Business Set Up Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on business set up for uk businesses.
LTIP Vs EMI Options For Growing UK Companies
Choosing between an LTIP and EMI options can feel technical, but the right structure can help you hire and retain key people without giving away control too early.
11 November 2026
Commercial Lease Terms For Dog Daycare Centres
Leasing premises for a dog daycare? Here's what to check before you sign, from permitted use and outdoor areas to noise, waste, licences and insurance.
11 November 2026
Direct Transfer Agreement Template: What To Include
Transferring business assets can feel simple until contracts, IP and liabilities get involved. Here's what to include in a direct transfer agreement.
11 November 2026
Gardening Business Contract Template: What To Include
Need client terms for your gardening or landscaping work? Here is what to include for scope, access, weather delays, materials, cancellations and payment.
11 November 2026
Do I Need Commercial Law Solicitors For Supplier Terms?
About to sign supplier terms? Here is when legal review is worth it, which clauses to check, and how to avoid hidden commitments in the contract.
11 November 2026
Do I Need A Company Lawyer For A Founder Dispute?
Founder disagreements can move quickly. Here is what to check before escalating, from your shareholders agreement and filings to director duties and IP.
10 November 2026
How Much Does A Contract Lawyer Cost?
Need a contract drafted or reviewed but not sure what it should cost? Here is how pricing works, what affects the quote and how to keep legal costs under control.
10 November 2026
Stock Transfer Form Template: What Founders Must Check
Using a stock transfer form template? Make sure the share transfer is properly approved, stamped and recorded before you update your company records.
9 November 2026
Board Minutes Template For Approving A Share Transfer
Approving a share transfer? Here is what your board minutes should cover, plus the stock transfer form, register and Companies House steps to get right.
8 November 2026
Do I Need A Solicitor To Buy Out A Co-Founder?
Buying out a co-founder? Here's how to connect the share transfer, Companies House steps, director resignation, IP ownership and settlement terms.
8 November 2026
Credit Terms Template For Wholesale Customers
Offering wholesale customers time to pay can help you grow, but it needs clear rules. Here is what to include in credit terms that protect your cash flow.
6 November 2026
Company Set Up Solicitor: What Do They Actually Do?
Setting up a company is more than getting a Companies House number. Here's what a company set up solicitor actually helps with, from shares to founder protections.
6 November 2026
Do I Need A Solicitor To Register A Company?
You can often register a company yourself, but the share structure, articles and founder documents may need more care. Here's when legal help makes sense.
6 November 2026
Can I Use A Contract Template Without A Lawyer?
Found a contract template and wondering if you can use it as-is? Here is how to spot the clauses that need tailoring before you rely on it for your business.
6 November 2026
How To Avoid CV Fraud (2026 Updated)
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1 November 2026
What Is Share Vesting And What Kind Of Contract Do You Need? (2026 Updated)
If you're building a startup, bringing on a co-founder, or hiring key people early, you'll probably hear the word "vesting" sooner rather than later. Share vesting is one of those concepts that...
1 November 2026What Is An Email Disclaimer? (2026 Updated)
You've probably seen them at the bottom of an email - a block of text about confidentiality, viruses, "views are my own", and a warning that the message isn't a contract. If...
31 October 2026
Getting Serious About Your Side Hustle? Don't Forget Your Legals (2026 Updated)
You start with a "small thing" on the side. A few weekend clients. A bit of Etsy income. Some consulting after work. Maybe a subscription idea you're testing with friends. Then suddenly,...
31 October 2026
How To Start A Tour Guide Business In 2026?
Starting a tour guide business in 2026 can be a genuinely exciting way to turn local knowledge (or a niche obsession) into a real income stream. Whether you're planning walking tours, food...
31 October 2026
3 Things To Consider If You Want To Make Money From Social Media (2026 Updated)
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31 October 2026Shareholders Agreement For Married Business Partners
Running a company with your spouse can work beautifully, but it helps to plan for the hard moments. Here is how a shareholders agreement can protect your business.
31 October 2026
Social Enterprise Legal Structure: CIC Or Company?
Choosing between a CIC, charity or limited company can shape your funding, control and profit options. Here is how to pick the right route for your social enterprise.
30 October 2026
Do I Need A Lawyer To Sell Shares In My Company?
Selling shares in your company does not have to be overwhelming. Here is what to check, what documents you need and when legal help is worth it.
30 October 2026
Articles Of Association Review Before Investment
Taking investment? Your articles need to match the deal. Here's what investors look for and when you may need to amend your company rules.
30 October 2026
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