ASSIGNMENT QUESTION
Adam and Anna are directors of Alpha Ltd, a construction company. Linda is a majority shareholder of Alpha Ltd but she is not a director of the company.
Adam and Anna have been trying to secure a contract for the redevelopment of a business centre in London. Linda, however, does not support the project and she sends a letter to the other shareholders to express her concerns about the possible risks of the operation.
As a result, Adam and Anna feel that they have not the support of the shareholders and they decide to resign from Alpha Ltd. After their resignation, Alpha Ltd decides not to continue the negotiations for the redevelopment project.
Six months later, Adam and Anna incorporate their own company (Beta Ltd) and, in turn, conclude a contract for the redevelopment of the northern part of the business centre. The contract is estimated to be worth £ 5 Million.
When Linda finds out the estimated worth of the contract, she plans to take legal action against Adam and Anna.
1. General info on companies and their structure (e.g. the process of incorporation) Discuss the Constitution of the company Consider the different types of resolutions (i.e. ordinary and special)
Explain that The directors are the primary power wielding organ of a company
Explain that Unsatisfied shareholders can act to remove the board under s. 168 CA 2006 (resolution passed by simple majority s. 282(1).
2. Discuss the role of directors in a company (e.g. as agents) and their relationship with both the company and shareholders.
3. Consider the fiduciary relationship and the duties attached to it (ss-170-177 CA 2006)
4. You may also focus on elements of corporate governance (e.g. s 172)
5. Consider the scope of s 175 with particular focus on the corporate opportunity doctrine.
6. For instance, you will need to consider relevant case applicable to your scenario.
