Commercial : Setting up a Business
Are you setting up a new business venture?
What are the advantages/disadvantages of a limited company or a limited liability partnership?
Which documents do you need to regulate matters between you and your associates?
Are you aware of the VAT and taxation requirements?
Is a partnership or shareholders agreement beneficial or necessary?
Do you understand the need for proper and complete record keeping?
If you are borrowing from a Bank, what security should you give and how might it affect you? What about regulatory bodies and taxation issues?
Have you considered your dealings with your customers and the advantages of preparing standard terms and conditions?
Will you operate from premises? You will need advice on the implications of entering into any Lease. Take advice before entering into the Lease negotiations.
Will you employ staff and what issues arise from doing so?
Intellectual property - patents, trade marks and copyright - are they relevant to you?
