Commercial and Corporate Law Solicitors

Instead of waiting for a problem to blindside you, regular legal check-ups can help you identify potential pitfalls and nip them in the bud before they become costly and time-consuming legal issues.

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When entering a business contract, nobody expects that it will become the subject of a dispute. However, contract disputes are an unfortunate fact of life for many business owners.

From the outset, it is vital that all parties to a contract are aware of the range of dispute resolution methods available should a dispute arise, including arbitration.

Arbitration is an effective alternative to litigation, particularly valued for the confidentiality and flexibility it offers to the parties involved.

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Creating legally robust agreements is crucial for nurturing growth and securing the stability of your organisation.

Barnes Law provides meticulous, thorough, and up-to-date advice to businesses of all sizes, from growing startups to established corporations. Through our partner-led approach, we are committed to providing customised solutions that align precisely with our clients' requirements, communicated clearly and effectively.

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We understand that litigation can be a make or break concern for any business, which is why Barnes Law focuses on providing litigation advice that always has our clients’ commercial goals in mind.

Commercial property is essential to the functioning of many businesses. Property transactions often involve substantial costs and liabilities. That is why it is vital to negotiate and draft commercial property agreements with a high level of diligence. Barnes Law has detailed knowledge and experience in the commercial property sector that enables us to guide our clients through the complex legal framework whilst ensuring the needs of the business are met.

We recognise that pursuing or defending a claim like this can be extremely stressful and impose an emotional toll on those involved, which is why we approach each case sensitively, with the committed involvement of our team to meet your needs every step of the way.

Navigating the UK’s residential real estate market can be complex, whether you’re a first-time buyer, existing homeowner, or overseas investor. Every property transaction comes with its own challenges, and success requires skill, industry insight, and precise execution. At Barnes Law, we work closely with clients to understand their purchasing goals, ensuring all deadlines are met and providing peace of mind that transactions will proceed smoothly.

In the broader real estate sector, clients often face unique challenges from expanding a business and renegotiating rent to securing new leases. Our exceptional, partner-led team provides senior-level guidance through every stage of the process, ensuring efficient, seamless, and accurate outcomes tailored to your objectives.

We handle complex Merger & Acquisition (M&A) transactions, focusing on aligning strategic objectives with effective execution to enhance deal value for our clients.

Our team has experience supporting companies of various sizes through private M&A transactions. We assist clients throughout the entire transaction process, addressing the complexities of corporate deals from start to finish,

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Influential factors such as flexible working arrangements, artificial intelligence (“AI”), work-place wellbeing and reputational management mean employment law is going through a period of significant change.

At Barnes Law, our client-centric, partner-led approach sets us apart. We support our clients through every stage of employment law, from drafting employment policies to addressing post-termination issues, ensuring they are always one step ahead.

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In the dynamic UK business landscape, franchising is driving growth and innovation across industries from coffee shop chains and fast-food outlets to hospitality, retail, and fitness. The franchising model is a proven path to scaling businesses and expanding market reach, but as more companies adopt this strategy, having the right legal protections has never been more critical.

At Barnes Law, we combine deep expertise in franchising with a strategic approach to intellectual property (“IP”). A carefully structured IP strategy is essential to protecting your unique creations, innovations, and brand assets - key elements that underpin any successful franchise. Regardless of your industry or business stage, we help safeguard your intellectual investments and ensure you maximise the value of your most important assets while scaling through franchising.