Contracts Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on contracts for uk businesses.
Development Agreements: Key Clauses And Common Pitfalls
If you’re building software, launching a new product, or partnering with another business to bring an idea to life, a development agreement is often the contract that holds the whole project together....
3 March 2026
UK Employees Working Abroad: Legal And HR Considerations For Employers
If you run a small business, you’ve probably had the “Can I work from abroad for a bit?” conversation at least once. Maybe a key team member wants to spend a month...
3 March 2026
When Do You Need An Independent Witness For Contracts And Signatures?
If you’re running a small business, there’s a good chance you’ve been told at some point that a document “needs to be witnessed”. Sometimes that’s true. Sometimes it’s not strictly required, but...
3 March 2026
Consumer Contract Cancellation: UK Business Obligations And Consumer Rights
If you sell to consumers in the UK (whether online, in-store, or both), cancellations are part of running a healthy business. Most customers won’t cancel. But when they do, the way you...
3 March 2026
Legal Considerations Before Investing In a Franchise In the UK
A franchise investment can feel like the best of both worlds: you’re buying into an established brand and operating model, but you still get to run your own business. But “less risk...
3 March 2026
What Is A Stock Transfer Form?
If you’re running a UK limited company, sooner or later someone will ask to buy shares, sell shares, gift shares, or bring in a new investor. That’s when you’ll usually come across...
3 March 2026
CSR Practices For UK SMEs: Policies, Contracts And Compliance
If you run a small business, “doing the right thing” is usually already part of how you operate. You know your customers, you know your team, and you know your reputation matters....
3 March 2026
Who Owns Software IP And How To Protect Your Code
If your business relies on software (an app, a website platform, an internal tool, or even a set of scripts that automate your operations), the intellectual property in that software can quickly...
3 March 2026
How To Pay Self-Employed Staff In the UK: Legal Essentials
Hiring self-employed contractors can be a smart way to keep your business agile, manage costs, and access specialist skills without committing to a permanent hire. But when it comes to paying self-employed...
3 March 2026
Distribution Contracts: Key Clauses UK SMEs Must Get Right
If you’re a growing UK business, a strong distribution contract can be the difference between smooth scaling and messy disputes. Maybe you’ve found a distributor who can get your products into retailers,...
3 March 2026
Enhanced Redundancy Pay: Calculating Extra Compensation in the UK
Redundancy is one of those situations no small business owner wants to face - but if trading conditions change, costs rise, or you’re restructuring, sometimes it’s unavoidable. When you do reach that...
3 March 2026
Consent Form Meaning: When You Need One And What To Include
If you run a small business, you’ve probably had a moment where you’ve thought: “Do I need permission for this?” Maybe you’re filming content for social media, taking customer testimonials, collecting health...
3 March 2026Business Consortiums: How They Work And Key Legal Considerations
If you’re a small business owner, there’s a good chance you’ve run into a project that felt just a bit too big to tackle alone. Maybe it’s a public sector tender, a...
2 March 2026
When Is A Contract Legally Binding In The UK?
As a small business owner, it’s normal to want one clear moment where you can say: “Great - the contract is signed, we’re protected, let’s get started.” In practice, it can be...
2 March 2026
What Is a Written Resolution?
If you run a UK company, you’ll eventually need to make formal decisions as a board or as shareholders. Sometimes that decision can’t wait for the next meeting (or you simply don’t...
2 March 2026
Lease Documents Explained: What UK SMEs Should Know Before Signing
Signing a new premises lease can feel like a “big milestone” moment for your business - new location, new footfall, a space you can finally make your own. But the legal paperwork...
2 March 2026
What Is a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) and When Do You Need One?
If you’ve been Googling “ what’s a DPA ” while trying to get your business GDPR-compliant, you’re not alone. Most small businesses don’t set out to become data protection experts. You just...
2 March 2026Commercial Landlords: Key Legal Responsibilities And Business Protections
Being a commercial landlord can be a great way to build a steady income stream and grow long-term value in your business. But if you’re leasing premises to a tenant (whether it’s...
2 March 2026Business Solicitors in Manchester: Choosing the Right Legal Partner
If you’re running (or launching) a small business in Manchester, you’ll probably hit legal questions faster than you expect. Maybe you’re negotiating a commercial lease in the Northern Quarter, bringing on a...
2 March 2026Insurance Rent: Meaning And When It Applies For UK Commercial Leases
If you’re taking on a shop, office, warehouse or other commercial premises, you’ll probably expect to pay rent. But when you start reviewing the lease, you may see other rent-like charges sitting...
2 March 2026Novation Agreement Template (UK): Key Clauses And When You Need One
If you’re running a small business, there’ll be times when a contract needs to “move” from one party to another. Maybe you’ve sold part of your business, restructured your group, or you...
2 March 2026
Vendor Loans Explained: Funding Business Sales And Safe Term Structuring In The UK
If you’re buying or selling a small business, funding is often the biggest sticking point. Maybe the buyer can’t (or won’t) get the full amount from a bank. Or maybe you’re the...
2 March 2026
Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD): What UK Franchisors Must Include
If you’re building a franchise brand, you’re probably focused on growth: new locations, new franchisees, and a system that scales. But the fastest way to derail that growth is a franchise recruitment...
1 March 2026
Startup Attorney In the UK: When To Hire One And What They Do
When you’re building a startup, it’s easy to treat legal as something you’ll handle later - once the product is ready, the customers are coming in, and you’ve got time to breathe....
1 March 2026
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