Commercial Law - Some people think you have to have a problem before you take advice from a commercial lawyer

Our clients know it’s the other way round.

Maybe you’re just starting up in business, perhaps you’re an owner manager, or you might be part of a large plc. Whatever the nature of your business, sound legal advice is an essential part of your strategic plan. In fact, good legal advice on commercial matters helps you build and sustain growth.

Keep your costs lower.

The pitfalls of being in business are many and varied. That’s why it’s important to protect yourself and your business at the outset. Many businesses don’t instruct a solicitor early enough and that can lead to expensive mistakes. We can’t always prevent problems arising but, with judicious planning, we can certainly minimise them.

Whatever your own level of knowledge about commercial law, you can use HilliersHRW as a sounding board or for advice, just as you would with your accountant or trusted business advisor – before problems occur.

Secure your competitive position.

When you consult a solicitor it’s important to act on the advice offered. At HilliersHRW all our advice has one aim: wherever possible, to keep your business healthy. Part of our job is to anticipate potential problems that could occur in the future, too, and so we may sometimes advise you not to go ahead with certain plans. Although that may be frustrating for you, it will save you a lot of potential hassle and loss later on.

We offer a full commercial law service with expertise in complex commercial matters. Come and talk to us and we’ll help you identify the areas where you may need legal input.

Company and business law
Copyright, trademarks, patents and intellectual property rights (IPR)
Partnership law
Directors’ duties and wealth protection
Debt recovery
Insolvency
Commercial contracts, agreements, terms and disputes
Commercial property
Business tenancies
Selling your business or business interests
Agricultural law

Contact us today or call 01234 858037 or 01438 346000.

Contact Martin Addrison, Paul Hillier