Commercial Law News

• The Companies Act 2006 in relation to substantial property transactions

  • PostedApril 13, 2016
  

  We have been working on a client matter that highlights the requirements of s190 of the Companies Act 2006 in relation to substantial property transactions that require members’ approval. This is something that should be remembered when a director or connected party is involved in a property transaction with the company.

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• The New Company Register

  • PostedMarch 17, 2016
  

  From 6th April 2016 The Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015 requires all UK companies and Limited Liability partnerships (LLPs) to maintain a new register. This new register records the details of any person with “significant control” over the company or LLP, known as a PSC register (Persons with Significant Control). Read more here.

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• The initial steps of selling a business: undertaking a due diligence exercise

  • PostedFebruary 11, 2016
  

  Whether you have owned your business for generations or for a short time the decision to sell isn’t always easy. Shelley Bonney, Commercial Solicitor, discusses the initial steps you can take to help expedite the transaction and help it to run smoothly. The key is in the preparation.

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• Don’t let debtors ruin your business – how to keep a rein on them

  • PostedDecember 17, 2015
  

  In an ideal world, all debtors would pay either in advance or on time. However, in the current climate this concept is becoming more and more unlikely. Read some of our advice here about how to get the invoice paid first.

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• Two golden business rules

  • PostedOctober 22, 2015
  

  Peter Mardon, Head of Commercial Law, discusses two golden rules that he feels are important in running a successful business.

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• SME exit strategy crisis

  • PostedAugust 27, 2015
  

  Thinking of planning your exit strategy? Read this interesting article written by Peter Mardon about the importance of planning ahead.

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