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The legal mistakes that make tech startups harder to fund

Raising investment is not only about the pitch deck. The commercial story matters: what you are building, who ...

Why your contractor agreement matters more than you think

Contractors are often part of a tech business’s founding story. Before there is a full internal team, founders ...

AI tools are already in your tech business. Is your legal setup keeping up?

AI has moved quickly from experimentation into everyday work. In many tech businesses, it is already helping ...

The AI founder’s legal checklist before selling to enterprise customers

Winning interest from an enterprise customer can feel like a turning point for an artificial intelligence (AI) ...

SEIS, EIS and EMI explained for tech founders

If you’re building a tech business in the United Kingdom (UK), two questions tend to come up early: how do you raise ...

Who owns your code? The #1 IP question tech founders ask us

When you are building a tech or AI company, ownership can feel obvious. The product started with the founders’ ...

Legal due diligence: what investors and buyers look for in a tech company

By the time legal due diligence starts, the deal has usually moved from interest to intent. An investor leans in, or ...

What should be in a SaaS agreement?

Closing a SaaS deal often gets harder just when the customer seems ready to sign. The contract goes out for review, procurement and legal ...

Founder agreements: the document startups often skip until it is too late

At the start of a company, a founder agreement can feel like something you will sort ...

The King's speech 2026: what it means for SME businesses

The King's Speech landed today, and if you run a small or growing business, there is more in it for you than you might ...

5 event contract mistakes that cost your business

Event company contracts age badly. Most were written for a much smaller business and have just been patched together ...

Companies House 2026: what SMEs need to know about ID checks and filing

For many owners, Companies House feels like a background obligation. You file what needs to be filed, pay the fee, and ...

A practical guide to the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 for SMEs

Most business owners and key decision-makers I speak to are in the same position: AI tools are already in use ...

Navigating the Employment Rights Act 2025

When founders are asked what truly keeps them awake at night, the answer is rarely “legal ...

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: What SMEs need to do before 6 April 2026

Many regulatory changes apply only to specific sectors. Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD ITSA) is different as it ...

Consumer law in 2026: Trust, transparency and no surprises customer journeys

Consumer protection law is set to feature prominently on the regulatory agenda this year. In the UK, elements of the ...

5 Legal priorities UK SMEs should have on their radar for 2026

If you run a small or growing business, it is easy to assume that regulatory change is something that ...

Why your growing business needs fractional general counsel

The world of work no longer moves in straight lines. Expertise has become fluid, shared, flexible, and on demand. Over ...

The hidden cost of DIY law: When Google isn’t a substitute for a legal partner

AI and your contracts: 10 Essential clauses every UK SME needs

The way artificial intelligence (AI) is being built into everyday business tools changes faster than most contracts can ...

Beyond compliance: How legal thinking can supercharge innovation

Director verification: What it is and how to get it done

Legal by design: Bringing customer-centric thinking to legal service

Why innovators need lawyers who understand the future

I’ve just returned from the SME-XPO in London, where I had the chance to speak with ...

Small-Business Compliance Guide 2025–2026: UK legal changes you should not ignore

Running a small business in the UK has always taken grit and creativity, but recent months have tested owners on ...

Future-proof your smart-home business: Why CEDIA members choose Lawyerlink

Step into any connected-home demo room, and you'll immediately sense the magic, lights syncing with sound, intuitive ...

Understanding franchise agreements: Practical tips and legal insights

At Lawyerlink, we help both franchisors and franchisees navigate the legal side of franchising. Drawing on this ...

Essential considerations for hotel franchisees: Managing legal and operational complexities

Franchising offers entrepreneurs an attractive pathway into business ownership, combining brand recognition, ...

Neonatal Care Leave and Pay: A practical guide for UK employers

Becoming a parent is life-changing, but when your baby needs extended medical care, balancing work and family ...

Data Processing Agreement (DPA) UK: 10 Key questions answered

Having worked closely with tech startups and established companies alike, I’ve seen firsthand how many of them struggle ...

Legal subscriptions: The smarter choice for SMEs in the UK

Legal subscription services are transforming how businesses access legal support, offering a game-changing solution that’s hard to ignore. Imagine ...

From hours to value: How subscription services are transforming legal support

For most business owners, dealing with the legal side of running a company feels like stepping into a maze. You know ...

5 Tips for finding the right legal partner for your business

Finding a great legal partner isn’t always straightforward. Do you hire a solicitor? Sign up for ...

What legal fees could cost your business in 2025 (and how to save)

Running a small business is no easy feat. There are a million things that demand your attention - customers to serve, ...

What SMEs can learn about legal risks from big business: Insights from a former in-house solicitor

Legal risks don’t always come from major disputes or lawsuits. I’ve learned firsthand that some of the biggest legal headaches ...

From solicitor to sales: Why I left private practice to rethink legal value

Legal services don’t work the way businesses need them to. It’s not that the advice isn’t valuable - it’s that the ...

New legal changes for businesses: What to know and prepare for

Running a business is a lot like trying to hit a moving target—there's always something new to keep up with, ...

The new Data Use and Access Bill: What it means for your business

The UK is entering a new era of data protection and privacy laws with the introduction of the

Consumer law changes: What your business needs to know

As a business owner, you already juggle countless priorities, from serving customers to managing operations. Now, with the

Proactive law: Steering your business toward success

Imagine driving your business through a bustling city where roadblocks, traffic jams, and detours constantly appear. Now, picture a GPS guiding ...

What is a CRM compliance strategy?

A CRM compliance strategy starts with understanding what a CRM system is and why it matters to your business. CRM ...

What is a memorandum of understanding?

In business, clarity and trust are the cornerstones of successful partnerships. But what happens when you're not ...

Data protection impact assessments: When and how to conduct a DPIA

In today's data-driven world, businesses handle vast amounts of personal information. This data can be incredibly valuable, but it also carries ...

Protect your passion: How to identify and protect IP in the UK

Your business is more than just a job—it's your passion brought to life, your dream realised. Protecting what ...

Guide for business owners: Preparing for changes to UK employment law

The UK government is bringing in sweeping changes to employment law that will directly impact the way businesses ...

Employment & HR policies: Creating a framework for success

If you're running a business, you know that managing people can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging aspects ...

Proactive debt recovery: Managing late payments

When it comes to dealing with cash flow, managing with late payments can be one of the trickiest challenges for small ...

What data may I not delete under a valid right to erasure request?

In today’s complex regulatory landscape, businesses must strike the right balance between ...

How to handle a data breach in my business

Picture this: You’re enjoying your morning tea, skimming through emails, when suddenly—an alert pops up. Your business has had a data breach. Your ...

How can my business comply with GDPR and data privacy?

These days, doing business has become far trickier. We're not only worrying about our products or services, but also ...

A proactive approach to managing business disputes

Every business experiences its fair share of bumps in the road. Whether it’s a disagreement with a supplier, a ...

The 2024 Labour budget: What it means for your business

On 30th October 2024, Rachel Reeves made history as the first female Chancellor of the Exchequer to

Do I really need a lawyer when there's ChatGPT?

Small business owners often feel caught between the high cost of legal services and the necessity of proper legal support. With

How to negotiate commercial contracts

Contracts are the backbone of your business relationships, providing structure and support so you can move freely - safe in the knowledge that ...