Australian Corporate Law

Introduces corporate law in Australia with authoritative, contextual and critical analyses of the law of corporations and financial markets.

The second edition of this text incorporates the latest changes to Australian corporations law, up to and including the Corporations Act 2001 and the Financial Services Reform Act 2001. Like the 1st edition, this text is written particularly for undergraduate law students. The book introduces students to Australian corporate law in a way that is informed by theory and policy. Throughout the book the authors draw upon materials from fields such as economics, sociology and politics to provide a contextually relevant account of modern corporate law. Ample references and pointers are provided to policy debates, contemporary issues, and to further reading. The authors bring considerable experience in interdisciplinary corporate law teaching and research. The authors aim to stimulate the reader into further critical analysis of corporate law issues, and to equip them with the capacity to respond in an informed way to future changes and developments. The book also encourages the reader to independently pursue further research in areas of corporate law. Each of the 25 chapters has been revised and updated. The book deals with: Introduction - the history of corporate law, and key themes and perspectives. Corporate Structures and Regulation - including the structure of Australian corporate law; ASIC's role and powers; and the role of auditors. Corporate Obligations - including corporate capacity; contractual and criminal liability. Corporate Governance - membership and meetings; directors' duties; shareholders' rights. Corporate Finance - including share and debt capital, the Managed Investments Act 1998, and fundraising. Securities and Takeovers Corporate Rescues and Winding Up

Australian Corporate Law is a corporations law text that has been designed specifically for students studying corporations law as part of their business or commerce degree.

The purpose of this book is to provide a clear and concise guide to the key elements of Essential Corporate Law. The books in the Cavendish Essential series are intended as a helpful revision aid for the law student, primarily at undergraduate level, but they will be helpful to any students studying law as part of their course.

Australian Corporate Law, 5th edition has been designed specifically for students studying corporations law as part of their business or commerce degree. This text aims to reduce the complexity of corporations law for students by providing clear explanation of legal principles and explaining how corporate law operates within the broader business context. It does this within a specifically designed learning framework that will enhance student learning and understanding of the presented material: oÂeo Key Statement and Key Cases highlight precedents and important cases oÂeo Case Examples present topical issues to help the reader see the law at work in a broader commercial context oÂeo Revision Questions and Problem Exercises help reinforce learning oÂeo Glossary notes in the margin ensure that each term is immediately understood oÂeo Further Reading provides a springboard for deeper learning oÂeo Flowcharts are presented to assist in visual learning New to this Edition oÂeo Significant recent new cases in the James Hardie appeal, the Bell appeal and other recent appellate decisions oÂeo Recent legislative amendments, including business names legislation, executive remuneration and continuous disclosure oÂeo Additional cases and new case studies

Fully revised and updated, Australian Commercial Law is indispensable for students seeking a comprehensive understanding of commercial law.

Business and Corporate Law Guidebook is a bilingual textbook designed to provide Chinese students with a solid understanding of the fundamental aspects of Australian business and corporate law. Written in plain English and Chinese, this text offers clear and concise explanations of key legal concepts, significant cases and principal judgments to form a systematic framework of self-directed learning. The text contains 12 chapters covering contract law, competition and consumer law, tort and negligence, company law including company incorporation, corporate liability and the winding up process. The last chapter focuses specifically on teaching Chinese students how to apply the IRAC model to solve legal problems. Suitable for those studying business and corporate law as part of a non-law degree such as accounting, marketing and business management studies, this text is also a valuable addition to international professionals seeking an understanding of the Australian business and corporate legal environment.