Corporate and Commercial
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The Corporate and Commercial team advises a diverse range of UK and international businesses, companies and individuals helping them navigate complex legal landscapes with precision and efficiency. By working closely with our clients we ensure commercially focused, strategic solutions that drive business success.
Our senior team of corporate and commercial specialists leads every engagement, offering direct hands-on involvement from the outset. This ensures certainty, personal service, and clear communication throughout the process, allowing you to focus on growing your business while we manage the legal complexities.
We provide a full range of advice on corporate and commercial matters and documentation, in particular:
- MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS (M&A) We offer expert guidance on all aspects of M&A, whether you are buying, selling, or restructuring a business. Our team is experienced in complex share and asset transactions, management buyouts (MBOs), and private equity transactions. We work to streamline the process and maximize value for you, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruption.
- VENTURE CAPITAL We provide expert legal support to founders and investors throughout all stages of venture capital fundraising, from seed rounds to later stage investments and successful exits. Our team tailor its approach to BVCA guidelines or custom arrangements while ensuring the smooth management of EIS/SEIS eligibility to provide tax-efficient solutions that benefit both founders and investors.
- OPERATIONAL REAL ESTATE We provide comprehensive advice on a range of real estate structuring options including Opco/ Propco set-ups, joint ventures and other investment vehicles. Our expertise extends to franchise and management agreements, as well as carried interest / promote arrangements. By working closely with our leading commercial real estate experts, we deliver integrated solutions that align with your long-term objectives.
- SHAREHOLDER ARRANGEMENTS We are skilled in handling complex shareholder reorganisations, including share buy-backs, share capital reductions and the creation of new share classes /rights. Our team will work with you to safeguard your interests through well-structured joint ventures and bespoke articles of association and shareholder agreements that reflect your unique business requirements
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- COMMERCIAL AGREEMENTS We specialise in drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including supplier and customer contracts, introducer agreements, terms of business and contractual joint ventures. Our focus is on minimizing your legal risks and maximizing the value of your contracts.
- DIRECTORS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE We provide tailored advice to directors on board matters, including corporate governance, statutory duties and service agreements. Our team ensures your company’s leadership is fully aligned with current regulatory standards, enhancing both compliance and accountability.
