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Nicola de Luca's European Company Law offers a rigorous, article-by-article analysis of EU company law directives and regulations. It covers formation, capital, governance, cross-border mobility, and groups, integrating case law and comparative insights. Ideal for law students and practitioners seeking a structured, authoritative guide to the harmonised framework and its national implementations.
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About European Company Law
This textbook provides a comprehensive examination of European company law, tracing the harmonisation process from early directives to recent initiatives like the Societas Unius Personae and cross-border conversions. Nicola de Luca systematically analyses key topics including company formation, capital maintenance, disclosure, shareholder rights, board structure, and group law. Each chapter combines doctrinal exposition with references to CJEU case law and national implementations, highlighting the interplay between EU-level rules and Member State discretion. The book also addresses cross-border mobility, including mergers, seat transfers, and the European Company (SE). Written for an academic audience, it balances theoretical discussion with practical examples, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complex, multi-level governance of companies in the EU.
Who should read European Company Law?
This book is essential for law students taking courses on European company law, corporate governance, or EU business law. It also serves practitioners—corporate lawyers, in-house counsel, and policymakers—who need a clear, structured reference on the harmonised rules and their national applications. Academics researching comparative company law will benefit from its integrated analysis of directives, regulations, and case law. Additionally, it is suitable for advanced undergraduates and postgraduates in business and management with a legal focus.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Provides a clear, systematic overview of EU company law directives and regulations
- ✓ Integrates CJEU case law and national implementation examples throughout
- ✓ Written by a recognised expert in the field with academic rigour
- ✓ Covers cross-border mobility and recent developments like the SUP and cross-border conversions
- ✓ Structured for easy navigation, with chapter summaries and further reading suggestions
Cons
- ✗ Assumes prior knowledge of basic company law concepts
- ✗ May be too detailed for non-lawyers or introductory courses
- ✗ Focuses primarily on EU-level rules, with limited deep dives into individual Member States
- ✗ Rapidly evolving area means some content may become outdated
- ✗ Lacks extensive practical checklists or forms for practitioners
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Frequently asked questions
Is this book suitable for self-study?
Yes, it is designed for academic use and includes clear explanations, case references, and further reading, making it suitable for self-study by law students and professionals with some background in company law.
Does it cover recent developments like the Societas Unius Personae (SUP)?
Yes, the book addresses recent initiatives including the SUP proposal and cross-border conversion directives, providing up-to-date analysis of the evolving framework.
Is it focused only on EU law or does it include national laws?
While the primary focus is on EU directives and regulations, the book integrates examples of national implementation and comparative insights to illustrate how EU rules operate in practice.
What is the author's background?
Nicola de Luca is a professor at Libera Università Internazionale degli Studi Sociali Guido Carli in Rome, with expertise in European company law and corporate governance.
Does the book include case law from the Court of Justice of the European Union?
Yes, it extensively references and analyses relevant CJEU case law, helping readers understand the judicial interpretation of EU company law provisions.
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