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Selling a retail business involves the orderly transfer of ownership, typically by asset or share sale, including due diligence, drafting of a sale agreement, and handling pre‑sale disclosures. A solicitor helps prepare and negotiate heads of terms, scrutinise warranties and indemnities, and manage post‑signing conditions. They also coordinate the transfer of the lease, stock, customer data, and supplier arrangements, and advise on competition, VAT, stamp duty, and employment protections for staff.
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The process centres on creating clear terms, identifying potential liabilities, and handling complexities such as landlord consent for a lease transfer, TUPE implications for employees, and protections around stock and contracts. A solicitor collects and verifies evidence, drafts the sale agreement and warranties, and oversees the signing and completion to ensure a lawful, orderly handover.
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