Preview Questions General Counsel | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: How does "corporate governance" intersect with legal risk management?

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Corporate governance is mainly concerned with tax strategies and does not involve legal risk or compliance

Corporate governance focuses only on shareholder relations and does not address legal risks associated with operations

Corporate governance is irrelevant to legal risk management as it only applies to decision-making processes

Corporate governance frameworks provide the structure for overseeing the company's legal and regulatory compliance, helping mitigate risks

Question 2: What is the purpose of implementing a "legal audit" in managing legal risks?

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A legal audit is focused solely on reviewing the internal legal team's performance

A legal audit is used exclusively for reviewing tax obligations

A legal audit is a process used to assess a company's marketing strategy

A legal audit helps identify and assess legal risks in business operations, contracts, and compliance practices

Question 3: How does the "performance standards" clause affect a party's obligations in a contract?

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It removes all obligations from one party if the other party performs poorly

It sets specific expectations and benchmarks for the party's performance, ensuring compliance with the contract terms

It automatically terminates the contract if one party fails to meet performance standards

It guarantees payment to one party regardless of the performance of the other party

Question 4: What are the implications of a breach of fiduciary duty by a board member, and what should a General Counsel do to protect the company's interests?

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The breach is only relevant if it leads to financial losses

Fiduciary breaches are only applicable if the board member is caught in the act

The General Counsel must investigate the breach, advise on corrective actions, and ensure the company complies with all regulatory requirements

The General Counsel should avoid reporting the breach if the board member has resigned

Question 5: What is a "hostile takeover" in the context of corporate law?

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A hostile takeover occurs when one company attempts to acquire another company without the consent of the target company's board

A hostile takeover is a friendly transaction where both companies collaborate

A hostile takeover happens only when a company is struggling financially

A hostile takeover involves mutual agreement between both companies

Question 6: What does the "governing law" clause specify in a contract?

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It determines the term length of the agreement

It dictates which jurisdiction's laws will govern the interpretation and enforcement of the contract

It specifies the language in which the contract must be written

It outlines the payment schedule for the contract's terms