The subject of this course is government regulation of banks, with a particular focus on federal regulation of banking activities and the financial service activities of banks. This course puts into context the important role played by North Carolina-based financial institutions in the financial services industry. North Carolina is the home to more banking assets than any state other than New York. The course also demonstrates how various legal disciplines impact upon a single industry.
The course covers the legal structure of the financial services industry (particularly banking), and the formation and expansion of banks and financial holding companies. Specific topics include:syndicated lending, securitization of bank loans, the federal funds market, repurchase agreements, letters of credit, derivatives, merchant banking, and securities and insurance (brokerage and underwriting) by banking institutions.
Practicing attorneys are invited to present guest lectures on aspects of their practice related to the course through the Center for Banking and Finance's Practitioners in Residence program. Students are also invited to meet with the visiting practitioners for lunch (funded by the Center for Banking and Finance).