MSS 84-02
Papers of the Joint Legislative Committee to Study Revision of [New York] Corporation Laws
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Dates
- Creation: 1960's
Extent
- .7 Linear feet
Abstract
This collection contains research materials, working drafts and final reports mostly dealing with non-profit corporations.
Acquisition Information
This small collection was donated to Special Collections in 1984 by Mr. Robert S. Lesher. [There was some kind of connection with Prof. Ernest Folk].
Biographical / Historical Note
Robert S. Lesher was born in 1918, and received his law degree from Cornell University Law School in 1941. He served as chief counsel of the New York State Joint Legislative Committee to Reviese Corporation Laws, beginning in 1952 and continuing into the early 1970's. Robert Lesher died in 2000.
Scope and Content
This small collection contains Robert Lesher's work toward revising New York's corporation laws. It includes research materials, working drafts, and final reports, mostly dealing with non-profit corporations.