Publication date: 06.05.2025
Dhruv is a corporate and commercial lawyer with 15 years of experience. He has experience in commercial contracts, corporate law, information technology and data protection. Throughout his career, Dhruv has provided legal advice to businesses of all sizes, ranging from startups to multinational corporations. He is passionate about helping his clients navigate complex legal issues and finding creative solutions to their problems.
Legal support for corporate law in the UK includes a range of services aimed at registering a company, drafting contracts, tax planning, protecting shareholders' interests and complying with all regulatory requirements. The UK is one of the leading jurisdictions for doing business, as its legislation guarantees transparency, investment protection and compliance with corporate standards.
1. Registering a company in the UK
The process of registering a company in the UK is carried out through Companies House, a government agency that maintains the register of companies. The main forms of business: ✔️ Private Limited Company (Ltd) - a closed joint-stock company with limited liability. ✔️ Public Limited Company (PLC) - a company whose shares can be listed on the stock exchange. ✔️ Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) - a limited liability partnership. ✔️ Sole Trader - an individual entrepreneur.
Registration stages: 1️⃣ Choosing a company name - you need to make sure that it is unique and has not been registered previously. 2️⃣ Preparation of statutory documents – Articles of Association and Memorandum of Association. 3️⃣ Appointment of directors and shareholders – indication of key persons of the company. 4️⃣ Selection of a legal address – the company must have a registered address in the UK. 5️⃣ Payment of the registration fee – £12 for online registration and £40 when submitting documents manually.
After successful registration, the company receives a Certificate of Incorporation, which confirms its legal existence.
2. Legal protection of the company and corporate governance
✔️ Corporate regulation – compliance with the legislation established by the Companies Act 2006. ✔️ Development of statutory provisions – preparation of internal documents regulating the company's activities. ✔️ Shareholders' meetings – legal support, advice on key decisions. ✔️ Financial reporting – control of tax and accounting reporting to HMRC and Companies House.
Particular attention is paid to protecting the interests of directors, shareholders and investors, as well as minimizing legal risks.
3. Contract development and transaction support
✔️ Commercial contracts – agreements with suppliers, contractors, partners. ✔️ Employment contracts – formalizing relations with employees, compliance with labor legislation. ✔️ Intellectual property protection – non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and brand licensing. ✔️ International transactions – drawing up foreign trade agreements, minimizing risks.
British corporate law is governed by the principle of freedom of contract, so companies can flexibly determine the terms of transactions.
4. Tax planning and HMRC compliance
✔️ Corporation tax – 19% for companies with an annual turnover of up to £250,000 and 25% for larger businesses. ✔️ VAT – mandatory registration for annual income of £85,000 and above. ✔️ Reducing the tax burden – using tax planning schemes and preferential regimes.
Companies must comply with strict HMRC requirements, avoiding financial penalties.
5. Corporate dispute resolution and shareholder protection
✔️ Conflict resolution – mediation, negotiations, litigation. ✔️ Shareholder protection – respecting the rights of minority shareholders. ✔️ Litigation – representing clients in UK courts.
Corporate conflicts may affect internal management, mergers and acquisitions, and contractual obligations.
📌 Corporate law support in the UK requires a competent approach and professional legal support. If you need help with company registration, transaction support, or tax issues, I will help you formulate a strategy and minimize risks. 🚀
