The decision to go public is difficult and requires careful consideration. Public offerings also require a high level of skill and experience from legal counsel. This program serves as an overview and guide to this formal and expensive process. Youll learn the regulatory framework for public offerings, considerations in selecting public financing, the advantages and disadvantages of public company status, disclosure requirements, and other legal obligations associated with going public. Youll also understand the importance of helping clients adhere to the guidelines of the Securities Exchange Commission with respect to disclosure and protection of shareholder rights.
As a result of this program, you will understand:
- Regulatory framework for public offerings and companies
- Considerations in selecting public financing
- Advantages and disadvantages of public company status
- Disclosure requirements
- Underwriting and distribution arrangements
- Exchange listings
- Secondary trading and public company status
Program materials include:
- Timetable for IPO
- Letter of Intent for Underwritten Public Offering
- Underwriting Agreement
- Directors, Officers and Principal Shareholders Questionnaire
This program is included in the following series:
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