Business Set Up Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on business set up for uk businesses.
Franchising Pros And Cons In The UK
Franchising can look like a shortcut to growth - whether you’re thinking about buying into a proven brand or turning your own successful concept into a network. But it’s not a one-size-fits-all...
10 November 2025
Minority Shareholder Rights and Risks in the UK
If you’re growing a company with co-founders, investors or key team members, chances are you’ll soon have one or more minority shareholders on your cap table. Handled well, minority shareholdings help you...
10 November 2025
What Makes A Contract? Key Requirements In The UK
If you’re running a small business, contracts are the backbone of almost everything you do - from selling products and services to hiring staff and working with suppliers. But what actually makes...
10 November 2025
Software Licence Agreement: What To Include In The UK
If you build, sell, distribute or use software in your business, a clear Software Licence Agreement is one of the most important contracts you’ll put in place. It sets the ground rules...
10 November 2025
How To Hire a Small Business Lawyer in the UK
Whether you’re incorporating a new venture, hiring your first employee or signing a chunky supplier agreement, there will be moments where you think: “We should probably get a lawyer to look at...
10 November 2025
How To Register A Sole Trader Business Name In The UK
If you’re about to launch a small business as a sole trader, your brand name is a big deal. It’s how customers remember you, search for you, and recommend you. But UK...
10 November 2025
Loan Security Explained
Whether you’re taking on growth funding, smoothing cash flow or financing new equipment, most lenders will ask for “security” for a loan. If you’re a small business owner, it’s normal to feel...
10 November 2025
UK Trademark Classes Explained
Registering a trade mark is one of the most effective ways to protect your brand. But before you file, you’ll need to decide which “trademark class” (or classes) your application should cover....
9 November 2025
Boilerplate Contract Clauses in the UK
If you’ve ever scrolled to the end of a contract and skimmed the “standard” clauses, you’ve seen boilerplate. It’s easy to think these are just filler, but they’re often the difference between...
9 November 2025
Copyright vs Trade Mark In The UK: Which Do You Need?
Building a brand you’re proud of takes time, money and creativity. The last thing you want is a copycat piggybacking on your work - or, just as risky, an unexpected letter claiming...
9 November 2025
How to Start a Gym in the UK: Legal Steps, Licences and Contracts
Thinking about starting a gym business? The UK fitness industry is resilient, subscription-driven and full of niches - from functional training and strength gyms to boutique studios. If you’ve got a clear...
9 November 2025
How To Buy A Domino’s Franchise In The UK
Thinking about buying a Domino’s franchise in the UK? It’s a proven brand with a strong delivery model, national advertising and systems that can fast-track your growth compared to starting a pizza...
9 November 2025
Classes of Shares in UK Companies Explained
Deciding how to split ownership in your company isn’t just about “how many shares.” It’s also about which class of shares you issue and what rights sit behind each class. Get this...
9 November 2025
Can You Patent a Name in the UK? How to Protect Your Brand
If you’re building a brand, your business name is one of your most valuable assets. It’s on your shopfront, your website, your invoices - and it’s how customers recognise and recommend you....
9 November 2025
What Does Share Capital Mean?
If you’re running a limited company (or thinking about setting one up), you’ll quickly run into the term “share capital.” It sounds technical, but understanding what share capital means will help you...
9 November 2025
Company Director: Meaning, Duties and Practical Steps in the UK
If you’ve set up (or are about to set up) a limited company in the UK, you’ll quickly come across the term “director.” But what does “director of a company” actually mean...
9 November 2025
Is A Minimum Card Spend Illegal In The UK?
If you run a small shop, cafe or service business, tiny card transactions can sting once you factor in terminal rental and processing fees. It’s no surprise many owners ask: is it...
9 November 2025
Australia Company Register: Search ASIC Registry & Set Up
If you’re trading with Australian suppliers, signing a distribution deal, or exploring expansion into the Australian market, you’ll quickly hear people talk about the “Australia company register.” In practical terms, this means...
9 November 2025
Company Valuation Formula: How To Calculate It
If you’re a founder or small business owner, you’ll eventually need a clear, defensible number for the value of your company - whether you’re raising capital, granting options, buying back shares, or...
9 November 2025
Breach Of Contract Remedies In The UK
Contracts are the glue that holds your business relationships together. But even with the best intentions, deals go wrong - a supplier misses a delivery, a client refuses to pay, or a...
9 November 2025
Are Preference Shares Debt Or Equity?
If you’re exploring investment options for your company, preference shares can look like a neat middle ground between ordinary shares and a bank loan. But here’s the tricky part most founders ask...
9 November 2025
Lease Term Meaning: How Long Should a Commercial Lease Be in the UK?
Signing a commercial lease is a big moment for any small business. It often locks in your rent, location and operating costs for years-so the “lease term” you choose will shape your...
8 November 2025
Franchising Law in the UK
Thinking about turning your successful concept into a franchise, or buying into a proven brand? Franchising can be a powerful way to expand with lower capital outlay and faster market penetration. But...
8 November 2025
How To Handle A Company Director Resignation In The UK
When a director tells you they want to step down, it can feel like a lot to juggle at once - legal filings, board decisions, bank mandates, client communications and, often, tricky...
8 November 2025
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