Our commercial lawyers work closely with a wide variety of private sector businesses, public sector bodies and charitable organisations, providing expert guidance on almost every aspect of the law.

What sets Clarke Willmott apart is that we recognise not only the importance of providing legally watertight advice, but also the need to support our clients’ corporate objectives and long-term goals.

We have particular expertise advising our business clients on complex and cross-border matters. For example, advising international companies seeking to operate and invest in the UK, and UK companies seeking to invest or develop their business internationally.

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Providing advice on commercial contracts such as long term supply agreements, outsourcing contracts and distribution agreements.

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Advice on a variety of matters including planning, construction, property sales and property litigation.

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The latest from Clarke Willmott

Catch up with the latest business news and views from the Clarke Willmott team.

Sport

Contracts, injuries and compliance: managing World Cup risk for football clubs

As release for international duty is mandatory under FIFA regulations, clubs must focus on protecting their position and appropriately supporting the player, rather than preventing participation. From an employment and regulatory perspective, this means ensuring the right safeguards are in place well in advance of any tournament.

Industry news

Lawyers welcome Government consultation on cohabitation rights

Leading family law experts have welcomed the government’s consultation on strengthening legal protections for unmarried couples, describing the proposals as a long-overdue step towards reflecting modern family life and providing greater protection for vulnerable partners.

Information technology

New data protection complaints rules from June 2026: are you ready?

From 19 June 2026, organisations must comply with new rules for handling data protection complaints under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. Learn what you need to do.

Information technology

Social media to be banned for under-16’s in the UK from Spring 2027

The UK government has announced plans to introduce a ban on certain social media services for children under 16, with implementation targeted for Spring 2027. The proposals are intended to build on the Online Safety Act 2023 and would place the burden on social media platforms to prevent under-16s from accessing the platform.

Bristol Next Generation | Sushi Making

About the event Clarke Willmott LLP s delighted to invite you to our Next Generation Sushi Making event which is taking place on Thursday 13 August at 5:30pm. You will have the opportunity to meet and network with junior professionals from a range of businesses in the Bristol area while enjoying a sushi masterclass delivered… “Bristol Next Generation | Sushi Making”

Industry news

New transparency requirements for contractual control agreements: what you need to know

The Government has now published the Provision of Information (Contractual Control) (Registered Land) Regulations 2026, introducing a new transparency regime for certain land agreements. These changes will have a significant impact on developers, promoters and landowners, particularly in the housebuilding and development sectors.

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Clarke Willmott bolsters housebuilder expertise in Birmingham

National law firm Clarke Willmott has strengthened its commercial property team in the West Midlands with the appointment of two new partners.

True specialists both at partner and associate level.

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