Our corporate law experts have created a series of insightful guides, which provide the building blocks to successfully scale your business. For more information on any of the topics listed below, please click through to our guides to read more.
How we can help to supercharge scale-ups
In the UK we have all of the ingredients for an attractive and ambitious entrepreneurial eco-system. The problem lies in growth - how can we supercharge start-ups and scale-ups?
Founders' Agreements
Never underestimate the importance of good foundations. A little extra time and effort invested in these agreements at the outset can future-proof the company, and the founders, against a number of potential risks.
Protecting Intellectual Property
Do you know how to protect your Intellectual Property (IP)? It could be the most valuable asset your company owns. Understanding different types of IP and how to protect them is essential for founders to develop, protect, and exploit these valuable assets.
Hiring staff
What do founders need to know before hiring staff? This guide walks through the answers of the top ten questions we get asked by entrepreneurs before their first hire.
Engaging contractors
The gig economy is here to stay and can be a valuable business asset – when utilised correctly and under the right contracts and arrangements. Make sure you're getting the right "tune" to avoid potentially significant consequences and awkward conversations at key growth junctures.
Incentivising through share schemes
With staff recruitment and retention remaining increasingly difficult, founders need to get creative in their approach. Enter share schemes as a method of not only attracting new talent, but incentivising existing employees.
Preparing for an investment round
Capital is a critical piece of the puzzle for all founders - without it, start-ups and scale-ups aren't able to fund development, meet their working expenses, and will not reach their full potential. Gain a crucial understanding of the fundraising process.
Preparing for the exit
Some founders are in it for the long haul and some are working towards an exit. Realising the value of your business may mean selling or merging it. Preparing for the exit can maximise your value and minimise your risk exposure.
Navigating the sales process
If you are selling the business, you need to know how to navigate the sales process. Here we cover the basic steps in a successful sales process.
Visa options for entrepreneurs
If you're not from the UK, then you need to understand your visa options for doing business here. Read about the Innovator Founder visa, a bespoke route for entrepreneurs, as well as other potential visa options.
