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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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Support for organisations dealing with employment issues.
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Corporate law

Advising on a range of matters including mergers, acquisitions, re-structures and corporate tax.
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Commercial contracts and agreements

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

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

Comprehensive advice on managing and extending your business overseas and into the UK from overseas.

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The core thing about how they work is that they understand the commercial value of the advice that they give.

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

Corporate and commercial law

How to manage FOI requests in the developing world of AI

Public authorities are seeing an increase in requests under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOI requests). The ICO has recognised that the use of AI has likely contributed to this increase. Not only are more requests coming through, but requests are often longer, broader and difficult to interpret.
Read more on How to manage FOI requests in the developing world of AI

Private Client Series Webinar – Family Investment Companies vs Trusts: Choosing the Right Structure for Family Wealth

Clarke Willmott LLP is delighted to invite you to its next Private Client Series webinar which is taking place on Thursday 9 July 2026 at 12:00pm. Join Tom Chiffers and Jennifer Charlton from our Private Capital team together with Kim Klahn from our Corporate and Commercial team for an insightful discussion on the role of Family Investment Companies (FICs) in managing generational… “Private Client Series Webinar – Family Investment Companies vs Trusts: Choosing the Right Structure for Family Wealth”

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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.
Read more on Contracts, injuries and compliance: managing World Cup risk for football clubs
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.
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