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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Employment law services

Support for organisations dealing with employment issues.

Corporate law

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

Commercial contracts and agreements

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

Real estate and commercial property

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

International business services

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

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The latest from Clarke Willmott

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

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Planning Law Series 2026

We are delighted to announce the return of Clarke Willmott’s Planning Law Series 2026, taking place throughout March 2026. Each session will be presented by our planning law experts and will provide updates on the Planning & Infrastructure Act, National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), case law, water neutrality, legislation and policy in order to help keep you… “Planning Law Series 2026”

Medical negligence

Stroke prevention: Why early recognition still saves lives

Head of medical negligence and personal injury Marguarita Tyne explains why timing is critical in preventing strokes, the consequences when early signs are missed and how our teams expertise can help people who have suffered a stroke which could have been prevented with appropriate medical care.

Industry news

New heat network regulation marks “huge shift”, says leading lawyer

With new heat network laws having come into force this week developers, operators, landowners and public sector bodies are entering a new era of compliance, cautions energy specialist Laurence Lacey from national law firm Clarke Willmott.

Industry news

What businesses should be doing during this Data Privacy Week

Specialist lawyers are encouraging businesses to use this Data Privacy Week as a timely reminder that effective data protection must remain a strategic priority for organisations of all sizes.

Press release

Clarke Willmott expands Cardiff office

Law firm Clarke Willmott LLP’s Cardiff office has kicked off 2026 by expanding its corporate and commercial teams.

Case Commentary

Supreme Court contract ruling brings certainty for construction industry, says Clarke Willmott

A Supreme Court ruling in a long-running contractual dispute will bring much-needed clarification on the termination provisions contained in a widely used form of industry standard contract, according to a leading construction lawyer.

Cardiff Next Generation Bowling Evening

You will have the opportunity to meet and network with junior professionals from a range of businesses in the Cardiff area, whilst honing your bowling skills! Whether you’re a pro or have never bowled before, do join us at Roxy Lanes for a relaxed evening of conversation and a chance to create new contacts.

True specialists both at partner and associate level.

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