Company and Commercial Solicitors

We act for businesses of every size, from sole traders starting out to established limited companies. Whatever the size of the business, our approach is the same: to understand what the client needs and to give advice that serves its commercial objectives.

Meet our commercial team

Our Expertise

We advise on all aspects of company and commercial law and draw on colleagues across the firm in related areas, including commercial property, commercial leases and commercial debt recovery.

Every business has its own pressures and priorities. We work closely with you to understand your objectives and give advice that fits the commercial realities of your business.

Starting a Business

A new business involves early decisions with lasting consequences. We can advise on:

• Choosing the right structure for your business
• Articles of association
• Registering with Companies House
• Terms and conditions
• Financing agreements

Shareholder & Partnership Agreements

Establishing the right working relationships between partners or shareholders is crucial. Our team can help define key stakeholders’ rights and responsibilities, as well as decision-making processes for day-to-day operations and strategic matters. We assist with:

• Shareholders’ agreements
• Partnership agreements
• Directors’ service agreements

Business Asset & Share Sales

When buying or selling a business, part of a business or its assets, the terms of the deal must meet both your immediate needs and your longer-term goals. We act on asset and share sales and purchases, including:

• Business asset sales & purchases
• Company share sales
• Management buy-outs and buy-ins
• Business mergers
• Selling assets of insolvent businesses

Business Exit Planning

Planning an exit well in advance helps you realise the value of the business and protect its future. We advise on exit routes including:

• Selling your company
• Passing your company on to a family member
• Negotiating a management takeover
• Closing your business

Our Company Commercial Fees

We give a realistic estimate of costs at the outset, agree a fixed fee where the work allows it, and keep you informed of costs as the matter progresses. For more information about our fees, please contact us.

Common Questions about Company Commercial Law

What does a company commercial solicitor do?

A company commercial solicitor advises on how a business is set up, owned and run: forming companies, drafting and reviewing contracts, shareholder and partnership arrangements, and buying and selling businesses.

Can a company commercial solicitor help with compliance?

Yes. We advise on the legal obligations that apply to your business, including company law requirements and the terms on which you trade, so that problems can be identified and addressed before they become disputes.

Why is it important to have a shareholders' agreement?

A shareholders' agreement sets out the rights and responsibilities of shareholders and helps to prevent disputes by setting clear expectations. It covers matters such as decision-making, the distribution of profits, and what happens if a shareholder wishes to sell their shares.

What should be included in a partnership agreement?

A partnership agreement should set out each partner's role and responsibilities, how profits and losses are shared, how decisions are made, and the procedure for resolving disputes and, if necessary, dissolving the partnership.

How can a solicitor assist in a business merger or acquisition?

A solicitor carries out legal due diligence, drafts and negotiates the sale agreement and related documents, and manages the transaction through to completion, protecting your interests throughout.

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