Minority Rights in Partnerships and LLCs: Safeguarding Clients Against Oppression, Buyouts, and Litigation Risks

Ross Pitcoff
Ross Pitcoff | Pitcoff Law Group PC

Ross Pitcoff is a highly skilled business and commercial litigator with over a decade of experience. Renowned for his strong courtroom presence and ability to simplify even the most intricate legal scenarios, Ross is dedicated to securing favorable outcomes for his clients.

Live Video-Broadcast: October 22, 2025

2 hour CLE

Tuition: $195.00
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Program Summary

As business partnerships grow and evolve, disputes between majority and minority owners can become legally and financially complex. This CLE explores the key legal protections afforded to minority interest holders within partnerships and closely held businesses. Attorneys advising either minority partners or majority stakeholders must understand how fiduciary duties, operating agreements, and state-specific statutory rights interact to shape the power dynamics and resolution options available. The program will cover typical forms of minority oppression, valuation disputes in forced exits or buyouts, and procedural remedies including derivative actions, judicial dissolution, and equitable relief. Emphasis will be placed on how to proactively structure partnership agreements to avoid common pitfalls and ensure enforceable dispute resolution mechanisms. Attendees will leave equipped to identify legal red flags, represent minority clients in contentious situations, and implement preventative strategies that withstand judicial scrutiny.

Key topics to be discussed:

  • Legal protections for minority owners in partnerships and LLCs
  • Identifying and litigating minority oppression claims
  • Valuation disputes and buyout rights
  • Derivative actions, injunctions and judicial remedies
  • Drafting and negotiating protective partnership agreements
  • Strategic risk management for majority stakeholders

This course is co-sponsored with myLawCLE.

Date / Time: October 22, 2025

  • 2:00 pm – 4:10 pm Eastern
  • 1:00 pm – 3:10 pm Central
  • 12:00 pm – 2:10 pm Mountain
  • 11:00 am – 1:10 pm Pacific

Closed-captioning available

Speakers

Ross Pitcoff | Pitcoff Law Group PC

Ross Pitcoff is a highly skilled business and commercial litigator with over a decade of experience.

Renowned for his strong courtroom presence and ability to simplify even the most intricate legal scenarios, Ross is dedicated to securing favorable outcomes for his clients.

Moreover, his strategic approach, combined with unwavering advocacy, ensures that clients receive exceptional representation tailored to their unique legal challenges. In addition, his commitment to client success consistently drives results.

Consequently, clients benefit from a legal partner who is both effective and compassionate. Not only does Ross focus on achieving results, but he also prioritizes open communication, allowing clients to feel informed and confident at every stage.

Ross’s legal career is distinguished by his focus on complex business disputes. Specifically, his practice areas include business divorce, partnership disputes, breach of contract, fraud, and alternative dispute resolution. Notably, he is admitted to practice in both the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, which allows him to navigate local and federal courts with ease. Furthermore, as a graduate of the prestigious Fordham University School of Law, Ross applies his legal acumen to consistently deliver favorable outcomes in high-stakes cases. As a result, clients benefit from his ability to break down complex legal issues, ensuring they approach their cases with clarity and confidence.

Additionally, his proactive communication keeps clients informed at every stage, allowing them to make well-informed decisions throughout the legal process. Therefore, clients not only gain a legal advocate but also a strategic partner who anticipates potential challenges and prepares accordingly. For this reason, many clients return to Ross for ongoing counsel, knowing they are in capable hands.

Ross’s commitment to client success extends far beyond the courtroom. In addition to litigation, he provides comprehensive legal counsel to businesses at every stage of growth. Whether clients need assistance with entity structuring, drafting shareholder or operating agreements, overseeing business acquisitions, conducting internal investigations, or negotiating and reviewing contracts, Ross offers tailored solutions to address their unique needs.

Consequently, clients benefit from his holistic approach, which not only helps prevent potential legal challenges but also addresses disputes proactively and efficiently. Furthermore, his transparent communication ensures clients remain well-informed throughout the legal process. By fostering open dialogue and maintaining clear expectations, Ross creates an environment where clients feel confident and supported.

Agenda

I. Legal protections for minority owners in partnerships and LLCs | 2:00pm – 2:20pm

II. Identifying and litigating minority oppression claims | 2:20pm – 2:40pm

III. Valuation disputes and buyout rights | 2:40pm – 3:00pm

Break | 3:00pm – 3:10pm

IV. Derivative actions, injunctions and judicial remedies | 3:10pm – 3:30pm

V. Drafting and negotiating protective partnership agreements | 3:30pm – 3:50pm

VI. Strategic risk management for majority stakeholders | 3:50pm – 4:10pm

Credits

Alaska

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through Alaska’s recognition of multi-jurisdictional reciprocity.
Alabama

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Arkansas

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Arizona

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

California

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Colorado

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Connecticut

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

District of Columbia

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)

Delaware

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Florida

Approved via Attorney Submission
2.5 General Hours

Receive CLE credit in Florida via attorney submission.
Georgia

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Hawaii

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Iowa

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Idaho

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Illinois

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Indiana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Kansas

Pending CLE Approval
2 Substantive

Kentucky

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Louisiana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Massachusetts

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)

Maryland

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)

Maine

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Michigan

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)

Minnesota

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Missouri

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Mississippi

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Montana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

North Carolina

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

North Dakota

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through North Dakota’s recognition of multi-jurisdictional reciprocity. Section 1, Policy 1.14
Nebraska

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

myLawCLE reports attendance to Nebraska on each attorney’s behalf for all programs. Please do not self-report.
New Hampshire

Approved for CLE Credits
120 General minutes

As of July 1, 2014, the NHMCLE Board no longer provides pre- or post-approval of courses. Attendees must self-determine whether a program is eligible for credit, and self-report their attendance online at www.nhbar.org, based on qualification provisions of Rule 53.
New Jersey

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through New Jersey’s recognition of multi-jurisdictional reciprocity, except for the courses required under BCLE Reg. 201:2
New Mexico

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Nevada

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

New York

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through New York’s Approved Jurisdiction Group “B”.
Ohio

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Oklahoma

Pending CLE Approval
2.5 General

Oregon

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Pennsylvania

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Rhode Island

Pending CLE Approval
2.5 General

South Carolina

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

South Dakota

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)

Tennessee

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Texas

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Utah

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Virginia

Not Eligible
2 General Hours

Vermont

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Washington

Approved via Attorney Submission
2 Law & Legal Hours

Receive CLE credit in Washington via attorney submission.
Wisconsin

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

West Virginia

Pending CLE Approval
2.4 General

Wyoming

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

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