Company Law in the UK: A Comprehensive Guide
Company law, also known as corporate law, refers to the body of legislation and regulations that govern the formation, operation, and dissolution of companies. It encompasses a wide range of legal disciplines including contract law, tax law, commercial law, and employment law, as they apply to businesses. The primary purpose of company law is to […]
Management Buyout in the UK (MBO Topic Deep Dive!)
A management buyout (MBO) is a form of business exit in which the business owner sells the company’s assets and operations to the existing management team. This type of acquisition is distinctive because the company’s existing managers become its new owners, which can foster a more substantial commitment to the business’s success and continuity. MBOs […]
Restoring a Company to the Register
There are two processes for restoring a company to the Register, either by Court Order or by ‘administrative restoration’ under section 1024 of the Companies Act 2006. The appropriate route will be determined by a number of factors. Restoring a company to the register by way of administrative restoration requires certain eligibility criteria to be met […]
Setting up a Limited Company
A limited company in the UK is a business structure where the company operates as a separate legal entity from its owners. This setup provides a key advantage: the personal financial liability of the company’s shareholders or guarantors is limited to their investment or the amount they agree to contribute in case of debt. This […]