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Commercial Law

Commercial law governs the legal relationships between businesses — contracts, disputes, debt recovery, and company matters. Whether you are a sole trader chasing an unpaid invoice or a director facing a shareholder dispute, a specialist commercial solicitor can advise on your options and protect your business interests.What we can help withContract drafting, review, and disputesDebt recovery — letters before action, County Court claims, statutory demandsShareholder and partnership disputesBusiness sale and acquisitionDirector and company secretary adviceCommercial property — leases, licences, and disputesKey factsYou have 6 years from when a debt fell due to bring a court claimA letter before action from a solicitor resolves many disputes before courtA County Court judgment affects a debtor's credit rating and can be enforced by bailiffsWinding up petitions become public record and can freeze a company's bank accountsFrequently asked questionsMy client hasn't paid an invoice — what are my options?Start with a formal letter before action giving a clear deadline. If that fails, you can issue a County Court claim online for debts up to £100,000, or instruct a solicitor to issue a statutory demand. The right route depends on the size of the debt and whether it is disputed.Do I need a solicitor to draft my business contracts?Template contracts found online are often inadequate for specific business relationships and can leave you exposed. A solicitor can draft or review contracts to ensure they protect your position, limit your liability, and are enforceable under English law.What can I do about a dispute with my business partner?Partnership and shareholder disputes can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings. The right approach depends on what your partnership agreement or shareholders' agreement says. If there is no agreement in writing, the position defaults to statutory rules which may not reflect your intentions.