Contracts Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on contracts for uk businesses.
What Employers Can (and Can’t) Say in UK Employment Reference Letters
If you run a small business, there’s a good chance you’ll be asked to provide an employment reference letter at some point - whether it’s for a current team member moving on,...
14 February 2026
Startup Advisors In the UK: Roles, When To Hire, Key Legal Documents
Hiring a startup advisor can feel like a “later” problem when you’re busy building product, chasing customers and trying to keep burn rate under control. But in reality, bringing the right advisor...
14 February 2026
UK Notice Period Calculator: Employer And Employee Notice Requirements
If you run a small business, giving (or receiving) notice is one of those things that feels simple - until it isn’t. You might be dealing with a resignation you didn’t expect,...
14 February 2026
Board Resolution Template: How To Write And Use One For Your Company
If you run a limited company, you’ll eventually hit decisions that are worth documenting properly - even if you’re a small team, even if you’re the only director. That’s where a board...
14 February 2026Parent Company Meaning: How It Works And Key Legal Considerations
If you’re growing your business, launching a new brand, or thinking about buying another company, you might start hearing the term “parent company” a lot. And it’s not just corporate jargon. Understanding...
14 February 2026
Restrictive Covenants in UK Employment Contracts: Enforceability
Hiring great people is one of the best investments you can make as a small business. But if a key employee leaves and immediately takes your customers, your staff, or your trade...
14 February 2026
Fiduciary Relationship Meaning: Duties, Examples And Risks
If you run a business, you’re probably used to wearing a lot of hats - director, manager, negotiator, problem-solver. But one “hat” that catches a lot of business owners off guard is...
13 February 2026
How To Start A Marketing Agency In the UK: Legal Setup Essentials
Starting a marketing agency can be an exciting way to turn your skills (and your network) into a scalable business. Whether you’re offering social media management, paid ads, SEO, content production, brand...
13 February 2026
Consequential Loss: Meaning And Exclusion Clauses For UK Businesses
If you run a small business, there’s a good chance you’ve seen (or been asked to accept) a clause that says something like: “Neither party will be liable for any consequential loss.”...
13 February 2026
UK Design Rights: What They Protect And How To Secure Them
If you run a product-based business (or even a service business with a strong visual brand), your designs can quickly become one of your most valuable assets. But here’s the catch: if...
13 February 2026
How To Set Up A UK Subsidiary: Legal Steps And Key Documents
Expanding into the UK can be an exciting growth move - new customers, new talent, and a new base for international operations. But if you’re doing it through a UK subsidiary, you’ll...
13 February 2026
Sell-and-Leaseback Agreements: How UK Businesses Can Do It Safely
If you’re a small business owner, cash flow can feel like a constant balancing act. You might have valuable assets tied up in your business (like premises, machinery, vehicles, or specialist equipment),...
13 February 2026
When To Hire A Lawyer For Your Small Business In The UK (And How To Choose One)
Running a small business means you’re making decisions every day that affect your cashflow, your reputation, and your risk. Some of those decisions are “business as usual” (pricing, marketing, hiring, suppliers). But...
13 February 2026
Auto-Renewal Clauses in UK Business Contracts: Meaning and Management
Auto-renew clauses can be a real “set and forget” feature in business contracts - until they aren’t. If you’ve ever been surprised by a renewal invoice, missed a narrow cancellation window, or...
13 February 2026
UK Statutory Interest Calculator: Calculate Late Payment Interest & Claim It
Chasing late invoices is frustrating at the best of times. It’s even worse when a customer drags things out for weeks (or months), and you’re the one carrying the cashflow hit. The...
13 February 2026What Is A Credit Facility? Key Legal Terms Explained
If you’re running (or growing) a small business, cash flow rarely moves in a perfect straight line. You might have a busy season coming up, a big customer who pays on 60-day...
13 February 2026
SAFE Agreement UK: What Is a Simple Agreement for Future Equity?
If you’re raising funds for your startup, you’ve probably heard investors ask whether you can do it “on a SAFE”. A SAFE (short for Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is popular because...
13 February 2026
Bounce Back Loan Repayments: Fraud Checks And Company Duties
If you took out a Bounce Back Loan during the pandemic, you’re not alone. For many UK SMEs, it was a genuine lifeline at a time when cashflow was unpredictable and trading...
13 February 2026Defective Products In the UK: Liability For Faulty Goods
When you’re running a small business, few things derail your week faster than a customer saying a product is unsafe, broken, or “not what I paid for”. Even if you didn’t manufacture...
13 February 2026Collaboration Agreement in the UK: What It Is, When You Need It & Key Clauses
Collaborations can be a brilliant way to grow your small business. You might team up with another brand for a joint campaign, co-create a product, share leads, or run an event together....
13 February 2026Law Firm vs Lawyer: Choosing the Right Legal Support for Your Business
If you’re running a small business, legal help usually isn’t something you think about every day - until you’re about to sign a big contract, hire your first employee, take on an...
13 February 2026
Contract Novation: Meaning, When To Use It, And How It Works
If your business is growing, restructuring, or simply changing how it works with suppliers and customers, you’ll eventually run into a situation where a contract needs to “move” from one party to...
12 February 2026Acquisition Due Diligence Explained: Checklist For Business Buyers In The UK
Buying a business can be an exciting shortcut to growth. Instead of building everything from scratch, you’re buying customers, revenue, staff, systems, IP, and momentum. But here’s the catch: you’re also buying...
12 February 2026Commercial Landlord Guide: Lease Terms, Obligations And Risks For UK Businesses
Signing a commercial lease can feel like a “tick-the-box” step on the way to opening your doors. But in practice, your relationship with a commercial landlord can shape everything from your cashflow...
12 February 2026
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