Commercial solutions
9 Oct 2022
Do I need a shareholders’ agreement?
A shareholder agreement is a private arrangement between shareholders of a company. Although you may never need to rely upon its terms, it is useful for those entering into business with others. Not only does an agreement give all signatories to it confidence that their investment and the wider business will be protected, it is […]
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22 May 2022
What Is a Data Protection Audit and Do You Need One?
Data protection can be complicated, but getting it wrong can have serious consequences for your business. The additional complications and sanctions as a result of GDPR, means that many businesses worry about their data protection procedures and processes, but a data protection audit can help. Typically, our team helps small to medium sized businesses to […]
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16 Mar 2022
Shareholder Decision Making: Your Questions Answered
If you are a shareholder in a private company, we understand that navigating decision making and disputes can be challenging. It may be unclear as to who is responsible for making such a decision or whether the board or the shareholders have the final say. In this article, we answer some of the most common […]
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1 Feb 2022
Quick Guide to Agency and Distribution Agreements
If you are in the business of supplying or producing goods or services, you may have considered growing your sales network. It can be challenging to market in all areas and sectors at once, particularly without the assistance of a sales team. However, an agent or a distributor can help you to sell and market […]
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15 Nov 2021
What Is the Best Way to Set Up a Business for Christmas Trading?
Are you looking to make the most of the Christmas rush by setting up a business for the festive season? You are not alone; each year, thousands of people all across the UK start Christmas side-hustles or even launch a new venture to boost sales from the outset. However, turning an idea into a properly […]
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13 Jul 2021
Ensure any strategic project is underpinned by a consultancy agreement
Organizational change is rarely easy, whether this is the implantation of a new IT system, rebranding or cultural change such as improving diversity within a workforce. It is time-consuming for senior management, requiring a diversion from ‘business as usual’ and may require skills or experience which are not available within the business. Often a consultant or […]
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5 Jul 2021
Quick Guide to UK Company Acquisitions for Overseas Buyers
If you are considering acquiring a business that operates in the UK, you will need to have a good understanding of the process. This is because the law and process may differ from your home country or the country where your business is situated. In this quick guide, we provide an overview of buying a […]
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19 Apr 2020
Commercial Contracts at the time of Coronavirus crisis
We know today that the outbreak of COVID-19 has a vast impact on international and domestic trade and services. In only five months after first case reported in Wuhan, China, in December 2019 we could observe the rapid spread of the disease around the globe. The governments decided to take emergency measures to stop the escalation of […]
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1 Aug 2019
Best or reasonable endeavours? What a difference a word makes
Once signed, a contract represents a formal record of the agreement made between you and your customer. The obligations under that agreement are often absolute, with any failure to satisfy them will be considered a breach of contract which could result in a dispute, and considerable expense. With this in mind, there may well be circumstances […]
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