ABSTRACT

 

An ideal introductory textbook, Bourne on Company Law offers a succinct overview of the fundamental areas covered in LLB and GDL courses. Clear and easy to follow, the book is presented in short, sub-headed sections for ease of navigation, and is thoroughly cross-referenced to highlight connections across topics.

This sixth edition expands on emerging areas such as directors’ duties and corporate governance, as well as offering increased discussion of EU Company Law. Written for both law and non-law students, it offers full case citations and straightforward explanations of all key cases, as well as chapter summaries and end of chapter questions to aid student understanding. The sixth edition is also supported by a companion website offering self test questions, a useful glossary and annotated web links.

chapter 1|14 pages

Introduction

chapter 3|9 pages

Promoters and pre-incorporation contracts

chapter 4|12 pages

Shares and payment of capital

chapter 7|18 pages

The articles of association

chapter 8|9 pages

The payment of dividends

chapter 9|13 pages

The maintenance of capital

chapter 10|19 pages

Directors

chapter 11|7 pages

Powers of directors

chapter 12|30 pages

Directors’ duties

chapter 13|8 pages

Insider dealing and market abuse

chapter 14|20 pages

Minority protection

chapter 15|23 pages

Company meetings

chapter 16|17 pages

Accounts and returns

chapter 17|15 pages

Auditors and annual return

chapter 18|6 pages

Secretary

chapter 19|15 pages

Debentures and the law of mortgages

chapter 20|5 pages

Receivership

chapter 21|8 pages

Voluntary arrangements and administration

chapter 22|5 pages

Investigations

chapter 24|13 pages

Liquidation

chapter 25|18 pages

Corporate governance