21 Mar 2019
When running a family business all aspects of growth and exit strategies still apply. However, exit strategies can, especially in longstanding generational family businesses, be emotive. Growing your family business Are you looking to take your business to the next level? There often…
18 Mar 2019
In the lead up to the Budget Statement at the end of October 2018, the Chancellor announced that changes to Entrepreneurs Relief ('ER') would be introduced in the New Year. ER is a relief applied on the sale of certain business assets or shares where Capital Gains Tax is charged at a reduced…
18 Mar 2019
The High Court has granted an exceptional order pursuant to section 125 of the Companies Act 2006 for rectification of a company's register of members, to replace a deceased member with the executor named in her will prior to obtaining a grant of probate. Background In many companies,…
15 Feb 2019
With the Brexit deadline imminently approaching, how can you prepare your business for Brexit? This is a challenge facing every SME based in the UK that either sells internationally, has an international supply chain or relies on international workforce. SME's employ over 15 million people and…
26 Nov 2018
What does the coming into force of the Data Protection Act 2018 and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) mean for those in the Mergers & Acquisitions world carrying out due diligence? Does it require change for the way in which the sheer amount of data is shared? The due diligence process…
26 Nov 2018
In the recent case of United Co Rusal Plc v Crispian Investments Ltd [2018] EWHC 2415 (Comm), the High Court held that a right of first refusal (ROFR) procedure in a shareholders' agreement had not been validly instigated. The case above involved three major shareholders of PJSC MMC Norilsk…
04 Sep 2018
In the case of Angus James Cunningham v Resourceful Land Limited and others , the High Court has upheld a drag-along provision in a Shareholders' Agreement and has ordered that the register of members does not require rectification. Background A group of individuals incorporated two…
25 Jul 2017
Forbes Solicitors' Corporate team has acted for Leyland based Tilemaster Adhesives over its sale to Kerakoll. Following the acquisition, the two brands will continue to run separately, in order to continue building and progressing both brands. Tilemaster's Managing Director, Mark Kelly and…
20 Apr 2017
Yesterday Companies House announced its plans for the next three years when it published its business plan and strategic plan. Its ultimate goal is to make the UK "the most transparent place in the world to do business", by making a number of changes to the PSC Regime.…
08 Nov 2016
In Hosking v Marathon Asset Management LLP [2016] EWGC 2418 (Ch), a landmark decision, the High Court has ruled that in the aftermath of a breach of fiduciary duties the principle of forfeiture of profits can apply to Limited Liability Partnerships in some instances. Whilst this is readily accepted…
15 Apr 2019
Corporate
Forbes Solicitors has advised Bolton Car Centre (BCC Cars) over the sale of three motor retail sites to North…
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2018-19 edition Legal 500
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Patrick
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Adnan Anwar
Director
Electric Coffee Co
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Gareth & Janet Watson
Zinge Industries
The team not only provides professional and practical advice, but also takes a personal interest to understand the business and the matter at hand.
Mark Delaney
Director
Leonard Curtis Business Solutions Group
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Andy Platt
Director
Focus Insolvency Group
What a pleasure to do business with Forbes - Pauline Rigby & Nick Pickup both understood my personal objectives and requirements
John Laycock
Former Business Owner
I would like to thank Jayne and the Business Law team for being so friendly, professional and patient throughout the sale.
Arthur Porter
Oak Glen
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Andrew M Jones
Internet Trading Ltd
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John Lonsdale
Head of Innovation and Enterprise
UCLan
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Jayne & Anthony Mellor
MAP12 Ltd
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The Northcote Group
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Chief Executive
Child Action Northwest
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Vet
South Lakes Veterinary Centre
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