Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing secondary trading of securities, particularly relevant for publicly traded companies, including requirements for periodic reporting and disclosure
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal legislation establishing enhanced standards for public company boards, management, and accounting firms, including requirements for internal controls and corporate governance
Securities Act 1933: Federal law regulating the offering and sale of securities, requiring registration and detailed financial disclosure
State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation, operation, and dissolution (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law, which is widely used for corporate governance)
State Business Corporation Acts: Comprehensive state legislation establishing rules for corporate formation, governance, and operations within specific states
State LLC Acts: State laws governing the formation and operation of Limited Liability Companies, including management and member rights
Articles of Incorporation: Primary governing document filed with state authorities that establishes the existence of a corporation and its basic structure
Corporate Bylaws: Internal rules governing the operation of the corporation, including procedures for meetings, voting, and corporate governance
Operating Agreement: Document outlining the financial and functional decisions of an LLC, including rules, regulations, and provisions
Shareholder Agreements: Contracts between shareholders establishing rights, obligations, and procedures for corporate governance and share transfers
Meeting Requirements: Legal requirements for conducting valid corporate meetings, including notice periods, quorum requirements, and voting thresholds
SEC Requirements: Regulations imposed by the Securities and Exchange Commission governing public company reporting, disclosure, and corporate governance
Stock Exchange Rules: Requirements imposed by stock exchanges (such as NYSE or NASDAQ) on listed companies regarding corporate governance and disclosure
