How do I properly terminate an employment contract, and what notice must I give?
Terminating an employee’s contract – essentially firing or letting someone go – should be handled carefully to be both legally
Employment
Employment
How can I protect my business in an employment contract (e.g., confidentiality and non-compete clauses)?
When you hire employees, you entrust them with knowledge and access that could potentially harm your business if misused. Employment
Employment
What is a probation period in an employment contract, and how should I use it?
A probationary period is a common feature in employment contracts, essentially serving as an initial trial period at the start of employment.
Employment
Can I hire someone as an independent contractor instead of an employee, and what’s the difference in their contracts?
Many small businesses consider using self-employed contractors (freelancers) rather than hiring traditional employees, to maintain flexibility or reduce obligations. It’s possible to do
Employment
What must an employment contract include in the UK, and do I need to provide one in writing?
In the UK, the term “employment contract” covers the agreement between employer and employee about the terms of their work. This contract
Corporate
What legal agreements are needed to sell or buy a business?
Selling or buying a business is a major transaction that can be structured in primarily two ways: share sale (buying/selling the shares
Corporate
What is a director’s service agreement, and does our company need one?
A director’s service agreement is essentially a contract that sets out the terms of a director’s role within a company. It is
Corporate
What contracts should we use when bringing in investors or selling shares in our company?
Bringing in a new investor or selling shares (equity) of your company is a significant step that typically involves several
Corporate
How is a shareholders’ agreement different from the articles of association?
The articles of association are an official corporate document required for all limited companies. When you incorporate a company in the UK,
Corporate
What is a shareholders’ agreement and why is it important for my company?
A shareholders’ agreement is a private contract between the owners (shareholders) of a company that sets out how the company is run,