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30 Aug 2022
A Guide to Buying a British Company
The UK is a transparent investment-friendly jurisdiction, and as such, it can be particularly appealing for overseas investments. However, this presents its own set of complications and increases the need for care and protection when buying a UK property from abroad. Under the legal principle Caveat emptor, in English law, the burden falls on the […]
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5 Jul 2022
Arbitration – How Does the Arbitrator Decide?
If you are involved in a dispute, you may have considered arbitration. Arbitration is one type of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), where the outcome of the dispute will be decided by an arbitrator. You do not need to go to court, and in some cases, you may not even need to meet the party you […]
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5 Jul 2022
IT Contract Disputes and How To Avoid Them in Your Business
IT has become a huge part of our everyday lives and business operations. As a result, IT services can be business-critical, and you must ensure that a dispute does not disrupt your IT. IT contract disputes can vary greatly, but some common issues that we see arise can often be avoided. In this article, we […]
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5 Jul 2022
Due Diligence in Mergers & Acquisitions
When a merger or acquisition (M&A) is announced, it is not always apparent just how much time and commitment was required from both companies to get the deal over the line. Corporate lawyers say M&A hard work starts with identifying the right company to explore M&A opportunities with. That is followed by due diligence to […]
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22 May 2022
Can I Bring a Defamation Case for Allegations of Fraud?
Your reputation can be one of the most valuable things that you own and is often vital to the success of your business. If a person or organisation has accused you of fraud, this may cause significant damage, and it is vital to take steps to protect your personal and professional reputation. The rise of […]
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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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3 Apr 2022
Debt Recovery Guide for Freelancers, Consultants and Sole Traders
Having a clear payment process, well-drafted contracts, and prompt invoicing is an important part of running a business, but what can you do when your clients simply won’t pay? Unpaid invoices can have a significant impact on the cash flow of your business and can prevent you from growing. Some payment issues can be so […]
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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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16 Mar 2022
Building your Board: Choosing and Hiring Directors
In your company, the board of directors plays a very important role. They are the foundation of corporate governance, they consider the strategic direction of the business, and they typically manage the day to day running of your operations. Having the right board of directors in place can make all the difference to the success […]
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