Organization Law
/ˌɔːrɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law governing the creation, structure, governance, and regulation of organizations, including corporations, partnerships, and non-profit entities.
Organization law requires corporations to adhere to standards for board governance and shareholder rights.
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Covers statutory and case law aspects on how various legally recognized organizations are formed and managed; distinct from laws governing contracts or torts but closely linked to corporate law.
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