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This important book provides a comprehensive analysis of governance issues that exist in relation to the management of insolvent companies, both while an insolvent company is still controlled by the directors and when it passes into the hands of an insolvency practitioner in a formal insolvency regime. Throughout, the authors argue that the two most important features of corporate governance are transparency and accountability and offer a detailed analysis of the relevant law and practice.Key Features:Examination of the position of all stakeholders in an insolvent company, both before and during an insolvency regimeSpecialist explanation of what corporate governance entails and the recent developments that have occurred in relation to corporate governance as it affects insolvent companiesIn-depth consideration of the role of creditors, shareholders, the Insolvency Service, special managers and creditors’ committees during periods of insolvency as well as the role and functions of directors and insolvency practitioners who are the main focusOffering critical advice and bringing awareness of important issues, Corporate Governance and Insolvency will be a key reference work for lawyers and insolvency practitioners. The legal analysis provided will also be valuable to academics and students of corporate and insolvency law and governance.

This important book provides a comprehensive analysis of governance issues that exist in relation to the management of insolvent companies, both while an insolvent company is still controlled by the directors and when it passes into the hands of an insolvency practitioner in a formal insolvency regime. Throughout, the authors argue that the two most important features of corporate governance are transparency and accountability and offer a detailed analysis of the relevant law and practice.

Key Features:

Examination of the position of all stakeholders in an insolvent company, both before and during an insolvency regimeSpecialist explanation of what corporate governance entails and the recent developments that have occurred in relation to corporate governance as it affects insolvent companiesIn-depth consideration of the role of creditors, shareholders, the Insolvency Service, special managers and creditors’ committees during periods of insolvency as well as the role and functions of directors and insolvency practitioners who are the main focusOffering critical advice and bringing awareness of important issues, Corporate Governance and Insolvency will be a key reference work for lawyers and insolvency practitioners. The legal analysis provided will also be valuable to academics and students of corporate and insolvency law and governance.

This book provides an extensive analysis of the law and practice relating to insolvency litigation in England and Wales, as well as examination of other common law jurisdictions. Written by leading insolvency lawyers it addresses key concerns affecting the prosecution and defence of insolvency proceedings by drawing on a wide range of case law, providing detailed guidance on challenging issues.Key Features:Combines practice insights with a clear exposition of the relevant law as it affects the litigation relating to insolvency proceedingsFocuses on the law in England and Wales but incorporates consideration of law in other common law jurisdictionsEvaluates the Insolvency Rules 2016 and the Insolvency Act 1986 in the context of relevant case lawExamines a broad range of litigation topics, including insolvency processes, information gathering, claims, costs and funding, and cross-border regulationsInsolvency Litigation is a vital resource for legal practitioners specialising in insolvency, as well as all those seeking a wider understanding of insolvency litigation. Its insights are also beneficial to students and scholars of company and insolvency law, and dispute resolution.