BUSINESS SERVICES
Frequent questions
I want to set up my own business, where do I start?A sole trader is a person who owns and runs a business on his or her own. The owner may use a trading name, e.g. John Brown trading as... more>
Limited company, partnership and sole trader – What are the differences between types of business structures? A sole trader is a person who owns and runs a business on his or her own. The owner may use a trading name, e.g. John Brown trading as...more>
What is a personal guarantee? Personal guarantees are normally requested if, for example, when a newly-formed limited company seeks a loan and the lender...more>
What people say
"Simon was very helpful in giving advice not only about the specific legal matter but other areas..." Business start up, Enfield
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Legal Advice for Business Startups
You may be thinking of launching one of the 400,000 plus new businesses that get started each year. If so, getting the basics right from the first will be essential to your success. We can help you put in place practical low cost solutions to help plot your business’s path to profitability.
Business Startups Legal Services
- Requirements to open a business
- Choice of sole trader, partnership, Limited Liability Partnership or Limited Company
- Forming a Limited Company or LLP
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Partnership or Shareholder Agreements
- Staff contracts
- Aquiring a Franchise
- Terms and conditions of sale
- Premises
- Investors
- Insurances
We can help you
Using our skills and experience, we will help you shape your new business into a sensibly managed and tax efficient entity. We will increase your chances of survival and growth, keep your costs under control and limit your personal liability and your exposure to risk.
Call us now to speak to one of our expert advisors or Request a Call Back using the form at the top of this page.
Meet the Team
Our Company & Commercial team will always give you straightforward advice to resolve your issues. For more information about their expertise and experience, simply follow the link below.
Peter Poole
John Riddett
Simon Moffat

