Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing securities trading and public company requirements, particularly relevant if the company is publicly traded
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal legislation establishing enhanced corporate governance standards for public companies, including director responsibilities and accountability
Dodd-Frank Act: Federal law implementing financial regulations affecting corporate governance and board oversight responsibilities
Delaware General Corporation Law: Key corporate law framework if the company is incorporated in Delaware, governing director appointments and corporate governance
State Corporation Laws: Specific corporate laws of the state where the company is incorporated, governing director appointments and qualifications
State Business Corporation Acts: State-specific legislation governing corporate operations and director responsibilities
Articles of Incorporation: Company's founding document that may contain specific requirements for director appointments and qualifications
Corporate Bylaws: Internal company rules governing director appointments, qualifications, and procedures
Board Committee Charters: Documents outlining specific committee requirements and responsibilities for directors
Stock Exchange Requirements: NYSE or NASDAQ rules regarding director appointments and qualifications for listed companies
SEC Requirements: Federal securities regulations governing director appointments and disclosures for public companies
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific requirements affecting director appointments in regulated industries
FINRA Requirements: Financial Industry Regulatory Authority rules affecting director appointments in financial services companies
Director Independence Rules: Requirements ensuring nominee directors meet independence criteria under applicable laws and regulations
Fiduciary Duty Laws: Legal obligations of directors to act in the best interest of the company and shareholders
