September 2023

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Joint ventures – choosing the right structure and whether to incorporate

As a business owner preparing for a joint venture, you and your potential partner will need to decide how best to structure the business arrangement so that it provides the best platform for your mutual objectives. Several factors will influence your choice of legal structure for the deal, including the scope of the project, its […]

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Convertible Loan Notes:  The pros and cons when it comes to raising business finance 

In the UK, convertible loan notes have become a popular option for startups and early stage companies looking to raise finance. These are financial instruments that allow investors to lend money to a company in return for the option to convert that loan into equity at a later date.  When an investor buys a convertible

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What is a Management Buy-In (MBI) and how does it differ from a Management Buyout (MBO)?

It’s not uncommon for a firm’s management or ownership to change during its life as a natural part of the company’s growth and development. Two of the ways this can happen is through a management buy-in (MBI) or a management buyout (MBO). A management buy-in, or MBI, refers to the process in which an external

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Controlling business risk with indemnities and limited liability clauses

Indemnities and limited liability clauses are often the most negotiated provisions in business contracts. It is a fine balance between agreeing appropriate risk and allocating protections, while at the same time remaining reasonable in order to conclude the deal. The two legal provisions have different purposes and sit on opposite sides of the contract. For

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