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YOUR LEGAL CHAMPION
Starting or buying a small business?

Setting up in business is an exciting process, but it is important not to overlook the legal requirements that need to be put in place. We are committed to supporting small businesses and our Small Business Service will take care of things for you at real value for money fixed prices.

Avoid the pitfalls with practical advice
Good legal advice at the outset helps you choose the right business structure and professional agreements with which to manage your business, reducing risk and saving you money.

Business start up packages

“Going it alone”
Sole trader - £500 + VAT

• Terms & Conditions of Trade
• Standard Contract of Employment
• Disciplinary Policy
• Grievance Policy

“It takes two”
Partnership - £750 + VAT

• Partnership Agreement
• Terms & Conditions of Trade
• Standard Contract of Employment
• Disciplinary Policy
• Grievance Policy

“Limited liability”
Limited Company/LLP - £950 + VAT

• Shareholders/Members Agreement
• Terms & Conditions of Trade
• Company/LLP Formation
• Standard Contract of Employment
• Disciplinary Policy
• Grievance Policy

Business sale or purchase package
£750 - £1,000 + VAT depending on work involved.

Contact Lucy Hall or Jackie Dodd now on
01752 203500 or email enquiries@gillakaster.com

Small business service additional terms

• Transaction price under £100,000
• No more than 10 employees
• No business pension scheme applicable 
• Fixed fees are based on th routine work necessary to complete your case. In the event that your case proves more complicated or you request advice or work about routine work we reserve the right to review our fee with you.

Fee does not include:

1. Transfer or advice on transfer of intellectual property rights
2. Licensing work (£250.00 surcharge)
3. Start ups only: conveyancing including the grant or assignment of a lease (price supplied on request)
4. Business sale or purchase only: price reflects standard employment advice. A fixed price will be quoted for you if more complex advice is needed.
5. Accounts and tax advice: you should consult and accountant to deal with essential matters such as understanding the accounts, registering for VAT, apportionment of the price of the transaction for tax purposes.
6. Valuation advice: you should appoint a surveyor to assisting with advising on the condition and repair of business premises, the level or rent and rent in future years.