Employing detailed case studies and real-world examples, this accessible textbook presents a clear overview of the core concepts of company law. The text will provide readers with a holistic understanding of the theoretical, financial, societal and practical aspects of company law.Analysing principles from legal systems across Europe and the USA, this textbook examines how companies operate within a larger societal context. Chapters discuss the legal formation, characteristics, and financing of companies, as well as their internal structures and the roles and duties of corporate boards and shareholders. The authors dissect specialised topics such as risk management, reporting, corporate groups and mergers and acquisitions.Key Features:Incorporates multidisciplinary perspectives from law, business and financeSystematically guides students from basic to more complex concepts in company lawDistinct boxes highlight key topics and enhance the learning experience with practical and numerical examplesAddresses forward looking issues in corporate social responsibility in addressing global challenges, including climate change and human rightsConcepts of Company Law is a useful resource for students in corporate and commercial law, finance and banking law, comparative law and business and economics. Its valuable insights provide a legal perspective on decision-making within corporations that will benefit students, researchers and policymakers across these fields.
Anne Lafarre, Tilburg University and Christoph van der Elst, Tilburg University, the Netherlands and Ghent University, Belgium
Contents Preface and outline PART I WHAT ARE COMPANIES?1 What is company law? 2 The main characteristics of companies 3 Formation of the company 4 Financing the company 5 The duties of the corporate board PART II BOARDS, SHAREHOLDERS AND OTHER CORPORATE ACTORS6 The corporate board 7 Shareholders and shareholder meetings 8 Concentrated ownership and minority shareholders PART III CAPITA SELECTA COMPANY LAW9 Reporting and risk management 10 Corporate groups 11 Mergers, acquisitions and other major transactions
‘This timely textbook makes a valuable contribution to company law education, offering a clear comparative perspective and engaging readers in a richly textured discussion informed by multidisciplinary insights. It will serve as a useful resource for both students and instructors.’