Staff stories: qualified lawyers
Stories from our qualified lawyers.
Read more on Staff stories: qualified lawyers
Read more on Staff stories: qualified lawyers
Employment
Employment
Legal Services
Our employment solicitors provide employers with practical, commercial and cost-effective advice. We are an adaptable, solutions-focused team with a proven track record in delivering flexible and innovative solutions. Our specialists can help you with all employment issues, from providing guidance on day-to-day workforce queries, to advising on restructuring and outsourcing projects and employment tribunal claims.
Read more on Employment
Read more on Employment
The Online Safety Act: Introduction of new regulations by Ofcom for service providers
News
Commercial contracts and agreements
There has been a lot of discussion over the last year about the Online Safety Bill, particularly for its controversial nature amongst the Big Tech companies. The Bill received Royal Assent on 26 October 2023 and is now the Online Safety Act.
Written by
Stephen Green
and Amy Peacey
Read more on The Online Safety Act: Introduction of new regulations by Ofcom for service providers
Read more on The Online Safety Act: Introduction of new regulations by Ofcom for service providers
International business
International business
Legal Services
These are truly global times and many UK businesses have assets and interests overseas or are looking to expand into foreign markets. The current climate also makes the UK an attractive proposition for overseas investors. Clarke Willmott’s corporate and commercial team has extensive experience of international law and provides the highest standard of multi-jurisdiction legal advice to help our clients achieve their goals, wherever in the world they wish to do business.
Read more on International business
Read more on International business
Partnerships, joint ventures and shareholders agreements
Corporate and commercial law
Legal Services
If you’re about to collaborate with another person or business, then the right legal advice and formal agreement are a vital part of your future relationship. Clarke Willmott’s corporate and commercial law solicitors understand the importance of joint venture partnerships and shareholder agreements and have the expertise and experience necessary to get the detail and the spirit of a written agreement just right for your business.
Read more on Partnerships, joint ventures and shareholders agreements
Read more on Partnerships, joint ventures and shareholders agreements
Corporate deals – 2025
News
Corporate and commercial law
As we enter the final quarter of 2025, the M&A market is showing signs of cautious optimism. After a quieter start to the year – shaped by political transitions, inflationary pressures, and interest rate volatility – activity is gradually picking up.
Read more on Corporate deals – 2025
Read more on Corporate deals – 2025
Commercial litigation and disputes
Commercial litigation and disputes
Legal Services
Commercial disputes will always be a risk for any business. When they happen, they‘re disruptive and create a drain on time, resources and cashflow. If you do find yourself caught in a dispute, you need to have the right legal team on your side in order to minimise the impact on you and your business.
Read more on Commercial litigation and disputes
Read more on Commercial litigation and disputes
Healthcare
Healthcare
Legal Expertise
Our commercial healthcare solicitors offer extensive experience to our clients across the healthcare sector, including care homes, GP practices, dental practices, nurseries, veterinary practices, and pharmacies.
Read more on Healthcare
Read more on Healthcare
Employee ownership trusts and law firms: Is it a realistic exit option?
News
Corporate and commercial law
As the legal sector continues to evolve, many law firm owners are exploring new ways to exit their businesses – whether through a sale, merger, or internal transition.
Written by
Kelvin Balmont
Read more on Employee ownership trusts and law firms: Is it a realistic exit option?
Read more on Employee ownership trusts and law firms: Is it a realistic exit option?
Manchester’s growth into a key player in UK’s legal landscape
News
Corporate and commercial law
In the past 15 years, the professional community in the North West, and Manchester in particular, has evolved into a significant force, says Ed Foulkes from leading law firm Clarke Willmott LLP.
Written by
Ed Foulkes
Read more on Manchester’s growth into a key player in UK’s legal landscape
Read more on Manchester’s growth into a key player in UK’s legal landscape
Private equity
Corporate and commercial law
Legal Services
As the volume of private equity transactions taking place around the world continues to grow and become more sophisticated, so has the demand for legal advice from a corporate solicitor with significant experience in private equity law.
Read more on Private equity
Read more on Private equity
Not found what you are looking for?
Speak to a member of our team today.