The King's Business, Regulation and Society research group aims to bring together scholars with interest and expertise in the development of all aspects of business law, regulation and policy from a broad range of methodological approaches with the aim to understand better the relationship between business and society.

Abstract: 

This presentation, based on Professor Steinberg's recent Oxford University Press book Rethinking Securities Law, which was awarded Winner -- Best Law Book of 2021 by the American Book Fest Awards, focuses on the need to "rethink" the U.S. securities laws -- with particular emphasis on the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. In both transactional and litigation settings, with frequency, U.S. securities law mandates apply that are erratic and antithetical to sound public policy. The objective of the book is to identify the deficiencies that exist under the current regimen, address their failings, provide recommendations for rectifying these deficiencies, and set forth a thorough analysis for remediation in order to prescribe a consistent and sound securities law framework. The book has received widespread favorable reviews from both practitioners and academicians. In his presentation, Professor Steinberg will focus on several key subjects that are addressed in the book.

The speaker

Marc I. Steinberg is the Rupert and Lillian Chair in Law and Professor of Law at the Southern Methodist University (SMU) Dedman School of Law. He has received appointments at several other prominent universities, including the University of Cambridge, University of London, Sydney University, Heidelberg University, University of Hong Kong, Stockholm University, Bar Ilan University, University of Pennsylvanian, and UCLA. Professor Steinberg was an attorney for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in the SEC's Enforcement Division and its Office of General Counsel. He also has been retained as an expert witness in several high-profile cases. Professor Steinberg is viewed as the most prolific author of U.S. securities law scholarship, having authored approximately 40 books and 150 law journal articles. He is editor-in-chief of The International Lawyer and The Securities Regulation Law Journal. Professor Steinberg is a life member of the American Law Institute. His most recent book publishes by Oxford University Press Rethinking Securities Law was awarded by American Book Fest the sole Winner - Best Law Book of 2021.

This seminar will feature a presentation from Professor Steinberg, with an opportunity for questions at the end.

This is a virtual event. Attendees will be emailed the link to join ahead of time.