Using cases studies, this course examines the tax and non-tax issues faced by family businesses as they grow, and the problems that arise in attempting to transfer active management and equity ownership to the next generation. Emphasis is placed on the role of the attorney advisor in anticipating conflict and helping to manage change.

This upper-level substantive course examines the legal and business issues that arise the context of family business ownership and operation.

Open to Tax LL.M. students only.

2 Credits