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Expert articles and practical legal guides on startups for uk businesses.
The New Wave of Solo Founders: Legal Structures That Actually Work
Going it alone in business? The right legal structure can protect your assets, sharpen your growth plans and avoid costly mistakes.
27 May 2026
Non Disclosure vs Confidentiality Agreements: Are They Different in the UK?
Not sure whether a non disclosure agreement and a confidentiality agreement are different? This guide explains how NDAs generally work in the UK, when businesses use them and what clauses matter most.
25 May 2026
Co-founder Agreements for UK Energy Consulting Startups
A co-founder agreement can prevent serious disputes in a UK energy consulting startup by setting clear rules on equity, roles, IP, confidentiality and
25 May 2026
What Is a PLC? Key Legal Features for UK Businesses
A plc is a public limited company with stricter legal requirements than a private limited company. This guide explains what a plc is, how it differs from
24 May 2026
Self-employed vs Limited Company in the UK: Legal Factors for Founders
Choosing between self-employed status and a limited company is not just about tax. For UK founders, the decision affects liability, contracts, branding
22 May 2026Co-founder Agreements for Quality Assurance Consultancies in the UK
A co-founder agreement can make or break a quality assurance consultancy. Here is what UK founders should cover on ownership, roles, client relationships
20 May 2026
Pre-seed Fundraising in the UK: Legal Issues for Startup Founders
Pre seed fundraising can move fast, but early legal mistakes around founder equity, IP ownership, investor rights and company paperwork can create bigger
17 May 2026
UK Employers: Legal Issues When Staff Work Remotely Abroad
When staff want to work overseas, UK employers can face legal issues well beyond a simple flexible working request. This guide explains the main risks
15 May 2026Co-founder Agreements for UK Design Studios
A co-founder agreement can be the difference between a smooth-running design studio and a costly founder dispute. Here’s what UK design businesses should
15 May 2026
5 Legal Risks That Quietly Scare Away UK Investors
Could hidden legal issues be killing your funding round before it starts? These five risks can quietly reduce valuation or send UK investors walking away.
13 May 2026
Example Shareholders Agreement UK: A Practical Guide for UK Businesses
Looking for an example shareholders agreement in the UK? Learn what it should include, which clauses matter most and how to tailor it for your business.
12 May 2026Co-founder Agreements for UK Commercial Cleaning Businesses
A co-founder agreement can prevent expensive disputes in a UK commercial cleaning business. Here is what founders should include, what to check before
11 May 2026
Who Should Sign a Shareholders Agreement in the UK?
Who should sign a shareholders agreement in the UK? Learn when founders, investors, the company and minority shareholders should be included, and what to consider before drafting.
11 May 2026How to Write an Expression of Interest (Eoi) for Business Partnerships
An expression of interest can open the door to a business partnership without locking you into the wrong deal too early. Here is how UK businesses can
9 May 2026
Keeping Shareholder Registers Up to Date in the UK
A shareholder register is a core company record that needs to stay accurate. This article explains when UK companies must update it and where problems often arise.
7 May 2026What to Include in a Shareholders Agreement for UK Businesses
A shareholders agreement contract can help UK businesses manage ownership, decision-making, share transfers and founder exits. This guide explains what it is, what it should include and when to put one in place.
4 May 2026
How To Choose A Co-Founder (2026 Updated)
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1 May 2026
Can a £1 Clause Make a Contract Binding?
Can £1 really make a contract binding? In English law, nominal consideration can help, but only if the agreement is properly structured.
30 April 2026
How To Dissolve A Company In The UK: Step-By-Step Procedure
Closing a company can feel like the “last thing” you want to spend time on when you’ve already poured so much into building it. But if you’re no longer trading, winding things...
28 April 2026VC Assumptions Explained: What Founders Need To Know
If you’re building a startup and thinking about raising investment, it can feel like VCs speak a different language. You’ll hear things like “standard terms”, “market”, “founder-friendly”, “we assume you’ve got the...
28 April 2026
Legal Steps for UK SMEs Buying a Business
If you’re thinking about growth, buying another business can feel like the fastest way to get there. Maybe you’ve found a competitor with a great customer base, a startup with a product...
28 April 2026
Co-founder Agreements for UK Supplement Brands
A co-founder agreement for a UK supplement brand should do more than split equity. It should cover formula ownership, brand assets, product claim
27 April 2026
UK Crypto Regulation: Key Protections for Businesses and Startups
If you’re building a product that touches cryptoassets (whether that’s payments, custody, tokenisation, NFTs, or a Web3 platform), you’ve probably asked the same question your customers will ask you: What regulatory protections...
27 April 2026
Future Fund Convertible Loan Agreements for UK Startups
If you ran a UK startup during the pandemic, there’s a good chance you came across the UK Government’s “Future Fund” scheme and the idea of using a convertible loan note. Convertible...
27 April 2026
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