Law·Course
Law & Contracts
Legal foundations for business: legal systems, contract law, corporate law and dispute resolution
5
Modules
25
Articles
~3 h
Reading
IV
CLOs
§ 01 — Curriculum
5 modules.
Each module is a small unit. Most read in sequence — but a determined reader can begin anywhere.
- M IFoundations of Law and Legal SystemsWhat law is, sources of law, legal systems of the world, legal families and their practical relevance for business5 articles
30 minBegin → - M IICorporate LawFormation and management of legal entities, corporate governance, shareholders’ rights, M&A5 articles
30 minBegin → - M IIIContract LawStructure and elements of a contract, types of contracts, performance and liability for breach5 articles
30 minBegin → - M IVPrivate International LawConflict-of-law rules, international treaties, cross-border transactions and investments5 articles
30 minBegin → - M VAsset Protection and Legal StructuresBusiness structuring for asset protection, trusts, foundations, estate planning5 articles
30 minBegin →
§ 02 — Learning outcomes
4 outcomes.
CLO I
Legal Systems
Understand the main legal systems of the world and the sources of law applicable to business relations.
CLO II
Contract Law
Draft, analyze, and apply contractual arrangements to protect business interests.
CLO III
Corporate Law
Navigate corporate structures, participants’ rights, governance arrangements, and responsibilities.
CLO IV
Dispute Resolution
Select and apply mechanisms for resolving business disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
§ 03 — Practices