number) Jaso

May 20, 2022 EX-2.3.2

Fourth Amended and Restated Bylaws (incorporated by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed on May 20, 2022)

EX-2.3.2 3 fourthamendedandrestated.htm EX-2.3.2 FOURTH AMENDED BYLAWS FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (A DELAWARE CORPORATION) TABLE OF CONTENTS Page i ARTICLE 1 OFFICES....................................................................................................................... 2 ARTICLE 2 MEETINGS OF STOCKHOLDERS .......................................

May 20, 2022 EX-1.3.1

Third Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Acacia Research Corporation (incorporated by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed on May 20, 2022)

EX-1.3.1 2 thirdamendedandrestatedc.htm EX-1.3.1: THIRD A&R CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION 4828-2934-3371v10/101022-0000 THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Delaware (the Corporation), certifies that: A. The name of the Corporation is Acacia Research Cor

May 20, 2022 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 18, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 18, 2022 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 12, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 12, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 12, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 12, 2022 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

May 12, 2022 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results New York, NY, May 12, 2022 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) (?Acacia? or the ?Company?) today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2022. The reported results reflect the contribution of Printronix Holding Corp. (?Printronix?), which was acquired on October 7, 2021. Key Business Highligh

April 29, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 25, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

April 20, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 14, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

April 20, 2022 EX-10.1

Seventh Supplemental Agreement, dated as of April 14, 2022, between Starboard Value, L.P., on behalf of the Starboard Funds, Acacia Research Corporation and Merton Acquisition Holdco LLC.

Exhibit 10.1 SEVENTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT THIS SEVENTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT, dated as of April 14, 2022 (this ?Agreement?), by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), Merton Acquisition HoldCo LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and wholly-owned Subsidiary of the Company (?Merton?), certain other direct and indirect Subsidiaries of the Company, St

April 20, 2022 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy Statement

April 1, 2022 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy Statement

March 31, 2022 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2021 Financial Results and Preliminary First Quarter 2022 Results; Announces $40 Million Expansion of Stock Repurchase Program Generated $149.2 Million of Net Income, or $1.91 Per Diluted Share for

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2021 Financial Results and Preliminary First Quarter 2022 Results; Announces $40 Million Expansion of Stock Repurchase Program Generated $149.2 Million of Net Income, or $1.91 Per Diluted Share for the Full-Year 2021, Reflecting Significant Realized Gains from the Life Science Portfolio and Contributions from the Intellectual Proper

March 31, 2022 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries

EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a listing of the significant subsidiaries of Acacia Research Corporation: Jurisdiction of Incorporation Acacia Global Acquisition LLC and subsidiaries Delaware Acacia Research Group, LLC, formerly Acacia Patent Acquisition, LLC and subsidiaries Delaware Pixel Acquisition Holdco LLC Delaware Printronix Holding Corp. Delaware Printronix LL

March 31, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2021 o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2021 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO . Commission File Number 001-37721 (Exact

March 31, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 31, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

March 15, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 10, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

March 15, 2022 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement, effective March 10, 2022, among Acacia Research Corporation, Acacia Research Group LLC, and Martin D. McNulty Jr. (incorporated by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed on March 15, 2022)

EX-10.1 2 acaciaex1001.htm EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT Exhibit 10.1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”), dated March 10, 2022 is entered into by and among Acacia Research Group LLC, a Texas limited liability company (“Acacia”), Acacia Research Corporation (the “Company”) and Martin McNulty Jr. (“Executive”), on the following terms and conditions. BACKGROUND WHEREAS, Acacia, t

March 15, 2022 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Announces New Leadership Appointments Martin D. McNulty, Jr., Former CEO of Starboard Value Acquisition Corp., Joins as Chief Operating Officer and Head of M&A Wesley Golby, Who Served as Director of Research, Promoted to Chief Invest

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Announces New Leadership Appointments Martin D. McNulty, Jr., Former CEO of Starboard Value Acquisition Corp., Joins as Chief Operating Officer and Head of M&A Wesley Golby, Who Served as Director of Research, Promoted to Chief Investment Officer NEW YORK- (BUSINESS WIRE)- Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) ("Acacia" or "the Company") today announced that it ha

February 9, 2022 SC 13G/A

ACTG / Acacia Research Corp / Invesco Ltd. - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1 )* Acacia Research Corp (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 003881307 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this S

February 4, 2022 EX-10.1

Sixth Supplemental Agreement, dated as of January 31, 2022, between Starboard Value, L.P., on behalf of the Starboard Funds, Acacia Research Corporation and Merton Acquisition Holdco LLC

Exhibit 10.1 SIXTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT THIS SIXTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT, dated as of January 31, 2022 (this ?Agreement?), by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), Merton Acquisition HoldCo LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and wholly-owned Subsidiary of the Company (?Merton?), certain other direct and indirect Subsidiaries of the Company, Star

February 4, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 31, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. E

January 24, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 24, 2022 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. E

December 8, 2021 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 6, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. E

December 6, 2021 EX-10.1

Fifth Supplemental Agreement, dated as of November 30, 2021, between Starboard Value, L.P., on behalf of the Starboard Funds, Acacia Research Corporation and Merton Acquisition Holdco LLC

EX-10.1 2 acaciaex1001.htm FIFTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT Exhibit 10.1 FIFTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT THIS FIFTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT, dated as of November 30, 2021 (this “Agreement”), by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), Merton Acquisition HoldCo LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and wholly-owned Subsidiary of the Company (“Merton”), certain ot

December 6, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 30, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S.

November 19, 2021 EX-10.2

Supplement No. 5 and Amendment to the Stock Pledge Agreement, dated November 15, 2021, by and among certain direct and indirect subsidiaries of Acacia Research Corporation and Starboard Value Intermediate Fund LP, as Collateral Agent.

EX-10.2 3 acaciaex1002.htm AMENDMENT TO THE STOCK PLEDGE AGREEMENT Exhibit 10.2 SUPPLEMENT NO. 5 AND AMENDMENT TO THE STOCK PLEDGE AGREEMENT SUPPLEMENT NO. 5 AND AMENDMENT dated as of November 15, 2021 (the “Supplement”), to the Stock Pledge Agreement, dated as of June 30, 2020 (as amended, restated, amended and restated, supplemented and otherwise modified from time to time, the “Stock Pledge Agr

November 19, 2021 EX-10.1

Note Amendment Agreement, dated as of November 15, 2021, between Starboard Value, L.P., on behalf of the Starboard Funds, Acacia Research Corporation and Merton Acquisition Holdco LLC

Exhibit 10.1 Note Amendment Agreement Reference is made to that certain Securities Purchase Agreement (the ?Securities Purchase Agreement?), dated as of November 18, 2019 (as may be amended from time to time) by and among Acacia Research Corporation (the ?Company?), Starboard Value LP (the ?Designee?) and certain Buyers party thereto (collectively, the ?Starboard Funds?) and those certain Notes is

November 19, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 15, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S.

November 15, 2021 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results Company Recognizes Substantial Realized and Unrealized Gain from Oxford Nanopore IPO

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results Company Recognizes Substantial Realized and Unrealized Gain from Oxford Nanopore IPO New York, NY, November 15, 2021 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) today reported results for the three- and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2021. Clifford Press, Chief Executive Officer, stated, ?This was a milestone quarte

November 15, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 15, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S.

November 15, 2021 EX-10.2

First Amendment of Lease, dated as of August 5, 2021, between Sage Realty Corporation and Acacia Research Corporation

Exhibit 10.2 FIRST AMENDMENT OF LEASE THIS FIRST AMENDMENT OF LEASE (this ?First Amendment of Lease?), dated as of the 5th day of August, 2021 (the?Effective Date?), between SAGE REALTY CORPORATION, a New York corporation having an office at 767 Third Avenue, New York, New York 10017, as agent for the owner of the building hereinafter mentioned (?Landlord?), and ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION, a Dela

November 15, 2021 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 O

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

November 2, 2021 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 2, 2021 ( October 29, 2021 ) ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of

October 6, 2021 EX-10.1

Fourth Supplemental Agreement, dated as of September 30, 2021, between Starboard Value, L.P., Acacia Research Corporation, Merton Acquisition Holdco LLC and certain other direct and indirect subsidiaries of the Company (incorporated by reference to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed on October 6, 2021)

EX-10.1 2 acaciaex1001.htm FOURTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT Exhibit 10.1 FOURTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT THIS FOURTH SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT, dated as of September 30, 2021 (this “Agreement”), by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), Merton Acquisition HoldCo LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and wholly-owned Subsidiary of the Company (“Merton”), certai

October 6, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 30, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S.

September 10, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 9, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S.

August 30, 2021 SC 13D

SPOK / Spok Holdings Inc / Acacia Research Corp - SPOK HOLDINGS, INC. Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Spok Holdings, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 84863T106 (CUSIP Number) Jason W

August 16, 2021 EX-3.1

Certificate of Amendment of Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Acacia Research Corporation (as updated through May 18, 2021 and currently in effect)

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION Acacia Research Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Delaware (the Corporation), certifies that: A. The name of the Corporation is Acacia Research Corporation. The Corporation?s original Certificate of Incorporation was filed with the Secretary of State of the St

August 16, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 16, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Em

August 16, 2021 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results New York, NY, August 16, 2021 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) today reported results for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2021. Clifford Press, Chief Executive Officer, stated, ?Our book value continued to grow in the second quarter of 2021, owing to appreciation in our life science portfolio. Ou

August 16, 2021 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-37721 Acacia Research Corporation (Name of registrant as specified in its charter) delaware 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (I.

July 7, 2021 EX-10.1

Third Supplemental Agreement, dated as of June 30, 2021, between Starboard Value, L.P., Acacia Research Corporation, Merton Acquisition Holdco LLC and certain other direct and indirect subsidiaries of the Company.

EXHIBIT 10.1 THIRD SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT THIS THIRD SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT, dated as of June 30, 2021 (this ?Agreement?), by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), Merton Acquisition HoldCo LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and wholly-owned Subsidiary of the Company (?Merton?), certain other direct and indirect Subsidiaries of the Company, and Sta

July 7, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 30, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

June 24, 2021 EX-99.1

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.1 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT This Joint Filing Agreement, dated as of June 24, 2021 is by and among Parian Global Master Fund LP, Parian Global Management LP, CCZG LLC, and Zachary C. Miller (the foregoing are collectively referred to herein as the ?Filers?). Each of the Filers may be required to file with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission a statement on Schedule 13D and/

June 24, 2021 SC 13G/A

ACTG / Acacia Research Corp / Parian Global Management LP - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* ACACIA RESEARCH CORP (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 (Title of Class of Securities) 003881307 (CUSIP Number) March 23, 2021 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ? Rule 13d-1(b) ? Rule 13d-1(c) ? Rule 1

June 21, 2021 144

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 OMB APPROVAL OMB Number 325-0101 Expires: July 31, 2023 Estimated average burden hours per response 1.00 FORM 144 SEC USE ONLY NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO R

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 OMB APPROVAL OMB Number 325-0101 Expires: July 31, 2023 Estimated average burden hours per response 1.00 FORM 144 SEC USE ONLY NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO RULE 144 UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 DOCUMENT SEQUENCE NO. ATTENTION: Transmit for filing 3 copies of this form concurrently with either placing a

June 7, 2021 144

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 OMB APPROVAL OMB Number 325-0101 Expires: July 31, 2023 Estimated average burden hours per response 1.00 FORM 144 SEC USE ONLY NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO R

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 OMB APPROVAL OMB Number 325-0101 Expires: July 31, 2023 Estimated average burden hours per response 1.00 FORM 144 SEC USE ONLY NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO RULE 144 UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 DOCUMENT SEQUENCE NO. ATTENTION: Transmit for filing 3 copies of this form concurrently with either placing a

May 25, 2021 EX-3.2

Third Amended and Restated Bylaws

Exhibit 3.2 THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (A DELAWARE CORPORATION) TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE 1 OFFICES 2 ARTICLE 2 MEETINGS OF STOCKHOLDERS 2 ARTICLE 3 DIRECTORS 9 ARTICLE 4 OFFICERS 12 ARTICLE 5 CERTIFICATE OF STOCK 14 ARTICLE 6 GENERAL PROVISIONS 15 ARTICLE 7 INDEMNIFICATION 18 1 THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (A DELAWARE CORPO

May 25, 2021 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 19, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 25, 2021 EX-3.1

Certificate of Amendment of Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Acacia Research Corporation

Exhibit 3.1 CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT OF AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION Pursuant to Section 242 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware Acacia Research Corporation (the ?Corporation?), a corporation duly organized and validly existing under and by virtue of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the ?DGCL?), hereby cer

May 18, 2021 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 12, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 17, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 17, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

May 17, 2021 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results

EX-99.1 2 acaciaex9901.htm EARNINGS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results New York, NY, May 17, 2021 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) today reported results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2021. Clifford Press, Chief Executive Officer, stated, “Our defined process, in collaboration with Starboard Value LP, to evaluate new strategic

May 17, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED MARCH 31, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED MARCH 31, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number: 1-37721 Acac

April 22, 2021 DEFA14A

- DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive

April 20, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 16, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

April 20, 2021 EX-16.1

Letter of Grant Thornton LLP dated April 15, 2021.

Exhibit 16.1 April 15, 2021 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Office of the Chief Accountant 100 F Street, NE Washington, CD 20549 RE: Acacia Research Corporation File No. 001-37221 Dear Sir or Madam: We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8-K of Acacia Research Corporation dated April 12, 2021, and agree with the statements concerning our Firm contained therein. Very truly yours,

April 16, 2021 DEF 14A

- DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive

April 13, 2021 8-K

Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 12, 2021 (April 10, 2021) ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commi

April 6, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 6, 2021 (March 31, 2021) ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commis

April 6, 2021 EX-10.1

Second Supplemental Agreement, dated as of March 31, 2021, between Starboard Value, L.P., Acacia Research Corporation, Merton Acquisition Holdco LLC and certain other direct and indirect subsidiaries of the Company.

Exhibit 10.1 SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT THIS SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT, dated as of March 31, 2021 (this ?Agreement?), by and between Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), Merton Acquisition HoldCo LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and wholly-owned Subsidiary of the Company (?Merton?), certain other direct and indirect Subsidiaries of the Company, Star

April 2, 2021 PRE 14A

- PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive

March 29, 2021 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries

EX-21.1 2 acaciaex2101.htm SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a listing of the significant subsidiaries of Acacia Research Corporation: Jurisdiction of Incorporation Acacia Global Acquisition LLC and subsidiaries Delaware Acacia Research Group, LLC, formerly Acacia Patent Acquisition, LLC and subsidiaries Delaware Acacia Global Acquisition L

March 29, 2021 10-K

Annual Report - FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO . Commission File Number 001-37721 (Exact

March 29, 2021 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2020 Financial Results Book Value as of December 31, 2020 Increases to $292.5 Million, or $5.94 Per Share

Exhibit 99.1 Acacia Research Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2020 Financial Results Book Value as of December 31, 2020 Increases to $292.5 Million, or $5.94 Per Share New York, NY, March 29, 2021 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) today reported results for the three and 12-month period ended December 31, 2020. Clifford Press, Chief Executive Officer, stated, “During the year, we co

March 29, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 29, 2021 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

March 22, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 22, 2021 (March 16, 2021) ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorp

March 22, 2021 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement, effective March 16, 2021, by and between Acacia Research Group, LLC and Jason Soncini

Exhibit 10.1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the ?Agreement?), dated March 1, 2021 and effective March 16, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?), is entered into by and between Acacia Research Group LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the ?Company?), and Jason Soncini (?Executive?), on the following terms and conditions. BACKGROUND WHEREAS, the Company and Executive desire to enter into

February 18, 2021 SC 13G

SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Original Filing)* ACACIA RESEARCH CORP (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 (Title of Class of Securities) (CUSIP Number) February 4, 2021 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this

SC 13G SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Original Filing)* ACACIA RESEARCH CORP (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.

February 18, 2021 EX-99.1

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT This Joint Filing Agreement, dated as of February 17, 2021 is by and among Parian Global Master Fund LP, Parian Global Management LP, CCZG LLC, and Zachary C. Miller (the foregoing are collectively referred to herein as the “Filers”). Each of the Filers may be required to file with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission a statement on Sched

February 16, 2021 SC 13G

SCHEDULE 13G

SC 13G 1 SEC13GFiling.htm SEC SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Acacia Research Corp (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 003881307 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2020 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to de

February 16, 2021 EX-99

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

Invesco Joint Filing Agreement JOINT FILING AGREEMENT In accordance with Rule 13d-1(k) (l) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the undersigned hereby agree to the joint filing of the attached Schedule 13G, and any and all amendments thereto, and expressly authorize Invesco Ltd.

February 10, 2021 SC 13G/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 1)*

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 1)* Name of issuer: Acacia Research Corp Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 003881307 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2020 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

February 9, 2021 8-K

Other Events - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 9, 2021 (January 29, 2021) ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of in

December 18, 2020 144

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Form 144 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 OMB APPROVAL OMB Number 3235-0101 Expires: July 31, 2023 Estimated average burden hours per response 1.00 FORM 144 SEC USE ONLY NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO RULE 144 UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 DOCUMENT SEQUENCE NO. ATTENTION: Transmit for filing 3 copies of this form concurrently with either

November 25, 2020 424B5

148,965,762 Shares ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION Common Stock

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No.: 333-249984 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT To Prospectus dated November 23, 2020 148,965,762 Shares ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION Common Stock The selling stockholders named in this prospectus, or the selling stockholders, may from time to time, in one or more offerings, offer and sell up to an aggregate of 148,965,762 shares of our common stock. The shares o

November 19, 2020 S-3/A

- FORM S-3 AMENDMENT 1

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 18, 2020 Registration No.

November 19, 2020 CORRESP

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Acacia Research Corporation 4 Park Plaza, Suite 550 Irvine, California 92614 November 19, 2020 SUBMITTED VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.

November 9, 2020 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results Company Fully Engaged in Executing Strategic Transactions in Collaboration with Starboard

Exhibit 99.1 FOR RELEASE November 9, 2020 Acacia Research Reports Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results Company Fully Engaged in Executing Strategic Transactions in Collaboration with Starboard New York, NY – November 9, 2020 - Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq: ACTG) today reported results for the three-month period ended September 30, 2020. Clifford Press, Chief Executive Officer, stated, “Sinc

November 9, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number: 1-37721

November 9, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 9, 2020 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commi

November 9, 2020 S-3

Power of Attorney

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 9, 2020 Registration No.

November 9, 2020 EX-4.5

Form of Indenture

EXHIBIT 4.5 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION, Issuer AND [TRUSTEE], Trustee INDENTURE Dated as of [•], 20 Debt Securities TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS 1 Section 1.01 Definitions of Terms 1 ARTICLE 2 ISSUE, DESCRIPTION, TERMS, EXECUTION, REGISTRATION AND EXCHANGE OF SECURITIES 5 Section 2.01 Designation and Terms of Securities 5 Section 2.02 Form of Securities and Trustee’s Certificate 7

October 20, 2020 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 20, 2020 (October 14, 2020) ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of in

August 10, 2020 EX-3.1

Second Amended and Restated Bylaws of Acacia Research Corporation (as currently in effect)

Exhibit 3.1 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (A DELAWARE CORPORATION) ARTICLE 1 OFFICES 2 ARTICLE 2 MEETINGS OF STOCKHOLDERS 2 ARTICLE 3 DIRECTORS 10 ARTICLE 4 OFFICERS 14 ARTICLE 5 CERTIFICATE OF STOCK 16 ARTICLE 6 GENERAL PROVISIONS 18 ARTICLE 7 INDEMNIFICATION 21 1 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (A DELAWARE CORPORATION) ARTICLE

August 10, 2020 EX-99.1

Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results Acquires Woodford portfolio of life science assets for $282 million (£223.9 million); Recovered $185 million to date in sales of certain acquired assets

Exhibit 99.1 FOR RELEASE August 10, 2020 Acacia Research Reports Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results Acquires Woodford portfolio of life science assets for $282 million (£223.9 million); Recovered $185 million to date in sales of certain acquired assets New York, NY – August 10, 2020 - Acacia Research Corporation (“we”, “us”, “our”, “Acacia” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: ACTG) today reported result

August 10, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 10, 2020 ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

August 10, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number: 1-37721 Acaci

August 3, 2020 EX-3.1

Certificate of Amendment of the Second Amended and Restated Bylaws of Acacia Research Corporation

Exhibit 3.1 CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT OF THE SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION a Delaware corporation The undersigned hereby certifies that she is the duly elected, qualified and acting Secretary of Acacia Research Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Corporation”), and that the Second Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Corporation (the “Bylaws”) were amended by

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