This volume provides an overview of United States federal and state law governing business
organizations. The chapters take the reader through a step-by-step exposition of the most basic
sole proprietorships to the most complex multi-tiered conglomerates. Among the business
organizations treated are partnerships with their various modalities (general partnerships
limited partnerships limited liability partnerships) corporations (including closely held
corporations public corporations and other variations) and limited liability companies. The
case law and statutes governing the full menu of business organizations are systematically
analyzed and presented. Leading cases at both the federal and state level as well as model
legislation such as the Uniform Partnership Act and enacted legislation are further examined.
Other topics covered include Agency and partnerships Accounting taxation and finance Startup
corporations and venture capital Fiduciary duties and shareholder control Mergers and
acquisitions.
