Beneficial Ownership and Legal Responsibility 1st Edition

Grabbing the attention of legal professionals and compliance officers alike, Beneficial Ownership and Legal Responsibility, 1st Edition by Paul Beckett is a definitive guide to the complex intersection of ownership transparency and accountability in modern corporate practice.

This authoritative volume unpacks core concepts—who really owns a company, how the law allocates responsibility, and why clarity matters for governance, tax, and anti-money‑laundering efforts. Drawing on comparative analysis of the UK, EU, US and common-law jurisdictions, Beckett combines rigorous legal reasoning with real-world examples to make difficult doctrine accessible and actionable.

Readers will find clear explanations of statutory regimes, landmark case law, regulatory trends, and the practical implications for directors, corporate secretaries, banks, and compliance teams. The book emphasises risk assessment, due diligence best practices, and procedural steps organisations can adopt to reduce exposure and meet evolving disclosure obligations.

Whether you are a solicitor advising corporate clients, an in‑house counsel shaping policy, a financial institution strengthening KYC controls, or a law student seeking a contemporary roadmap, this edition equips you with the knowledge to identify beneficial owners, allocate legal responsibility, and navigate international compliance challenges with confidence.

Concise yet comprehensive, Beneficial Ownership and Legal Responsibility, 1st Edition is the resource professionals turn to for clarity, practical guidance and strategic insight—order your copy today to stay ahead in the rapidly changing world of corporate transparency and legal accountability.

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