Top 10 of 3,549 law firms for Forming a New Business, Employment

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When starting a new business, this work area covers the practical steps from initial planning to legal set‑up, including choosing a business structure, company formation, director duties, and the creation of employment contracts and staff policies. A solicitor drafts and reviews founder agreements, share schemes, non‑disclosure agreements, and key corporate documents, and advises on compliance with employment and discrimination law as the business begins hiring. It also covers how to handle staff transitions if the business grows or changes hands.

What a solicitor handles in these matters

A solicitor will set up the essential governance and compliance framework for a new entity, including drafting founder and shareholder agreements, employment contracts, and staff policies; advising on director duties and corporate formalities; and preparing protective agreements such as NDAs and restrictive covenants to manage risk as the team expands.

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Mai Mbye

Tagged solicitor Mai Mbye

I received contract advice on terms while negotiating an exit from a company. The communication by email and phone was quick and clear, and made the contract accessible and understandable. Cross-checking terms with other contracts was done, and the things I'd personally missed were highlighted for my consideration and impartial advice was offered. It was very easy to work with Mai and it was a great service from start to finish.

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Naomi Ireson

Tagged solicitor Naomi Ireson

Quick communication, measured advice and I felt confident in adhering to Naomis suggestions. Naomi was confident of a successful outcome from the outset and this was reassuring and ultimately she was successful in my case. I would recommend Naomi personally and due to my positive experience I will also be using Slee and Blackwell for other services.

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Kyle Connor

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Kyle Connor was recommended to me by a friend when I required an employment solicitor. Kyle promptly responded to the initial query that was sent to him and organised a subsequent meeting to discuss the details of the case. During the meeting Kyle was exceptionally helpful, I have very little background knowledge of employment law and Kyle patiently explained the anticipated process in layman’s terms. He was professional throughout our interactions and helped to reassure me of the steps that were being taken and fully outlined my available options. Despite the opposing side being rude to Kyle he handled their ignorance flawlessly. The result from the case was very positive with Kyle facilitating that I acquired what I needed from the negotiations. I have gone on to recommend Kyle to people I know personally and if I am ever in need of an employment solicitor again, I shall contact him immediately.

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Kuldeep Clair

Tagged solicitor Kuldeep Clair

Kuldeep was prompt, courteous & professional. He took me through my exit package/settlement agreement explaining everything clearly & patiently, addressing any questions/observations I had. Highly recommended.

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Tagged solicitors Jo Handler and Robab Ali

I contacted Forbes with a work-related issue, and within 48 hours I had a consultation and the matter was fully resolved. Robab explained the legal aspects clearly, taking the time to walk me through each clause and outline the key advantages and disadvantages. She made the whole process straightforward and was able to answer my questions in a way that left me completely reassured.

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Adrian Green

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Efficient and professional but at the same time friendly and reassuring in a time of distress. Could not have asked for more.

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Imogen Thomas

Tagged solicitor Imogen Thomas

Following a redundancy consultation with my employer, Paris Smith LLP assisted me in reaching the result that I was after via a settlement agreement. It was a long and arduous struggle with my employer and I was very impressed with the legal firm's expertise, patience and resilience throughout the whole process.

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Paul Quinn

Tagged solicitor Paul Quinn

Paul has been immensely helpful in my journey while I needed guidance on employment litigation and settlement agreement, he was honest and to the point and provided clear guidance. I would recommend him to anyone looking for employment litigation or settlement advice.

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