Author Description
The Second Edition Of This Highly Acclaimed Standard Reference Work On Company Directors Provides Analysis Of The Many Important Cases Which Have Materially Changed The Law And Provides An Update On The Myriad Of Subordinate Legislation Passed Since First Publication. Crucially, This New Edition Also Includes More Depth Of Analysis On Dynamic Areas And Has Been Expanded To Cover Additional Topics. Extensive Rewriting Of Chapters On Derivative Claims, Unfair Prejudice, And Reorganizations Take Into Account New Judgments Such As Lesini V Westrip Holdings Ltd [2011] And Re Neath Rugby Ltd (no 2),
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THE THESIS
This work investigates the evolving legal framework governing the duties, liabilities, and operational constraints of company directors within the United Kingdom. Author Simon Mortimore, a recognized legal practitioner, synthesizes complex case law and legislative updates to provide a comprehensive guide for legal professionals. The text utilizes a rigorous analytical approach to interpret how recent judicial precedents have altered the landscape of corporate governance and director accountability.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed analysis of derivative claims and unfair prejudice petitions
- Examination of corporate reorganization procedures and legal requirements
- Integration of significant case law including Lesini v Westrip Holdings Ltd and Re Neath Rugby Ltd
- Updates on subordinate legislation affecting corporate management
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on United Kingdom company law and may not reflect international or non-UK jurisdictions
- It does not serve as a general business management manual but remains strictly focused on legal compliance and statutory interpretation
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Legal professionals and scholars frequently cite this work as a foundational reference for understanding the complexities of director duties in the UK. Experts highlight the text's academic density and its utility as a primary resource for navigating recent shifts in corporate litigation.
Page Count:
4039
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191632457
ISBN-13:
9780191632457
Business Law
Reference
Corporate Law
Professional Development
Law