Business Law Solicitor Gateshead

Experienced corporate and commercial law solicitors gateshead

Setting up and running a business can be challenging and it is essential to have a strong legal foundation and expert guidance from specialist company and commercial lawyers. If you are looking for a business law solicitor in Gateshead, our team can provide the advice and representation you need.

Whether it is putting a robust framework in place for your enterprise, drafting contracts, managing employee matters or dealing with mergers, acquisitions and disposals, we have the expertise you need.

Our business law team help all types of SMEs in and around Tyneside and beyond. We work with business owners, senior executives, general counsel and HR departments and have experience across a wide range of sectors.

We will take the time to understand your operation and what you want to achieve, offering practical and commercially focused advice that is tailored to your needs.

To speak to an expert business law solicitor in Gateshead, call us on 0191 416 2182 (Washington) or 0191 495 2896 (Gateshead) or complete a Free Online Enquiry.

“Can highly recommend John Donkin Solicitors. Excellent service and friendly people”

Our business law services

We offer comprehensive corporate and commercial law services, including:

  • Help and advice on company formation
  • Advice on the right corporate structure for your business or partnership
  • Drafting a full range of business contracts, including:
    • Agency and distribution agreements
    • Outsourcing agreements
    • IT agreements
    • Shareholders Agreements
    • Partnership Agreements
    • Joint venture agreements
    • Employment contracts
    • Employment policies and handbooks
  • Debt management and recovery
  • Advice and representation on regulatory compliance
  • Commercial property, including commercial leases
  • NDAs and confidentiality agreements
  • Mergers, acquisitions and disposals
  • Business dispute resolution

Company formation and partnership formation

When you set up a company or partnership, you have the opportunity to put a sound foundation in place that will reduce the risk of problems in the future and mean that you can deal effectively with any issues that arise.

We can advise you on the best structure for your organisation and work with you to establish exactly how you want to be able to operate, although often specialist tax advice may also be required.

We are able to draft bespoke incorporation documents such as articles of association, shareholders agreements or partnership agreements that will ensure those involved have a clear understanding of what is expected of them and which will reduce the risk of misunderstandings and disputes.

Commercial contracts

Commercial contracts are the foundation of business relationships. Having clearly drafted contracts in place will help you establish good working practices with other parties and give you the security of knowing that your position is protected as far as possible.

We provide a full range of commercial contracts for all business and partnership needs. We also advise on contracts so that you can be sure the document you are signing is in the best interests of your organisation. Where necessary, we will negotiate on your behalf to improve the terms and conditions.

Employment law

Taking on employees can be a minefield, with constantly-changing rules and regulations to comply with and the risk of disputes and claims. We can work with you to put comprehensive documentation in place, clearly setting out what is expected of your employees. This can reduce the likelihood of disagreements and give you the best possible position should you face legal action.

Should a dispute arise, we always aim to resolve this by way of negotiation wherever possible.

Debt recovery

Unpaid debt can be crippling to businesses. Our debt recovery solicitors can take swift action to chase money that is owed and, should payment not be made, take steps to enforce debts.

We deal with pre-action letters, payment agreements, court proceedings and enforcement action.

Business dispute resolution

Business disputes can be time-consuming and disruptive, diverting time and resources away from your goals. We have wide experience in dealing with disputes and always work to find a solution promptly, avoiding litigation where reasonably possible.

We will advise you of the strength of your case and suggest potential ways of resolving difficult issues. We are strong negotiators and are often able to deal with matters out of court.

Where necessary, we will present a strong case during any court proceedings on your behalf and ensure you have expert representation.

Contact our business law solicitors Gateshead

If you need business legal advice or representation, our experienced corporate and commercial lawyers in Gateshead will be happy to help.

To speak to an expert business law solicitor in Gateshead, call us on 0191 416 2182 (Washington) or 0191 495 2896 (Gateshead) or complete a Free Online Enquiry.

“Very efficient, with a swift approach to all issues.”