George Schoen Authors Chapter on Dual‑Class Share Structures for The International Comparative Legal Guide to Corporate Governance 2019

Cravath partner George F. Schoen authored a chapter entitled “Dual‑Class Share Structures in the United States” in The International Comparative Legal Guide to Corporate Governance 2019, which provides cross‑border insight on corporate governance and is published by Global Legal Group. The chapter examines both sides of the debate surrounding whether dual‑class share structures in the United States can be beneficial for companies and investors, which has been reignited by prominent technology companies’ recent IPOs. George provides a historical overview and review of the current landscape, and explore policy proposals put forth by corporate governance professionals regarding dual‑class share structures.

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