I frequently get questions from students for recommendations of books that will give them basics about business and finance, as well as being a transactional lawyer. Many of these students come from a non-business background and need something to get up to speed. Some of my favorite book recommendations for these students include:
I also recommend that students read general market books about business and lawyering. It gives them a feel for what the real world's like outside of textbooks. Some of my favorites are out of print, but here's a few recommendations:
And then, of course, there's my books:
