Specialist Corporate Legal Services
ExpertiseOur practice is focused exclusively on corporate, commercial and business advisory work.
Business Transactions
We advise on:
M&A, including share purchase agreements and asset purchase agreements
Management buyouts (MBOs)
Equity investment rounds
Debt investment structures
Heads of terms and exclusivity agreements
Due diligence
Completion management
Post-completion integration
Whether acquiring, selling or investing, we manage transactions with precision and commercial focus.
Corporate Restructuring & Structural Advisory
Businesses evolve. Structures must evolve with them.
We provide strategic restructuring advice including:
Group reorganisations
Demergers
Creation of holding companies
Share-for-share exchanges
Pre-sale restructuring
Minority shareholder exits
Capital reductions
Share buybacks
Family investment company structuring
Corporate simplification
Our restructuring advice is always aligned with tax planning and commercial objectives.
Employee Share Schemes & Incentivisation
Attracting and retaining key talent is critical to business growth.
We advise on:
Growth share schemes
EMI-style incentive structures
Employee share option arrangements
Management equity participation
Shareholder alignment mechanisms
We work closely with tax advisers to ensure schemes are structured efficiently and sustainably.
Commercial Agreements
Clear documentation prevents future disputes.
We draft and advise on:
Shareholder agreements
Partnership agreements
Joint venture agreements
Director service agreements
Consultancy agreements
Investment agreements
Loan and security documentation
Subscription agreements
Distribution and supply agreements
Confidentiality agreements
Our drafting is commercially robust and practical – not unnecessarily complex.
Succession & Estate Planning for Business Owners
Protecting both your business and personal legacy requires careful planning.
We advise on:
Business succession planning
Structured exit strategies
Wills
Enduring powers of attorney
Share transfer planning
Shareholder protection arrangements
Director succession arrangements
Contingency planning
We work alongside accountants and financial planners to ensure joined-up advice.
Corporate Governance & Compliance
Strong governance protects directors and enhances investor confidence.
We advise on:
Directors’ duties
Governance frameworks
Board advisory
Companies House compliance
Share capital structuring
Constitutional updates
Corporate housekeeping