Corporate Ownership
/ˈkɔːrpərət oʊnərˌʃɪp/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal and equitable rights by which a corporation holds and controls its assets and interests, including shareholder equity and management authority.
The dispute arose over the corporate ownership of the intellectual property.
Forms
- corporate ownership
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Commentary
Corporate ownership encompasses both legal title and the control mechanisms exercised within the corporate structure; clarity is key in contracts to distinguish types of ownership interests.
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