VC Law: Episode 14: Delaware court cases you should know as a VC; a Discussion with Lisa Stark

Host Gary J. Ross talks with Lisa Stark, Partner in the Wilmington office of K&L Gates and a former litigator who now focuses on corporate governance, private equity and venture capital, and M&A. Gary and Lisa discuss the importance of several Delaware court cases, including In re Trados Inc. Shareholder Litigation and In re Nine Systems Corporation Shareholders Litigation. Other topics covered include the complex fiduciary duties of directors/investors within the VC context; the business judgment rule and “entire fairness” standards of review; and Lisa’s opinion on whether to include arbitration clauses in contracts.