WEBINAR: Directors’ duties in the spotlight
– 19th October 2020 –
Good governance to protect you and your business
Friday 13 November, 12.30pm – 1.30pm
The webinar is free to join. Click here to register
All too often Directors find themselves facing civil or even criminal penalties for breaching their statutory duties, even when they believe they have done nothing wrong. And now, as government measures to protect businesses in the wake of the pandemic unfold, the spotlight on Directors is only likely to intensify.
Join Dr Roger Barker, IoD Director of Policy and Corporate Governance and specialist partners from regional law firm, Rix & Kay, for this webinar. Our speakers will help experienced Directors and those new to or considering a Director’s role, to fully understand their duties essential for running any organisation:
In particular, the webinar will cover:
- Director’s corporate duties and responsibilities
- Director’s personal liability for breach of duty
- Personal liability if a company becomes insolvent and why early action is imperative
- Best practice for good corporate governance
This webinar is free to join. Click here to register
About the speakers
Kathryn Paisley, partner and head of Rix & Kay’s corporate team.
Kathryn is a specialist in corporate law with particular expertise in the sale and purchase of businesses and companies.
Dan Sherlock, partner, dispute resolution team.
Dan has over 20 years of experience advising companies and directors on all aspects of commercial and contractual claims.
Richard Ludlow, partner and specialist insolvency lawyer
Having previously worked in-house for the Insolvency Service, Richard is uniquely placed to advise directors on all aspects of insolvency and disqualification.
Dr. Roger Barker, Director of Policy and Corporate Governance, IoD
Dr Barker is a regular speaker on corporate governance issues at a variety of leading universities and business schools.
