Confusion as Companies House rolls out identity checks for directors
Company directors are being urged to familiarise themselves with new identity verification requirements being introduced by Companies House, as confusion is reported around how and...
Nick Richardson
Consultant, Commercial & Corporate
Planning for the future: what to include in a UK...
A shareholders’ agreement is one of those documents that often feels unnecessary at the outset, when everyone involved is aligned and optimistic about the future....
James Lamont
Partner, Head of Commercial & Corporate
Artificial Intelligence – who is accountable for getting it wrong?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming part of our daily and working lives, from customer service chatbots and legal research tools to medical diagnostics and...
Nigel Maud
Partner, Commercial & Corporate, COLP
Failure to prevent fraud: new offence puts large companies under...
A major shake-up in corporate crime law has now taken effect, placing large businesses at risk of prosecution if they fail to prevent fraud by...
Nigel Maud
Partner, Commercial & Corporate, COLP
Business structures: Choosing the right option for you
Starting your own business is an exciting challenge, but before you take your first steps, choosing the right business structure is essential. Your decision at...
James Lamont
Partner, Head of Commercial & Corporate
Non-Disclosure Agreements – an overview
A non-disclosure agreement (NDA), otherwise known as a Confidentiality Agreement, is a mechanism used, normally in an employment or business situation, to keep confidential information...
Nigel Maud
Partner, Commercial & Corporate, COLP
Preparation of a business Lasting Power of Attorney
We are all familiar with lasting Powers of Attorney, which allows individuals to appoint an attorney to manage their personal affairs if they cannot do...
Sandeep Dhanjal
Solicitor, Trusts & Estates
Devil in the detail with new identity checks for directors
Company directors are being urged to prepare for a major change, as Companies House introduces new identity checks for those setting up, running or owning...
James Lamont
Partner, Head of Commercial & Corporate
Directors should make a diary date for filing deadlines
A £165m reminder to directors on the importance of getting accounts filed on time has been flagged in the latest report from Companies House, the...
Nick Richardson
Consultant, Commercial & Corporate
Standard Terms and Conditions for Small Businesses: What Should be...
The business landscape, especially for small businesses, can often seem like a minefield. The key to navigating this successfully lies in establishing comprehensive standard terms...
Leah Whittaker
Solicitor, Commercial & Corporate