Business Law
We can offer specialist advice to the business client. You may need help with the following: –
What form will the business take?
Sole trader, partnership, and limited company all have different structures and tax / accounting rules. Choosing the right structure is important to give your business a firm foundation from the start.
What about premises?
If you need to acquire premises, do they have the necessary planning permission for your use?
If you are taking on a lease are there any restrictions on what you can do - are there provisions for the rent to be reviewed and what are your repairing obligations?
What are the implications of running your business from home?
Are there restrictions in your house deeds which could cause difficulties?
Are you taking on staff? – we can advise you and your employment obligations.
Finance
Do you need to raise money for the business? If so how should this best be done?
Terms and Conditions
Care is needed in drafting any terms upon which you sell your goods or services to your customers.
Profits and Tax
Most businesses want to make a profit! How much of that is tax may depend to some extent on how you run the business, whether you are a limited company, sole trader or partnership.
WE can give you advice on these issues and many others that small / medium sized businesses are likely to encounter either when they first set up or in the course of their business life.
Personnel Plus
WE have a special facility for clients to offer protection against both the risk and costs of Employment Tribunal claims with access to a dedicated employment law advice line backed by a comprehensive insurance cover package. The insurance is designed to cover the legal costs of representation when a claim is made against the employer and insurance in respect of the award of damages or settlement.
Please contact us for further details or request our leaflet – Personnel Plus, Employer Protection Scheme.
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