Putting the Right Structure in Place
Choosing the right legal structure at the outset can make a substantial difference to how a business is owned, managed, financed and ultimately sold. The appropriate structure will depend on the nature of the business, the people involved, its funding requirements and its plans for the future.
We advise entrepreneurs, established businesses, shareholders, partners and investors on the most appropriate vehicle / entity for a business formation and restructuring of companies, partnerships and LLPs. We work alongside accountants and tax advisers where their input is required, while focusing on the legal rights, responsibilities and decision-making arrangements between those involved.
How We Can Help
- Advising on the incorporation of private limited companies and advising on alternative business structures
- Forming partnerships and LLPs and preparing partnership or LLP agreements
- Drafting and amending articles of association
- Preparing shareholders’ agreements and investment documentation
- Structuring voting rights, reserved matters and decision-making procedures
- Creating different share classes and documenting share issues and transfers
- Joint venture and collaboration structures
- Reorganisations, succession planning and changes of ownership
Why the Documentation Matters
Standard incorporation documents may not deal adequately with matters such as future investment, differing contributions, dividend expectations, the departure of a shareholder or a deadlock between owners. These issues ought to be considered while relationships are positive and the parties share a common objective.
Clear constitutional and ownership documents can reduce uncertainty, support effective decision-making and provide an agreed route for dealing with future changes or disagreements.
To speak to one of our corporate law solicitors, call us on 0191 495 2896, email on info@donkinlaw.co.uk or complete a Free Online Enquiry today.
