Dissolution and Restoration of Companies

by Andrew Keay

Overview

This comprehensive book offers a thorough exposition and analysis of all aspects of the dissolution and restoration of companies. Considering all relevant UK legislation and case law, it examines the ways in which companies are both dissolved and restored, the issues that may arise in these processes, and the effects this has on the company and third parties.

Key Features:

• Explanation of the processes leading to dissolution and restoration of companies
• Examination of the general and particular effects of dissolution and restoration on a company and other related and non-related parties
• Identification and analysis of the most important issues related to dissolution and restoration, with reference to leading cases in the area
• Background information that provides an understanding of the role and effect of dissolution and subsequent restoration of some companies to the register of companies

Dissolution and Restoration of Companies will be invaluable for solicitors advising clients and dealing with the processes involved in dissolution and restoration, as well as barristers interested in the issues raised and related case law. It will also be useful for insolvency practitioners, and for academics working in corporate and insolvency law.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781839109225
Publisher:	Edward Elgar Publishing
Publication date:	09/02/2022
Series:	Elgar Corporate and Insolvency Law and Practice series
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	6.62(w) x 9.62(h) x (d)

About the Author

Andrew Keay, Emeritus Professor of Corporate and Commercial Law, School of Law, University of Leeds and Academic Member, South Square, Gray's Inn, UK

Table of Contents

Contents: Foreword Preface 1. Introduction to Dissolution and Restoration of Companies PART I DISSOLUTION 2. Introduction and background to dissolution 3. Dissolution following insolvent regimes 4. Early Dissolution 5. Dissolution by Striking Off 6. The effects of dissolution PART II RESTORATION 7. Introduction to Restoration 8. Administrative restoration 9. Judical Restoration 10. The effects of restoration Index

Editorial Reviews

‘I have little doubt that it will ultimately be established as the vade mecum for busy practitioners in this field. It contains a scholarly exposition of the legislation and its governing principles. It is comprehensive in scope and presented in a way that is well structured and easy to follow. It is also a useful source for the guidance of the courts on obscure but important collateral issues which sometimes arise in practice. . . The book is a significant achievement and Professor Keay is to be commended for it.’

From the foreword by His Honour Judge Mark Halliwell

‘This book, which forms part of the Elgar Corporate and Insolvency Law and Practice series, is primarily addressed to a professional audience. The technical and detailed exposition of the rules governing the area makes this book essential for insolvency practitioners, as well as legal professionals advising clients on these processes. However, the varied case law analysed in the book and the sharp analysis of the inconsistencies and problems arising from the implementation of the existing provisions make this book an invaluable addition to the libraries of universities and research centres, as well as the workplaces of those academics specialised in corporate insolvency matters. Finally, the book’s well-structured, rigorous and easy-to-follow narrative makes me believe that it could be easily consulted by foreign academics and researchers interested in conducting comparative studies in the area. As usual for any previous publications from Professor Keay, this book is a terrific addition to the existing literature on corporate insolvency matters, and it comes as highly recommended.’

Eugenio Vaccari

‘This book makes an important and timely contribution to a neglected yet vital area. In the first book-length treatment of the subject, Professor Keay draws together the theory and practice in a way that is comprehensive and learned, while simultaneously concise and readable. Following several recent appellate cases on dissolution and restoration, this is the perfect opportunity to take stock. It is highly recommended as an essential reference for corporate and insolvency lawyers, insolvency practitioners, creditors and litigation funders.’

Joseph Curl QC

‘I have little doubt that it will ultimately be established as the vade mecum for busy practitioners in this field. It contains a scholarly exposition of the legislation and its governing principles. It is comprehensive in scope and presented in a way that is well structured and easy to follow. It is also a useful source for the guidance of the courts on obscure but important collateral issues which sometimes arise in practice. . . The book is a significant achievement and Professor Keay is to be commended for it.’

From the foreword by Mark Halliwell