MYCPE ONE

Multi-Owner Business Conflicts and Representation Roles 1 Credit 1 Credit

Apr 15, 2026, 04:00 PM EDT

Multi-Owner Business Conflicts and Representation Roles 1 Credit 1 Credit

  • Shawn McBride

    | CPA(U.S) , J.D.

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    September, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Business Mgmnt and Org

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Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the importance of understanding representation roles in multi-owner businesses.
  • Identify challenges related to external advice in partnerships.
  • Analyze how disagreements affect business relationships.
  • Explain how to manage conflicts without legal advice.
  • Explore strategies to handle partner disputes effectively.

Course Overview

Multi-owner businesses face unique challenges that aren’t common in other types of organizations. One key issue is understanding who represents the business and who represents the individual partners, especially when seeking external advice. This distinction becomes especially important during disagreements, as knowing the roles of each party can be the key to resolving conflicts efficiently. In this CPE course, we’ll explore these challenges in detail, all while avoiding legal advice.

Understanding the roles and responsibilities in a multi-owner business is essential for maintaining harmony and clarity. Knowing who represents the partnership versus who represents the individual partners can prevent confusion and reduce the risk of conflicts when external guidance is sought. In this course, we will break down the common issues that arise and offer you practical tools to navigate these situations without stepping into the realm of legal advice.

Major Topics:

  • Defining Representation in Multi-Owner Businesses
  • Identifying Common Partnership Issues
  • Understanding External Advisor Roles
  • Navigating Conflicts Within Partnerships
  • Exploring Partnership Boundaries and Responsibilities

Join us to dive into a critical aspect of multi-owner businesses and gain the insights you need to manage these representation issues. Whether you're a business owner, partner, or advisor, the knowledge shared in this CPE course will equip you with the skills to handle disagreements and ensure smooth operations.

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License details Credits Status
BusIness Management & Organization for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 1 CPD Eligible
Business Management for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 1 CPE Eligible
BusIness Management & Organization for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1 CPD Eligible
BusIness Management & Organization for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1 CPD Eligible
License details Credits Status
BusIness Management & Organization for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 1 CPD Eligible
Business Management for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 1 CPE Eligible
BusIness Management & Organization for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1 CPD Eligible
BusIness Management & Organization for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1 CPD Eligible

Additional Information

Credit

1

Credit

1

Course Level

Intermediate

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Attend CPE/CPD webinar with our knowledgeable speaker Shawn

Shawn McBride | CPA(U.S) , J.D.

Officer, McBride For Business, LLC

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R. Shawn McBride is the founder of The R. Shawn McBride Law Firm, PLLC and McBride For Business, LLC, and is recognized for making business planning engaging and effective. With degrees in Accounting and Finance and having passed the CPA exam before starting his legal career, Shawn is both a practicing attorney and CPA, licensed in multiple states. Over the past 22 years, he has advised business clients on national and international transactions, combining legal experience with business acumen to help clients build a strong foundation and achieve long-term success.


Shawn is an active speaker, TEDx presenter, author, and outside advisor to growing businesses like ChekdIn. His reputation is built on practical business guidance, whether addressing conferences, delivering training, or coaching individual business owners. He helps businesses implement actionable plans for growth and legal protection, leveraging his unique dual background in law and finance.

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