The Principles of Family Business Law

Name: The Principles of Family Business Law
Brand: Cambridge University Press
SKU: 9781009354561
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Author: Benjamin Means
ISBN: 9781009354561

By Benjamin Means

Cambridge University Press January 2026

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ISBN-13: 9781009354561
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication: January 2026
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Countri(es) for reference only

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The Principles of Family Business Law offers an accessible approach to legal issues that shape family businesses. Drawing on years of research, the book introduces three principles – intimacy, integration, and inheritance – that explain why family businesses are distinctive and how, with proper guidance, they can thrive. The book examines recurring problems such as role conflicts among family members, succession planning obstacles, and ownership disputes. Vivid case studies illustrate how legal rules interact with family dynamics in practice.

Designed for scholars, students, lawyers, and business advisors, the book integrates insights from corporate law, family law, and estate planning, while remaining readable and grounded in real-world concerns. Whether used in the classroom or in practice, it provides essential tools for navigating the complex interplay of law and family business. By supporting the resilience of family businesses, the book affirms the family and community values they help to sustain.

Introduction

Part I. Theory:

1. Why corporate law excludes family relationships

2. Distinctive features of family businesses

3. Integrating family and business values

Part II. Application:

4. Marriage

5. Employment

6. Succession

Part III. Legal Frameworks:

7. Improving corporate governance

8. Dispute resolution

Part IV. Societal Impact:

9. Stewardship

10. Wealth inequality

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