Advanced Introduction to Corporate Governance Law and Regulation

Brian R. Cheffins ,

 
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Elgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and law, expertly written by the world’s leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys of the substantive and policy issues associated with discrete subject areas.



Advanced Introduction to Corporate Governance Law and Regulation provides a key overview of the facets of corporate law essential to the governance of publicly traded companies. Brian R. Cheffins deploys a robust theoretical and multijurisdictional framework to analyse the elements of corporate law crucial for governance, offering incisive insights into both corporate law and corporate governance. Chapters use an influential ‘contractarian’ approach to corporate law to explain the operation of public companies and consider company governance codes and systems; the role of the board and shareholders; and executive pay.



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Offers multijurisdictional perspectives on corporate governance law
Scrutinises the legal aspects of crucial corporate governance topics
Employs a robust theoretical approach, building upon ‘contractarian’ analysis



This authoritative Advanced Introduction will be a vital read for legal scholars and students of corporate governance and corporate law. It is also beneficial for professionals interested in further understanding the legal aspects of governance of public companies.

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