This session will provide an in-depth exploration of the legal doctrine of veil piercing as it applies to limited liability companies (LLCs). Attendees will examine the judicial circumstances under which courts may disregard the LLC’s separate legal identity, thereby holding individual members personally liable for the entity’s debts and obligations. The presentation will analyze factors for veil piercing and evolving trends in veil-piercing case law.
In addition to the legal theory, the session will offer practical guidance for attorneys advising LLCs and their members. Topics will include best practices for maintaining corporate formalities, managing financial separateness, and documenting business operations to reduce the risk of personal liability. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to help clients preserve the liability shield that LLCs are designed to provide.