Corporate Law [Course] [No. 86] - What is the Difference between Transactional Law and Litigation? [No. 86]

Explore the Core of Corporate Law: Unravel the Purpose, Existence, and Legalities Behind Corporations with The Federalist Society. Dive into Fiduciary Duties, Limited Liability, and Essential Court Dynamics. Join us to decode the pillars of corporate structure!

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What you'll learn

Understand the purpose and role of the corporate form in society
Identify reasons for the existence of corporations and their economic impact
Differentiate between transactional law and litigation in the context of corporate operations
Recognize the significance of fiduciary duties for corporate executives

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When the average person thinks about the job of a lawyer, they automatically think about litigation and court cases. Contrary to that impression, the average lawyer is usually involved in legal business transactions. Professor Robert Miller contrasts the two types of legal practice and explains how a lawyer's role and relationship with the client can vary greatly in these different areas. #law #no86 #lawschool #lawstudent #corporatelaw Robert T. Miller is the F. Arnold Daum Chair in Corporate Finance and Law and the Associate Dean for Faculty Development at the University of Iowa College of Law. * * * * * As always, the Federalist Society takes no position on particular legal or public policy issues; all expressions of opinion are those of the speaker.

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