Practice area
Business & Corporate Law
We act for owner-managed and SME businesses on the full range of corporate and commercial work — from incorporation and shareholder agreements through to commercial contracts, fundraising and exit.
On structuring we advise on incorporation, shareholder and partnership agreements, corporate governance and group reorganisations.
On commercial contracts we draft and negotiate terms of business, supply, distribution, agency, franchise, IP licensing and joint venture agreements.
On transactions we handle share and asset sales and acquisitions, MBOs, fundraising rounds and the related due diligence, warranties and disclosure work.
How we can help
- Company incorporation & structuring
- Shareholder & partnership agreements
- Terms of business & commercial contracts
- Distribution, agency & franchise
- Share & asset sales and acquisitions
- Management buyouts & buy-ins
- Fundraising & investment rounds
- Group reorganisations
Our process
- 1
Initial consultation
Confidential discussion of your matter, the documents available and any time-critical deadlines that apply.
- 2
Strategy & costs
A clear written assessment of your options, realistic prospects and a stage-by-stage costs estimate so you can decide how to proceed.
- 3
Active progression
We carry out the agreed work — drafting, correspondence, negotiation or court proceedings — keeping you fully informed at each stage.
- 4
Resolution
We secure the best available outcome and advise on any next steps, enforcement or follow-on work required.
Discuss your matter in confidence
Every case starts with a conversation. Speak directly with one of our solicitors and we will explain the options available to you.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a shareholder agreement?
- If your company has more than one shareholder it is strongly advisable. The agreement governs decision-making, exit, dispute resolution and protections that the model articles do not cover.
- Can you support a business sale or acquisition?
- Yes — we run share and asset transactions from heads of terms through to completion, working alongside accountants and tax advisers.
- Do you offer fixed fees?
- Yes, for defined work such as incorporations, shareholder agreements and standard contract suites. Larger transactions are estimated stage-by-stage.
Have a different question? Contact our team for confidential advice tailored to your circumstances.
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