Legal Articles & Guides

Should You Download A Template Or Get A Lawyer? (2026 Updated)

When you're running a business, it's completely normal to want to move fast. You've got customers to win,...

1 Jul 2026

Hiring Remote Workers in the UK: Legal Process and Requirements

1 Jul 2026

IP Assignment for Design Deliverables in the UK

Paying for design work does not always mean your business owns it. This guide explains design deliverables IP...

1 Jul 2026

How to Draft a Scope of Work Clause for a UK Video Production Agreement

A clear scope of work clause can make or break a UK video production agreement. Here’s how to...

1 Jul 2026

IP Ownership for UK B2B Software Companies

For UK B2B software companies, IP ownership affects far more than the codebase. This guide explains who owns...

1 Jul 2026

Employee or Contractor? Legal Issues for UK Catering Marketplaces

UK catering marketplaces often sit in a grey area between contractor, worker and employee status. This guide explains...

1 Jul 2026

Do You Need A Business Sale Agreement? (2026 Updated)

Buying or selling a business is exciting - and a little nerve-wracking. On the surface, it can feel...

1 Jul 2026

What Is A Force Majeure Clause In Business Contracts? (2026 Updated)

When you're running a business, you can do everything "right" and still get hit with something completely outside...

1 Jul 2026

Why It's Important To Use An Engagement Letter With Clients (2026 Updated)

If you've ever started working with a new client and thought, "We'll sort the details as we go",...

1 Jul 2026

Distribution Agreements And Why You Need One (2026 Updated)

If you're scaling up sales through third parties, it can feel like you've hit the jackpot. Suddenly, your...

30 Jun 2026

What's The Difference Between A Joint Venture & A Partnership? (2026 Updated)

If you're teaming up with another person or business, it can feel like you've got two options: "let's...

30 Jun 2026

Intellectual Property Ownership by UK Contractors

30 Jun 2026

Contractors vs Sub-Contractors: What's The Difference? (2026 Updated)

30 Jun 2026

What Is A Deed of Guarantee & Indemnity? (2026 Updated)

If you're running a business, sooner or later you'll be asked to "give a guarantee" for something. It...

30 Jun 2026

What Is 'Permitted Use' in a Commercial Lease?

The permitted use clause in a commercial lease sets out what your business can do from the premises....

30 Jun 2026

The Importance Of Workplace Policies And Staff Handbooks (2026 Updated)

When you're busy running a business, it's easy to treat workplace policies and staff handbooks as "nice to...

30 Jun 2026

How to Start Selling Homemade Cosmetics in the UK Legally

Selling homemade cosmetics in the UK means more than making a great product. You need to sort out...

30 Jun 2026

Who Owns Creative Content and Teaching Materials in UK Childcare Centres?

Creative materials in a UK childcare centre are not always owned by the business automatically. This guide explains...

30 Jun 2026

Exclusivity Clauses in Contracts for UK Food Importers

Exclusivity clauses can protect UK food importers, but the drafting needs to cover products, territory, supply, compliance and...

30 Jun 2026

Privacy Notices for UK Boutique Hotels

A privacy notice for a UK boutique hotel needs to do more than cover website bookings. This guide...

29 Jun 2026

Supplier Agreements for Commercial Landlords in the UK

Commercial landlords often sign supplier contracts for cleaning, maintenance, security and compliance services without fully checking the legal...

29 Jun 2026

Consulting Business Legal Essentials: Contracts, IP & Client Terms for UK Businesses

Consulting projects often go wrong because scope, IP ownership and client terms are left vague. This guide covers...

28 Jun 2026

Website Terms for UK Coffee Brands Selling Online

Selling coffee online in the UK means your website terms need to cover more than a basic checkout...

28 Jun 2026

When UK Product Importers Need a Subcontractor Agreement

If your UK importing business relies on a warehouse, packing company, labelling contractor or fulfilment partner, a subcontractor...

28 Jun 2026