Expert Solicitors for Business Sales & Purchases

This is the most critical decision. An asset purchase means you buy specific assets (e.g., property, equipment, goodwill), leaving liabilities with the seller. A share purchase means you buy the entire company, including its hidden debts and history. We provide strategic advice on which structure is best for you.

The SPA is the main binding contract that governs the entire transaction. We meticulously draft and negotiate this document, focusing on the warranties and indemnities that protect you from unforeseen issues after the sale is complete.

It is the single most important stage. Our due diligence investigation is a deep dive into the business's financial health, commercial contracts, employee liabilities, intellectual property, and any ongoing disputes. It empowers you to make an informed decision and can be a powerful tool for negotiating a better price.

The first step is to collate all the necessary paperwork. We will provide you with a comprehensive list, including financial accounts, employee contracts, supplier agreements, and full details of the commercial property, including the lease, titles, and any planning documents.

Warranties are contractual promises you make to the buyer about the state of the business. If they later turn out to be untrue, the buyer could bring a claim against you. We negotiate these robustly to ensure they are fair and limit your future liability.

Goodwill is a valuable asset representing your business's reputation. The transfer of this asset must be legally documented. Our solicitors for the sale of goodwill can manage this for you to ensure you are properly compensated.