The Legal Environment of Business

Author(s): RYAN PACE

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Copyright: 2019

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Understanding the legal environment in which businesses operate is a critical component of success for all business leaders and decision-makers.

The Legal Environment of Business by Ryan H. Pace introduces fundamental legal topics relating to the U.S. Constitution, ethics, dispute resolution, crimes, torts, property, contracts, business entities, securities, agency, employment discrimination, debtor-creditor relationships, negotiable instruments, administrative process, environment, wills and trusts, insurance, and more.

In particular, The Legal Environment of Business:

  • focuses on a strong presentation of the fundamentals with manageable chapters so that students are not overwhelmed with an enormous amount of information.
  • eliminates much of the legalese that often frustrates the learning process for business students studying law for the first time.
  • includes ‘What do you think?’ questions throughout the chapters to stimulate student discussion and critical thinking.
  • contains questions for review and Internet activities at the end of each chapter.
  • offers exclusive student access to the KHQ study app.
  • includes chapter outlines and a test bank for instructors.
  • provides an affordable alternative to many other legal environment of business textbooks.

About the Author

PART I: INTRODUCTORY CONCEPTS
Chapter 1 The United States Constitution And Its Purposes
Chapter 2 The Organization Of Government

The Legislative Branch of the Federal Government
Constitutional Provision Establishing the Legislative Branch
Overview of the Legislative Process
The Executive Branch of the Federal Government
Constitutional Provision Establishing the Executive Branch
The Judicial Branch of the Federal Government
Constitutional Provision Establishing the Judicial Branch
State and Local Governments
Chapter 3 Law and Ethics
Fundamental Approaches to Ethical Decision-Making
Formalism
Consequentialism
Profits vs. Ethics
Codes of Conduct

PART II: THE CONSTITUTION AND THE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
Chapter 4 The Supremacy Clause, Commerce Clause, And Full Faith And Credit Clause

Supremacy Clause
Commerce Clause
Full Faith and Credit Clause
Chapter 5 Freedom of Speech, Freedom of the Press, Free Exercise Clause, and the Establishment Clause
Freedom of Speech
Individuals
Businesses
Unprotected Speech
Freedom of the Press
Free Exercise Clause and Establishment Clause
Free Exercise Clause
Establishment Clause
Chapter 6 Privileges and Immunities Clause, Due Process Clause, and Equal Protection Clause
Privileges and Immunities Clause
Due Process Clause
Procedural Due Process
Substantive Due Process
Equal Protection Clause
Strict Scrutiny Test
Intermediate Scrutiny Test
Rational Basis Test

PART III: METHODS OF RESOLVING DISPUTES
Chapter 7 The Litigation Process

Before the Lawsuit
Parties to the Lawsuit
Standing to Sue
Pleadings
Pretrial Motions
Discovery
The Trial
Jury Selection
Opening Statements
Presentation of Evidence and Examination of Witnesses
Closing Statements
Jury Instructions
Verdict and Judgment
Posttrial Motions
Other Issues in the Litigation Process
Burden of Proof
Enforcing a Judgment
Appeals
Chapter 8 Negotiation, Mediation, and Arbitration
Negotiation
Mediation
Arbitration

PART IV: CRIMINAL LAW
Chapter 9 Criminal Law and the Constitution

Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Chapter 10 Criminal Law and Business
Classification of Crimes
Evidence
Elements of a Crime
Rules of Evidence
Exclusionary Rule
Specific Business Crimes
Fraud
Forgery
Embezzlement
Insider Trading
Money Laundering
Bribery
Extortion
Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO)
Obstruction of Justice
Computer Crimes
Defenses

PART V: TORT LAW
Chapter 11 Intentional Torts

Elements of an Intentional Tort
Assault
Battery
False Imprisonment
Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
Trespass
Defamation
Invasion of Right to Privacy
Fraud
Interference with Business Relations
Chapter 12 Negligent and Strict Liability Torts
Negligent Torts
Elements of Negligence
Duty of Care
Breach of Duty of Care
Causation
Damages
Defenses
Strict Liability Torts
Product Liability
Ultrahazardous Activities
Defenses

PART VI: PROPERTY LAW
Chapter 13 Real Property

Ownership Interests
Fee Simple
Life Estate
Easements
Leasehold Estate
Landlord-Tenant Relationships
In General
Tenant’s General Rights and Obligations
Landlord’s Rights and Obligations
Transfer of Interests in a Lease
Limitations on Property Rights
Zoning
Eminent Domain
Restrictive Covenants
Acquiring Real Property
Transferring and Titling Real Property
Sales Contracts
Deeds
Concurrent Ownership
Chapter 14 Personal Property
Acquiring Personal Property
Purchase, Gift, and Inheritance
Finders, Keepers?
Bailments
Mutual Benefit Bailments
Bailments for the Benefit of the Bailor
Bailments for the Benefit of the Bailee
Chapter 15 Intellectual Property
Patents
Trademarks
Copyrights
Other Intellectual Property

PART VII: CONTRACT LAW
Chapter 16 Fundamentals of Contract Formation

Fundamentals of Contract Formation
Offer
Acceptance
Consideration
Capacity
Legality
Must a Contract Be in Writing?
Statute of Frauds
Exceptions to the Statute of Frauds
Parole Evidence Rule
Third Parties’ Rights
Chapter 17 Performance and Discharge
Performance
Discharge
Chapter 18 Contract Remedies
Monetary Damages
Compensatory Damages
Punitive Damages
Liquidated Damages
Restitution
Equitable Remedies
Specific Performance
Injunctions
Chapter 19 Mistakes, Misrepresentation, Duress, and Undue Influence
Mistakes
Misrepresentation
Duress and Undue Influence
Chapter 20 The Uniform Commercial Code: Scope, Contract Formation, And Performance And Breach
Scope of Article 2
Contract Formation
Offer
Acceptance
Consideration
Statute of Frauds
Missing Terms
Performance and Breach
Performance
Breach
Chapter 21 The Uniform Commercial Code: Warranties
Express Warranties
Implied Warranties
Implied Warranty of Merchantability
Implied Warranty of Fitness for a Particular Purpose
Implied Warranty of Title
Limitations on Warranties

PART VIII: BUSINESS ENTITIES
Chapter 22 Sole Proprietorships and Business Formation Issues In General

Sole Proprietorships
Formation
Management and Operation
Taxation
Owner Liability
Business Formation Issues in General
Business Name Availability
Local Business License
Employer Identification Number
Hiring Employees
Obtaining Capital
Chapter 23 Partnerships
General Partnerships
Formation
Operation
Taxation
Owner Liability
Limited Partnerships
Formation
Operation
Taxation
Owner Liability
Chapter 24 Limited Liability Companies
Formation
Operation
Taxation
Owner Liability
Chapter 25 Corporations
Formation
Operations
Taxation
Owner Liability
Chapter 26 Franchises, Joint Ventures, and Nonprofit Corporations
Franchises
Joint Ventures
Nonprofit Corporations

PART IX: SECURITIES LAW AND ACCOUNTING REGULATIONS
Chapter 27 Securities Law: Issuances of Securities

The Securities and Exchange Commission
Definition of “Security”
Registration Process
Exemptions from Registration
Exempt Transactions
Exempt Securities
Violations
State Securities Laws
Chapter 28 Securities Law: Secondary Markets
The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Insider Trading
“Pump” and “Dump” Schemes
Violations of the 1934 Act
Chapter 29 Accounting Regulation
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Creation of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
Registration of Public Accounting Firms with the PCAOB
Conflicts of Interest
Corporate Responsibility for Financial Reports
Civil Liability of Accountants
Liability to Clients
Liability to Third Parties
Criminal Liability of Accountants

PART X: AGENCY, EMPLOYMENT, AND LABOR LAW
Chapter 30 Agency

Formation of a Principal/Agent Relationship
An Agent’s Duties to the Principal
A Principal’s Duties to the Agent
An Agent’s Authority
Liability of Principal and Agent
Liability of Principal to Third Party
Liability of Principal to Agent
Liability of Agent to Third Party
Liability of Agent to Principal
Chapter 31 Employment and Labor Law
Employment Law
Minimum Wage
Overtime Pay
Child Labor
Workers’ Compensation
Workplace Safety
Health Insurance and Medical Information
Family and Medical Leave
Unemployment Compensation
Social Security
Retirement Plans
Employee Privacy
Labor Law

PART XI: EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION
Chapter 32 Employment Discrimination Based On Race, Color, National Origin, Gender, and Religion

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
What Constitutes Discrimination?
Discrimination Based on Gender
Discrimination Based on Race, Color, National Origin
Discrimination Based on Religion
Equal Pay Act
An Employer’s Defenses to Discrimination Claims
Business Necessity
Bona Fide Occupational Qualification
Seniority System
Chapter 33 Employment Discrimination Based On Age and Disability
Age Discrimination
Disability Discrimination
Employer Defenses

PART XII: RIGHTS OF CREDITORS, SECURED TRANSACTIONS, AND BANKRUPTCY LAW
Chapter 34 Rights of Creditors

Credit in General
Liens
Mortgages and Deeds of Trust
Suretyship and Guaranty
Garnishment
Chapter 35 Secured Transactions
Terminology
Perfecting a Security Interest
Foreclosing on a Security Interest
Chapter 36 Bankruptcy Law
Bankruptcy Law and the Constitution
Fundamental Terminology and Bankruptcy Procedure
The Petition
The Schedules
Exemptions
Creditors Meeting and Proofs of Claim
Chapter 7 Bankruptcies
Chapter 11 Bankruptcies
Chapter 13 Bankruptcies

PART XIII: NEGOTIABLE INSTRUMENTS AND BANKING
Chapter 37 Negotiable Instruments and Banking

What Is a Negotiable Instrument?
Checks
Terminology
Endorsements
Holder in Due Course
Unique Issues Related to Honoring Checks
Other Related Banking Issues
The Federal Reserve System
Debit Cards and Electronic Banking
Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act

PART XIV: ADMINISTRATIVE, CONSUMER, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND ANTITRUST LAW
Chapter 38 Administrative Law

Administrative Procedure Act
Freedom of Information Act
Privacy Act of 1974
Chapter 39 Consumer Protection
Advertising and Sales Practices
Deceptive Advertising
Labeling and Packaging
Door-to-Door Sales, Telemarketing, Mail Order Sales
Credit and Financial Protection
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Truth in Lending Act
Fair Credit Reporting Act
Equal Credit Opportunity Act
Electronic Funds Transfer Act
Credit Card Accountability and Disclosure Act
Health and Safety Protection
Chapter 40 Environmental Law
Environmental Protection Agency
Air Pollution
Water Pollution
Hazardous Waste and Toxic Substances
Environmental Impact Statements
Chapter 41 Antitrust Law
The Sherman Antitrust Act
Horizontal Restraints
Vertical Restraints
Monopolization
Clayton Act
Exclusive Dealing Contracts
Tying Arrangements
Price Discrimination

PART XV: INSURANCE, WILLS, AND TRUSTS
Chapter 42 Insurance

Common Insurance Terminology
Insurable Interest
Types of Insurance
Common Provisions in Insurance Policies
Chapter 43 Wills and Trusts
Wills
Requirements for a Valid Will
Amending or Revoking a Will
Dying without a Will
Trusts
Other Estate Planning Documents

PART XVI: INTERNATIONAL LAW
Chapter 44 International Law

Sources of International Law
Treaties and Multinational Agreements
International Court of Justice
The Principle of Comity
International Organizations
United Nations
World Trade Organization
Doing Business Internationally
“Choice of Law” Contract Provision
Letters of Credit
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
Quotas and Tariffs
Taxation

Appendix The Constitution of the United States
Index

RYAN PACE

Ryan H. Pace, M.Tax, J.D., LL.M., is a professor of taxation at Weber State University. He teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in taxation and business law. Mr. Pace also serves as the Director of the Master of Accounting program, the Master of Taxation program, and the Center for Tax Education & Research at Weber State. Prior to his teaching career, Mr. Pace was a full-time attorney in Arizona and Utah. Mr. Pace graduated from New York University with a Master of Laws degree in taxation after receiving his Juris Doctor with honors from Washburn University School of Law. He also received a Master of Taxation degree from Arizona State University and his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Utah. Mr. Pace has written several articles in the area of taxation and participated in many continuing education programs and academic conferences.

Understanding the legal environment in which businesses operate is a critical component of success for all business leaders and decision-makers.

The Legal Environment of Business by Ryan H. Pace introduces fundamental legal topics relating to the U.S. Constitution, ethics, dispute resolution, crimes, torts, property, contracts, business entities, securities, agency, employment discrimination, debtor-creditor relationships, negotiable instruments, administrative process, environment, wills and trusts, insurance, and more.

In particular, The Legal Environment of Business:

  • focuses on a strong presentation of the fundamentals with manageable chapters so that students are not overwhelmed with an enormous amount of information.
  • eliminates much of the legalese that often frustrates the learning process for business students studying law for the first time.
  • includes ‘What do you think?’ questions throughout the chapters to stimulate student discussion and critical thinking.
  • contains questions for review and Internet activities at the end of each chapter.
  • offers exclusive student access to the KHQ study app.
  • includes chapter outlines and a test bank for instructors.
  • provides an affordable alternative to many other legal environment of business textbooks.

About the Author

PART I: INTRODUCTORY CONCEPTS
Chapter 1 The United States Constitution And Its Purposes
Chapter 2 The Organization Of Government

The Legislative Branch of the Federal Government
Constitutional Provision Establishing the Legislative Branch
Overview of the Legislative Process
The Executive Branch of the Federal Government
Constitutional Provision Establishing the Executive Branch
The Judicial Branch of the Federal Government
Constitutional Provision Establishing the Judicial Branch
State and Local Governments
Chapter 3 Law and Ethics
Fundamental Approaches to Ethical Decision-Making
Formalism
Consequentialism
Profits vs. Ethics
Codes of Conduct

PART II: THE CONSTITUTION AND THE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
Chapter 4 The Supremacy Clause, Commerce Clause, And Full Faith And Credit Clause

Supremacy Clause
Commerce Clause
Full Faith and Credit Clause
Chapter 5 Freedom of Speech, Freedom of the Press, Free Exercise Clause, and the Establishment Clause
Freedom of Speech
Individuals
Businesses
Unprotected Speech
Freedom of the Press
Free Exercise Clause and Establishment Clause
Free Exercise Clause
Establishment Clause
Chapter 6 Privileges and Immunities Clause, Due Process Clause, and Equal Protection Clause
Privileges and Immunities Clause
Due Process Clause
Procedural Due Process
Substantive Due Process
Equal Protection Clause
Strict Scrutiny Test
Intermediate Scrutiny Test
Rational Basis Test

PART III: METHODS OF RESOLVING DISPUTES
Chapter 7 The Litigation Process

Before the Lawsuit
Parties to the Lawsuit
Standing to Sue
Pleadings
Pretrial Motions
Discovery
The Trial
Jury Selection
Opening Statements
Presentation of Evidence and Examination of Witnesses
Closing Statements
Jury Instructions
Verdict and Judgment
Posttrial Motions
Other Issues in the Litigation Process
Burden of Proof
Enforcing a Judgment
Appeals
Chapter 8 Negotiation, Mediation, and Arbitration
Negotiation
Mediation
Arbitration

PART IV: CRIMINAL LAW
Chapter 9 Criminal Law and the Constitution

Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Chapter 10 Criminal Law and Business
Classification of Crimes
Evidence
Elements of a Crime
Rules of Evidence
Exclusionary Rule
Specific Business Crimes
Fraud
Forgery
Embezzlement
Insider Trading
Money Laundering
Bribery
Extortion
Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO)
Obstruction of Justice
Computer Crimes
Defenses

PART V: TORT LAW
Chapter 11 Intentional Torts

Elements of an Intentional Tort
Assault
Battery
False Imprisonment
Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
Trespass
Defamation
Invasion of Right to Privacy
Fraud
Interference with Business Relations
Chapter 12 Negligent and Strict Liability Torts
Negligent Torts
Elements of Negligence
Duty of Care
Breach of Duty of Care
Causation
Damages
Defenses
Strict Liability Torts
Product Liability
Ultrahazardous Activities
Defenses

PART VI: PROPERTY LAW
Chapter 13 Real Property

Ownership Interests
Fee Simple
Life Estate
Easements
Leasehold Estate
Landlord-Tenant Relationships
In General
Tenant’s General Rights and Obligations
Landlord’s Rights and Obligations
Transfer of Interests in a Lease
Limitations on Property Rights
Zoning
Eminent Domain
Restrictive Covenants
Acquiring Real Property
Transferring and Titling Real Property
Sales Contracts
Deeds
Concurrent Ownership
Chapter 14 Personal Property
Acquiring Personal Property
Purchase, Gift, and Inheritance
Finders, Keepers?
Bailments
Mutual Benefit Bailments
Bailments for the Benefit of the Bailor
Bailments for the Benefit of the Bailee
Chapter 15 Intellectual Property
Patents
Trademarks
Copyrights
Other Intellectual Property

PART VII: CONTRACT LAW
Chapter 16 Fundamentals of Contract Formation

Fundamentals of Contract Formation
Offer
Acceptance
Consideration
Capacity
Legality
Must a Contract Be in Writing?
Statute of Frauds
Exceptions to the Statute of Frauds
Parole Evidence Rule
Third Parties’ Rights
Chapter 17 Performance and Discharge
Performance
Discharge
Chapter 18 Contract Remedies
Monetary Damages
Compensatory Damages
Punitive Damages
Liquidated Damages
Restitution
Equitable Remedies
Specific Performance
Injunctions
Chapter 19 Mistakes, Misrepresentation, Duress, and Undue Influence
Mistakes
Misrepresentation
Duress and Undue Influence
Chapter 20 The Uniform Commercial Code: Scope, Contract Formation, And Performance And Breach
Scope of Article 2
Contract Formation
Offer
Acceptance
Consideration
Statute of Frauds
Missing Terms
Performance and Breach
Performance
Breach
Chapter 21 The Uniform Commercial Code: Warranties
Express Warranties
Implied Warranties
Implied Warranty of Merchantability
Implied Warranty of Fitness for a Particular Purpose
Implied Warranty of Title
Limitations on Warranties

PART VIII: BUSINESS ENTITIES
Chapter 22 Sole Proprietorships and Business Formation Issues In General

Sole Proprietorships
Formation
Management and Operation
Taxation
Owner Liability
Business Formation Issues in General
Business Name Availability
Local Business License
Employer Identification Number
Hiring Employees
Obtaining Capital
Chapter 23 Partnerships
General Partnerships
Formation
Operation
Taxation
Owner Liability
Limited Partnerships
Formation
Operation
Taxation
Owner Liability
Chapter 24 Limited Liability Companies
Formation
Operation
Taxation
Owner Liability
Chapter 25 Corporations
Formation
Operations
Taxation
Owner Liability
Chapter 26 Franchises, Joint Ventures, and Nonprofit Corporations
Franchises
Joint Ventures
Nonprofit Corporations

PART IX: SECURITIES LAW AND ACCOUNTING REGULATIONS
Chapter 27 Securities Law: Issuances of Securities

The Securities and Exchange Commission
Definition of “Security”
Registration Process
Exemptions from Registration
Exempt Transactions
Exempt Securities
Violations
State Securities Laws
Chapter 28 Securities Law: Secondary Markets
The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Insider Trading
“Pump” and “Dump” Schemes
Violations of the 1934 Act
Chapter 29 Accounting Regulation
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Creation of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
Registration of Public Accounting Firms with the PCAOB
Conflicts of Interest
Corporate Responsibility for Financial Reports
Civil Liability of Accountants
Liability to Clients
Liability to Third Parties
Criminal Liability of Accountants

PART X: AGENCY, EMPLOYMENT, AND LABOR LAW
Chapter 30 Agency

Formation of a Principal/Agent Relationship
An Agent’s Duties to the Principal
A Principal’s Duties to the Agent
An Agent’s Authority
Liability of Principal and Agent
Liability of Principal to Third Party
Liability of Principal to Agent
Liability of Agent to Third Party
Liability of Agent to Principal
Chapter 31 Employment and Labor Law
Employment Law
Minimum Wage
Overtime Pay
Child Labor
Workers’ Compensation
Workplace Safety
Health Insurance and Medical Information
Family and Medical Leave
Unemployment Compensation
Social Security
Retirement Plans
Employee Privacy
Labor Law

PART XI: EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION
Chapter 32 Employment Discrimination Based On Race, Color, National Origin, Gender, and Religion

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
What Constitutes Discrimination?
Discrimination Based on Gender
Discrimination Based on Race, Color, National Origin
Discrimination Based on Religion
Equal Pay Act
An Employer’s Defenses to Discrimination Claims
Business Necessity
Bona Fide Occupational Qualification
Seniority System
Chapter 33 Employment Discrimination Based On Age and Disability
Age Discrimination
Disability Discrimination
Employer Defenses

PART XII: RIGHTS OF CREDITORS, SECURED TRANSACTIONS, AND BANKRUPTCY LAW
Chapter 34 Rights of Creditors

Credit in General
Liens
Mortgages and Deeds of Trust
Suretyship and Guaranty
Garnishment
Chapter 35 Secured Transactions
Terminology
Perfecting a Security Interest
Foreclosing on a Security Interest
Chapter 36 Bankruptcy Law
Bankruptcy Law and the Constitution
Fundamental Terminology and Bankruptcy Procedure
The Petition
The Schedules
Exemptions
Creditors Meeting and Proofs of Claim
Chapter 7 Bankruptcies
Chapter 11 Bankruptcies
Chapter 13 Bankruptcies

PART XIII: NEGOTIABLE INSTRUMENTS AND BANKING
Chapter 37 Negotiable Instruments and Banking

What Is a Negotiable Instrument?
Checks
Terminology
Endorsements
Holder in Due Course
Unique Issues Related to Honoring Checks
Other Related Banking Issues
The Federal Reserve System
Debit Cards and Electronic Banking
Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act

PART XIV: ADMINISTRATIVE, CONSUMER, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND ANTITRUST LAW
Chapter 38 Administrative Law

Administrative Procedure Act
Freedom of Information Act
Privacy Act of 1974
Chapter 39 Consumer Protection
Advertising and Sales Practices
Deceptive Advertising
Labeling and Packaging
Door-to-Door Sales, Telemarketing, Mail Order Sales
Credit and Financial Protection
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Truth in Lending Act
Fair Credit Reporting Act
Equal Credit Opportunity Act
Electronic Funds Transfer Act
Credit Card Accountability and Disclosure Act
Health and Safety Protection
Chapter 40 Environmental Law
Environmental Protection Agency
Air Pollution
Water Pollution
Hazardous Waste and Toxic Substances
Environmental Impact Statements
Chapter 41 Antitrust Law
The Sherman Antitrust Act
Horizontal Restraints
Vertical Restraints
Monopolization
Clayton Act
Exclusive Dealing Contracts
Tying Arrangements
Price Discrimination

PART XV: INSURANCE, WILLS, AND TRUSTS
Chapter 42 Insurance

Common Insurance Terminology
Insurable Interest
Types of Insurance
Common Provisions in Insurance Policies
Chapter 43 Wills and Trusts
Wills
Requirements for a Valid Will
Amending or Revoking a Will
Dying without a Will
Trusts
Other Estate Planning Documents

PART XVI: INTERNATIONAL LAW
Chapter 44 International Law

Sources of International Law
Treaties and Multinational Agreements
International Court of Justice
The Principle of Comity
International Organizations
United Nations
World Trade Organization
Doing Business Internationally
“Choice of Law” Contract Provision
Letters of Credit
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
Quotas and Tariffs
Taxation

Appendix The Constitution of the United States
Index

RYAN PACE

Ryan H. Pace, M.Tax, J.D., LL.M., is a professor of taxation at Weber State University. He teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in taxation and business law. Mr. Pace also serves as the Director of the Master of Accounting program, the Master of Taxation program, and the Center for Tax Education & Research at Weber State. Prior to his teaching career, Mr. Pace was a full-time attorney in Arizona and Utah. Mr. Pace graduated from New York University with a Master of Laws degree in taxation after receiving his Juris Doctor with honors from Washburn University School of Law. He also received a Master of Taxation degree from Arizona State University and his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Utah. Mr. Pace has written several articles in the area of taxation and participated in many continuing education programs and academic conferences.