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Legal aspects of starting a small business. Don’t make these common mistakes!

22 Jan 2020

Starting a new company can be complicated, and legal challenges are one of the top reasons small businesses fail. Here are eight legal mistakes commonly made when starting a new company and tips to help you avoid them.

What is the difference between an employee and a contractor?

09 Jan 2018

How to Become an Employer: Part 2 - Legal Implications

30 Aug 2017

Entrepreneurs like to have as much control over their businesses as possible, but if things go well, they will need to delegate. If you’re thinking of becoming an employer, it’s important to know your legal and tax obligations.

Authorised Signatory Service

17 Apr 2014

If you are looking to set up a company and trade in the UK you will almost certainly need a UK business bank account. However, to open one you must be able to provide proof of a UK address, and this can be tricky for overseas investors and non-UK residents.

Redundancy: how to avoid an unfair dismissal claim

27 Feb 2013

The prospect of making redundancies is one that fills most small business owners with dread, and not without good reason. Find out how best to approach it.

Changes to written statement of employment particulars. What Employers need to know

19 Mar 2020

There are some key Employment Law changes coming into force in April 2020. Employers will need to review and update their employment processes and documentation to meet the changes.

Accounts & Legal enters into legal services

17 Nov 2019

We recently received approval from the Solicitor’s Regulatory Authority (SRA) to sell legal services. Here we summarise the new services we are now able to offer to our clients.

What are Articles of Association and do they matter?

30 Aug 2017

The launch of a new business is an exciting time for every business owner, but it brings with it a number of financial and legal obligations and a wide range of decisions that need to be made.

Types of Shares and How to Allocate Them

30 Aug 2017

Different share classes allows flexibility in ownership and encourages investment but there are implications.

Your obligations as a sole trader

21 Jan 2014

Setting up as a sole trader can be simple and inexpensive but with it comes a lot of responsibility and a few risks. We explore the pros and cons here...

Employing Staff – What You Need to Know Step by Step

23 Feb 2020

Employing staff is a big step for any new business. An extra set of hands can boost your businesses’ productivity and can even help you offer additional services to your clients or customers. But employing staff for the first time brings forward financial, tax and legal obligations for employers.

Accounts and Legal gains authorisation from SRA to provide full range of legal services

01 Nov 2019

Pensions: the rules are changing

30 Aug 2017

Pension rules are changing and unfortunately it is going to be expensive for small businesses.

Hold that thought

11 Jul 2014

A Scotsman, an Englishman and an Irishman are standing in a bar. The Irishman asks, “How do you keep something safe that you can’t touch or see?”. While in the beginning the question sounds like a bad joke the truth is a lot more serious for some business owners, entrepreneurs and inventors.

How to incorporate a limited company

21 Jan 2014

Setting up a Limited Company can be time consuming and complicated but incorporating (registering at Companies House) can save you tax and limit your liability. Find out how it works here.

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