Business Set Up Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on business set up for uk businesses.
Commercial Lease: What To Know Before You Sign In The UK
Finding the right premises can be a game-changer for your business. But before you sign anything, it’s important to get clear on what a “legal lease” actually involves and how to negotiate...
17 December 2025
Becoming A Franchisee In The UK: Key Legal Steps
Thinking about becoming a franchisee? It’s a smart way to start or grow a business with a proven brand, established systems and ongoing support. But a franchise is still your business –...
17 December 2025
Memorandum Of Association At Companies House Explained
Incorporating a company in the UK comes with a handful of core documents. One that often raises questions is the memorandum of association. Don’t worry - it’s much simpler than it sounds....
17 December 2025
Practical Joint Venture Examples in the UK
Thinking about teaming up with another business to win bigger contracts, share costs or launch a new product? A joint venture can be a smart, flexible way to pool resources without fully...
17 December 2025
Unilateral NDA In The UK: What It Is And When To Use It
If you’re about to share sensitive information with a supplier, developer, potential investor or freelancer, a unilateral NDA is often the quickest way to protect your business before the conversation starts. Used...
17 December 2025
Franchising Meaning And Examples
If your business model is working well and customers keep asking “when are you opening in my area?”, franchising might be on your radar. Done right, franchising can help you scale quickly...
17 December 2025
Bilateral Vs Unilateral Contracts: What’s the Difference?
If you sell products, deliver services or publish offers online, you’re entering contracts every day - often without realising it. Understanding the difference between bilateral and unilateral contracts helps you set clear...
17 December 2025
Purchase Order Documents: What They Are And How To Use Them
If you buy or sell anything in your business, you’ll run into purchase orders (POs). They look simple - a one-page document with items and prices - but they can make or...
17 December 2025
Negotiating Commercial Lease Terms in the UK
Signing a commercial lease is one of the biggest commitments many small businesses make. It affects your costs, your ability to grow, and even whether you can sell or relocate your business...
17 December 2025
How to Get a Company Registration Number in the UK
If you’re planning to set up a limited company in the UK, you’ll need a Company Registration Number (CRN). It’s the unique identifier Companies House assigns to your company on day one...
17 December 2025
Retail Franchise Law in the UK: What to Know
Thinking about getting into a retail franchise, or turning your successful shop into a franchise system? It’s a proven way to grow faster, share risk and tap into an established brand or...
17 December 2025
Capacity To Contract: What UK Businesses Need To Know
When you sign a contract, you expect it to be enforceable. But a contract is only as strong as the legal “capacity” of the person or business signing it. If the other...
16 December 2025
Company Privacy Policy In The UK: What To Include
If your business collects any personal information - from website visitors, customers, employees or suppliers - you need a clear, compliant company privacy policy. It’s not just a box‑ticking exercise. The right...
16 December 2025
How To Set Up And Grow A Franchise Company In The UK
Thinking about turning your proven business model into a franchise company? Franchising can be a powerful way to expand across the UK without opening and operating every site yourself. That said, franchising...
16 December 2025
Understanding Share Classes in the UK
If you’re building a company in the UK, you don’t have to stick to one-size-fits-all shares. Different “share classes” let you tailor voting, dividends and exit rights to fit your goals -...
16 December 2025
The Role of Shareholders in UK Companies
If you’ve set up (or are about to set up) a limited company, you’ll quickly come across questions about shareholders - who they are, what they can decide, and how they fit...
16 December 2025
How To Trademark Your Name In The UK
Your brand name is often the first thing customers remember. If you’ve put time and money into building it, protecting it is a smart move. Registering a trade mark turns your name...
16 December 2025
Holding Company vs Parent Company: What’s the Difference?
Thinking about building a group structure for your growing business? You’ve likely heard the terms “holding company” and “parent company” used interchangeably. In UK law, they’re closely related - but they’re not...
16 December 2025
Resolution To Adopt Articles Of Association In The UK
Thinking about updating or fully replacing your company’s Articles of Association? You’re not alone. As your business evolves - new investors, different share classes, or simply a need to tighten governance -...
15 December 2025
How to Own a Franchise in the UK: Legal Essentials
Thinking about owning a franchise? It’s a proven way to run your own business with an established brand, systems and support behind you. That said, franchising isn’t “plug‑and‑play” - you’re still taking...
15 December 2025
10 Legal Disputes Draining SME Time and Money (and How to Avoid Them)
Running a business means things will go wrong. Late invoices, tricky customers, team dramas - some days it feels like your whole job is putting out fires. Most founders accept that as...
15 December 2025
Types Of Franchise Models: Which Structure Suits Your Business?
Thinking about franchising your brand? Franchising can be a smart, capital‑efficient way to scale across the UK without opening every site yourself. But not all franchise models are created equal - and...
15 December 2025
Car Dealership Franchise Law in the UK
Thinking about launching a car dealership franchise? It’s an appealing route into the motor trade because you get a recognised marque, established processes and support, plus access to manufacturer supply. The flip...
15 December 2025
UK Board Meeting Requirements: What Directors Need To Know
Running board meetings might not be the flashiest part of your business, but it’s where key decisions get made and recorded. If you’re a director of a UK private company, getting your...
15 December 2025
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