Explaining clearly the law and current practice of private equity transactions, this new edition of Private Equity: Law and Practice offers advice and information relevant to private equity investors, companies seeking funds, those financing deals and managers wishing to buy out a company.

Covering the major legal and business aspects of funding via private equity, this accessible guide provides all the practical legal and commercial information needed in this area.

1. Looks at every part of the transaction, including raising private equity, managing the transaction, and restructuring the company
2. Explains the legal regulations for tax relief and share capital
3. Covers due diligence and issues relating to directors and employers
4. Gives an international perspective on private equity including coverage of France, Italy, Spain and Hong Kong
5. Deals with private equity in public to private transactions
6. Features new chapters on leadership/ development of management and on acquisition finance
7. Provides checklists for all legal and business aspects of private equity
8. Includes a glossary of private equity terms and a full listing of BVCA members