Diritto societario
31 Gen 2023
Can you still have only one director in a private limited company? How the law changed in 2022
This article is for those who own a private limited company in the UK with one director only, and for the directors of such business entities. The aim here is to explain what the law says about decision-making by sole directors, what has changed recently, and what solutions can be implemented to adapt to the […]
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30 Ago 2022
A Guide to Buying a British Company
The UK is a transparent investment-friendly jurisdiction, and as such, it can be particularly appealing for overseas investments. However, this presents its own set of complications and increases the need for care and protection when buying a UK property from abroad. Under the legal principle Caveat emptor, in English law, the burden falls on the […]
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5 Lug 2022
Due Diligence in Mergers & Acquisitions
When a merger or acquisition (M&A) is announced, it is not always apparent just how much time and commitment was required from both companies to get the deal over the line. Corporate lawyers say M&A hard work starts with identifying the right company to explore M&A opportunities with. That is followed by due diligence to […]
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16 Mar 2022
What Are the Notification Requirements for Mergers in the UK?
If you are considering merging your business with another, you may be concerned about notifying the authorities about your proposed merger. In this article, we look at the requirements and thresholds for notification under the UK competition law regime, as well as the reasons why you may wish to voluntarily notify the Competition and Markets […]
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20 Gen 2022
The Legal Checklist for Start-up Companies
Starting a new business is exciting, and it can be easy to get caught up in the more creative elements of your start up, instead of the legal requirements. However, the success of your business is dependent on getting off to the right start when it comes to legal matters. In this article, we look […]
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18 Ott 2021
How to Structure a Joint Venture
Starting a new business project is exciting, but it is essential that you get off to the right start by structuring your joint venture correctly. The ‘right way’ to structure your business venture will depend a lot on the project, the circumstances of the parties involved, as well as the purpose of your joint venture. […]
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26 Feb 2019
Buying a business: are you getting shares or asset?
The opportunity to purchase a competing or complimentary business provides an important route to expansion, but it is important to be clear about what exactly you are acquiring in a business – whether this is via shares or assets. According to corporate specialist, Olexandr Kyrychenko with IMD Solicitors in London, Manchester and Birmingham ‘It is crucial that any […]
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19 Dic 2018
Thinking of starting a social enterprise as a Community Interest Company?
When most people think about starting a social enterprise, they often need to be established as a charity. While charities are a sound corporate vehicle for these activities, the rigors of the Charity. An alternative company structure, which is the Community Interest Company (CIC). As Olexandr Kyrychenko, a commercial partner with IMD Solicitors explains, ‘These are seen as a […]
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