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Commercial solicitors

Commercial law is complex and constantly changing, affecting how you run your business. Our commercial solicitors deliver clear, focused and proactive advice for small and medium-sized organisations throughout the UK. For commercial legal advice that’s tailored to your business, call our commercial law team on 0161 696 6170.

Our commercial lawyers protect your investment, people and cash flow with agreements and support that allow you to do business confidently, working closely with you to understand your business, its market and the challenges you face. With good knowledge of local businesses as well as larger national organisations, our business solicitors know what our clients are looking for; we establish businesses with solid foundations, delivering practical solutions that allow you to get on with your day job.

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Cross-sector specialism

Our commercial law solicitors are supported by Stephensons’ multi-disciplinary expertise including employment, commercial property and corporate, offering a fully joined-up commercial legal service that’s accessible locally to you.      

Whether you’re investing in a new business, expanding, introducing new products and services or moving to online and digital trading, our commercial legal advice will support you with:

  • Business reviews
  • Business start-up services
  • Commercial contracts
  • Company secretarial
  • Confidentiality agreements
  • Data protection
  • E-commerce and distant selling advice
  • Financing
  • Franchise agreements
  • Information technology law
  • Intellectual property protection
  • Joint ventures
  • Partnership agreements & limited liability partnerships
  • Terms & conditions of sale

What is commercial law?

Commercial law governs business and commercial transactions, covering areas such as contracts, sales, company law, and intellectual property. It ensures legal compliance and provides frameworks for resolving disputes, protecting businesses, and facilitating smooth commercial operations.

What is a commercial solicitor?

A commercial solicitor is a legal professional specialising in business law, providing advice and services on matters such as contracts, company formation, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. They support businesses in navigating legal challenges and ensuring smooth commercial operations.

What do commercial lawyers do?

The duties of commercial solicitors vary based on their area of expertise, but much of their transactional work involves safeguarding clients' business interests by managing various risks. For instance, this might involve interpreting laws to protect a client from liability for claims made on their website.

On a daily basis, commercial lawyers in a law firm draft a variety of commercial agreements and standard legal documents, including disclaimers.

Who can we help?

At Stephensons, our commercial solicitors are dedicated to supporting a wide range of businesses in most parts of the UK. Whether you're a small start-up or a large established company, our expertise can provide the legal guidance you need to thrive. We assist:

  • Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs): offering tailored advice to help you navigate the complexities of business law and ensure your operations run smoothly.
  • Start-ups: guiding you through the legal intricacies of establishing your business, protecting your intellectual property, and setting solid foundations for growth.
  • Established businesses: providing ongoing legal support for expansion, mergers and acquisitions, and day-to-day operations.
  • Tech, media, and telecoms companies: delivering specialised legal advice to help you stay ahead in fast-paced industries.
  • Franchises: Assisting with franchise agreements, compliance, and protecting your brand.
  • E-commerce businesses: ensuring you comply with online selling regulations, data protection laws, and drafting terms and conditions.
  • All business: helping with shareholder agreements either for the existing shareholders or to plan for new shareholders, minority shareholders, employee shareholders or employee share schemes.

No matter your industry or the size of your business, our commercial solicitors are here to provide clear, focused, and proactive legal advice to support your success.

Why choose our commercial solicitors?

Choosing Stephensons means partnering with a team of dedicated commercial solicitors who prioritise your business’s success. Our commercial lawyers bring expertise across various sectors, including technology, media, retail, and manufacturing, ensuring that our advice is specifically tailored to meet your unique needs. We offer a comprehensive range of commercial legal services, from contract drafting and intellectual property protection to regulatory compliance and dispute resolution. This breadth of expertise allows us to support every aspect of your business's legal requirements.

We take a client-centric approach, investing time to understand your business, its goals, and the challenges it faces. This deep understanding enables us to provide practical advice that aligns with your objectives and supports your strategic plans. Our solicitors focus on proactive risk management, identifying and mitigating potential issues before they arise, which helps safeguard your business interests and ensures smoother operations.

With offices across the UK, Stephensons combines local knowledge with national expertise, making our services both accessible and responsive. As an award-winning top 150 law firm, our reputation for excellence speaks for itself. We pride ourselves on being readily available to our clients, offering timely and clear advice that empowers you to make informed decisions quickly. Choose Stephensons for focused and proactive commercial legal support that helps your business thrive.

Contact us

Call our commercial solicitors on 0161 696 6170 or fill in our enquiry form and our team will be in touch to discuss how we can help your business.

Client testimonials

“In all my experiences with Stephensons I've always found them to be helpful and supportive and have a really direct approach to providing advice. I think it's important to feel like all my issues are understood, but at the same time receiving a direct and straightforward approach to the best way forward.

I think they are an extension of my business and I would recommend them to anybody in the business community.” - Kate McCarthy, Managing Director, McCarthy Recruitment Ltd

Tom is a brilliant solicitor where his expertise in business legal advice to protect his client's interests transpire across clearly through his work." - Dr Raj Manghnani – Managing Director of Professional Local Locum Limited

“The service I received from Thomas has been of the highest standards - with excellent communication and excellent legal advice with minimum requirements for my involvement.” View from a satisfied client

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