Starting a Business

If you are thinking of starting your business, our business lawyers can offer practical guidance and expertise on the whole range of legal issues facing a new business. Birkett Long’s commercial and corporate team works with you to understand your business and, in conjunction with our expertise and experience, provide practical advice and solutions.

Our business solicitors offer peace of mind for your business legal needs.

Everything from your business name, to its structure and operation has legal implications. Birkett Long’s experience and expertise will ensure that you are on top of your obligations and that you can take advantage of any business opportunities effectively.

From sole traders to partnerships, companies, limited liability partnerships (LLPs) and joint ventures, Birkett Long will help you start, and keep, your business running smoothly.

If you want to find out more about starting a business contact our solicitors in Basildon, Colchester or Chelmsford today to find out how our team can help.

Our portfolio includes a very wide range of clients, from UK businesses of major multinationals, to locally headquartered listed Plcs, to SME’s and sole traders. We handle all types of commercial work (drafting, reviewing and negotiating business contracts and terms of business) and corporate finance work (advising on business structures, MBO’s, restructures, and mergers and acquisitions).

Birkett Long’s business experts have City and international experience. We are panel members for several banks and advise them on a wide variety of matters.

Staff re-order starting a business

  • David Wisbey
  • Tracey Dickens
  • Cynthia Beesoon

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