This practical resource guides attorneys representing businesses on matters such as securities, franchising, trade secrets, and intellectual property rights.
Whether you're a seasoned legal practitioner or just starting out in the field of business law, this book serves as your indispensable companion to navigating foundational principles through advanced practice. Examine Illinois and federal securities’ laws and gain insights into the rights and obligations of franchisors and franchisees, as well as strategies for resolving disputes, with the chapter on franchising law. Examine the essential principles of corporate governance, including fiduciary duties, board responsibilities, and shareholder rights. Explore the nuances of protecting intellectual property, including strategies for enforcement. Whether you're advising startups or multinational corporations, this book will empower you to navigate legal complexities with confidence and achieve successful outcomes for your clients.
Chapter 1 — Federal Regulation of Securities
Timothy M. Sullivan and Kyle G. Fonjemie, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, Chicago
Chapter 2 — State Regulation of Securities
Anthony J. Zeoli, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, Chicago
Chapter 3 — Distribution Agreements
Robert N. Kamensky, Husch Blackwell LLP, Chicago
Chapter 4 — General Franchising Considerations
Stephanie A. Zosak, DLA Piper (U.S), LLP, Chicago
Chapter 5 — Overview of Antitrust Law For the Corporate Practitioner
Kenneth A. Michaels, Jr., Bauch & Michaels, LLC, Chicago
Chapter 6 — Employment Agreements Involving Restrictive Covenants and Trade Secrets
Anne Mayette, Husch Blackwell LLP, Chicago
Chapter 7 — Intellectual Property Issues
R. Mark Halligan, FSB FisherBroyles, Chicago
