Department: Corporate & Commercial
Department: Corporate & Commercial
Department: Corporate & Commercial
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Department: Corporate & Commercial
What is an employee ownership trust?
An employee ownership trust is a type of employee benefit trust which allows employees to co-own shares in the company that they work for.
Commercial PropertyWhy is it necessary to provide ID and proof of funds when instructing a solicitor?
Providing ID and proof of funds is a requirement of The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017.
Corporate & CommercialDo I need an IT or software agreement?
With constant developments in technology, the need for clear IT and software agreements has never been greater.
Corporate & CommercialWhat should I include in my business’s terms and conditions?
What should be included in standard terms depends very much on whether the business sells to consumers, other businesses or to both

What steps should I take before signing a contract?
Contracts are legal documents, so it is vital that you always take care to check what you're signing up to.
Corporate & CommercialWhat are express termination rights?
Express termination rights can be included in commercial contracts to specify the circumstances under which the contract can be lawfully ended
Corporate & CommercialCan you orally change a written contract?
Most commercial contracts include a provision that the contract may not be amended except in writing and signed by the parties.
Corporate & CommercialCan I rely on legitimate interest for B2B marketing?
Legitimate interest is significantly strengthened if you have an existing relationship with your recipient.