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Lodders’ skilled team has a wealth of experience in corporate and commercial matters, from business sales and purchases to shares & investment advice.
We help overseas businesses expand into the UK
Our Business Services group specialises in helping overseas companies establish a strong and compliant presence in the United Kingdom. From launching a UK subsidiary to entering into commercial agreements or navigating regulatory frameworks, our experienced legal team provides the clarity and confidence you need to succeed.
Benefits of a UK subsidiary
Establishing a UK subsidiary is a strategic way to grow your business internationally while managing risk effectively. It allows your company to build a presence in the UK market, access local talent, and operate with greater flexibility, all while maintaining a degree of separation from your parent company.
From a legal standpoint, a subsidiary is a distinct entity. This means that while the parent company retains overall control, liabilities such as employment disputes or contractual issues typically rest with the subsidiary, not the parent. This structure helps limit exposure and protect your core business.
At the same time, a UK subsidiary can develop its own identity, with a culture, brand, and management style tailored to the local market. This independence can be a real asset when navigating the nuances of doing business in the UK.
Ongoing support for your business
We don’t just help to get you started; we stay with you as your business in the UK grows. Acting as your fractional general counsel, we provide ongoing legal and compliance support tailored to your requirements without the overhead of a full time in-house team. This support includes day to day legal guidance, contract review and negotiation, data protection and regulatory compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution.
Even when your UK business reaches the scale where you have established your own inhouse function, we can continue to support your general counsel with specialist expertise, overflow capacity, and strategic insights, whenever needed.
Your gateway into the UK market
Through our extensive network, we can connect you with trusted professionals across the UK: accountants, tax advisors, HR consultants, insurers, and more. We act as your doorway into the UK business ecosystem, helping you build the right team and make informed decisions from day one.
Setting up a subsidiary company in the UK
If you’re considering expanding into the UK, we’d be delighted to explore how we can support you. Whether you need a one-off consultation or a long-term legal partner, our team is here to help.
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