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Business Law Canterbury

How to comply with the law and details of lawyers and organisations who can help you locally.

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Complying with the law must be one of your most important considerations and you may need to consult a solicitor to ensure that any legal decisions are made with full knowledge of the Laws that may affect your business.

This section should give you a good overview some of the most important issues. However, commercial law can be complex and we would strongly advise you to contact a local lawyer before committing yourself to any legally binding contracts.

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If you are based in in Canterbury or offer a product or service which could help existing local businesses and start-ups, we would love you to help you reach them. Our aim is to increase the chances of every new business's success by highlighting the help that is available in the area.

You are able to add a free listing or act as our recommended local partner for only £10 per year!

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We are happy to promote anyone who is prepared to offer friendly support to local start-ups.

Our local partners have been kind enough to help us and are keen to help you too.

Free startup guide

Start Your Own Business in 2021

Download the 2024 edition of our Free guide

An interactive step-by-step guide which also includes all of the most important subjects covered with links to useful articles and relevant contacts.

The idea of starting your own business can be incredibly exciting and who can blame you for being tempted?

However, the sad truth is that far too many new enterprises fail in the early stages. Our aim is to make sure that you don't become one of them.

This guide explains the key start-up subjects in simple English and points to where you can find help and support.

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Canterbury Legal Help

Aletta Shaw Solicitors
We offer a free consultation to new business to answer any questions they have on emloymnet law. Please give us a call to book an appointment
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Armadillo Safety Solutions
Armadillo Safety Solutions are a local consulting company that can offer help and advice, to ensure your business complies with all regulations regarding health and safety, food hygiene and fire safety.
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Furley Page
When you are setting up a business you need to get your structure right. Do you realise that if you operate as a sole trader you have unlimited liability and all your assets could be at risk? There are key things you must do and are required to have by law. If you opt for a partnership, a limited liability partnership (LLP) or a limited liability company, you need to govern the relationship with your business partners and shareholders – especially regarding management of the business and exit routes. We are friendly and approachable and offer a cost-effective start up package. We know that money can be tight when you are setting up so here at Furley Page, we are here to help.
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Graham Watt & Co LLP
Let us assist you in identifying, protecting and enforcing all aspects of patents, trade marks, copyright and designs which could be your greatest assets. We are confident we will be able to provide the service you need. Please browse our website for more information on the range of services we offer and how we may be able to help you and your business. If you have any specific questions or would like to generally discuss how we may be of assistance in your particular circumstances please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to offer an initial free consultation at our Sevenoaks office to discuss your requirements.
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Loch Employment Law
We are a firm of experienced, specialist employment lawyers with offices in London, Edinburgh, Brighton and Tunbridge Wells. The firm acts for employers and executive employees across the UK in a variety of sectors.
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Wellers Law Group LLP
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Local help for startups

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